Fine Cuisine in Champagne

Enjoy the best of French Cuisine, live unique experiences at Michelin-starred restaurants, or learn gastronomy with a chef !

Local restaurants

“Like any other, wine Champagne fully reveals itself only when it is paired with fine food”

The Champagne region is full of flavors, be it in the glass or on the plate. Everywhere in France, oenology is closely related to gastronomy… this is even more true in Champagne. You will discover some amazing local food specialties during your stay.

Let us take you to the most charming bistros and brasseries of Reims and Epernay ! In these cozy places, you will meet the local gourmets and you will get to taste Champagne’s signature delicacies : the “Jambon de Reims” (local ham), the authentic “pâté-croute champenoise” (traditional meatloaf), the famous “potée” (a mix of pork and cabbage), the grey truffles, the locally-made mustard and vinegar… Generous cheeses like the Brie de Meaux, the Chaource and the Langres will delight your palate before dessert (that is when French people have cheese!). If you have a sweet tooth, you will certainly enjoy the famous pink biscuits (Biscuits Roses de Reims) and the cork-shaped chocolates…

gourmet dining

The Champagne area has a lot to offer when it comes to high-end gastronomy. We are proud to rely on several 1-star restaurants as Racine * or Le Royal *; one 2-star restaurant – Le Parc des Crayères **, where Philippe Mille offers a refined cuisine inspired by the seasons ; and one 3-star restaurant – L’Assiette Champenoise ***, whose Chef Arnaud Lallement is among the best of the country. We will be glad to recommend the right places according to your expectations and to take care of the reservations for your lunches and dinners.

If you are celebrating a special occasion during your stay in Champagne, we will be glad to arrange a special evening for you: be the guests of Jean-Denis Rieubland – Chef at Restaurant Le Royal * – and have a seat in his kitchen, behind the scenes of the restaurant, at a private table surrounded by the brigade in action…

Private Cooking classes

“In France, cooking is a serious art form and a national sport”

A stone throw from Reims Cathedral, Chef Eric will welcome you in his kitchen for a private cooking class, followed by a memorable meal. He will be happy to share his passion with you and to tell you about the art of pairing Champagne & food together. Champagne genuinely is wine, and for this reason, just like any other wine, it totally reveals itself when paired with the right type of food. Given the diversity of Champagnes, any food delicacy can be paired with some bubbles!

Come and explore the amazing associations of flavors in the plate and in the glass!

pairing experiences AT Champagne Houses

“I cannot live without Champagne, in victory I deserve it, in defeat, I need it to console myself” – Napoleon Bonaparte

When at a restaurant, most people usually choose what they are having to eat before checking the wine list. It is time to turn things around! In partnership with local chefs, some Champagne Houses among our partners have started from their cuvees to design the right pairing menu. More than just a celebration drink, these brands consider Champagne as a gastronomic wine, whose quality is highlighted by a nice meal. Enjoy a unique gourmet experience in a unique setting and a get a new appreciation for Champagne!