Here are our pick of top foodie resorts and their best restaurants:
1. Val d’Isère
Val d’Isère is known for its excellent quality in skiing, nightlife and cuisine. It has many top restaurants to choose from, Le Signal and La Fruitière stand out with their beautiful settings at the top of Le Fornet cable car and are particularly revered for serving traditional French food. In addition La Fruitière specialises in rare cheeses and wine and guests are invited to sample the local delights in a cheerful ambiance.
2. Megève
Megève is the place to go if you are led by your stomach in choosing your destination. With over 34 mountain restaurants to try offering rustic hearty food, this is really a gastronomical heaven. If you really want to go all out, treat yourself to fancy Idéal which sits at the top of the Princesse gondola with incredible views of Mont Blanc. At the other end of the price scale you can enjoy a great value meal at Chez Ernestine, above the Croix de Christ bowl.
3. Val Thorens
Val Thorens is at the top of its game in two areas; skiing and ‘snow bistronomy’; cosy and hearty bistro deliciousness. There is no shortage of incredible cuisine served by top hotels and restaurants. If you are after a Michelin-starred dining experience – you can easily find it here, choices include Jean Suplice and L’Epicurien, excellent restaurants specialising in modern takes of traditional, regional dishes.
