Food and Wine
Good food and wine is a way of life in France and nowhere more so than in Gascony.
The Gascony region (Gascogne) has a wide variety of regional cheeses, superb wines from Bordeaux to Cahors, foie gras, truffles, confits, fruit, fish and meat producers. Our cruising area is a real paradise for those who enjoy a rich culinary tradition. Should you wish to, our chef will do his best to meet your preferences or dietary requirements, and should it be the case, we will be delighted to celebrate your birthday or anniversary with a glass of champagne and appropriate dessert!
Breakfast
Buffet continental breakfast with fresh breads, fruit, cereals etc.Lunch
Luncheons are buffets of colorful salads, pates and cold meats that may be accompanied by hot soup or entrée, delectable desserts and a different selection of regional cheeses and wines daily.Dinner
Always a gastronomic adventure by our talented chef. A taste of regional cuisine by candlelight, harmonizing food and good wines from the best vineyards; followed by a selection of regional cheeses. Coffee and liqueurs served in the salon.Cooking
Meals are prepared with first-class fresh products, and will vary according to itinerary, local markets and seasons. They will be served as you wish, in the dining area, on the sun bridge. Gourmet dinners will be served according to French tradition.Wines
Wine and food are a natural combination. So we have carefully selected a wide variety of prominent white, rose and red wines from Bordeaux vineyards. Amateurs will appreciate meeting and sharing the knowledge of local wine makers.Wine Cellar
- Buzet (Baron d'Ardeuil, Côtes de Buzet)
- Sauternes Bordeaux Superieur, Barsac, Haut Medoc
- Cotes du Frontonnais (Château Bellevue La Forêt)
Cheeses
Cow's, goat's, sheep's, France offers a wide variety of cheese's: you can taste a different one every day. We will not ask you to choose between cheese or dessert, we'll simply say: try them both.Cheese Board
Le Bleu de Quercy, Templais Sec, Tomme de Lomagne, Cabécou, Roquefort, Laguiole.Regional Specialties
- Entrecôte de Bazas à la Bordelaise
- Magret de Canard aux Pommes et aux Oignons Confit
- Tourtière de Pommes
- Confit de Canard et Son Jus au Thym
- Foie Gras Poélé Déglacé au Vin de Figues
- Filet de Truite au Beurre Blanc
- Gâteau Basque
- Pruneaux à l'Armagnac