Auberge de la Tour

The epitome of rural France! With its exposed stonework, beams, floorboards and fireplace, so welcome during cold winter evenings, this authentic little 15C castle will delight those of a romantic disposition, as will the mystery menu of chef Jérôme Mamet, who is a stickler when it comes to plating! This inventive and talented chef works only with carefully selected, often organic, ingredients of the highest quality. Delicious terrace.

This delightful, tastefully appointed inn boasts a warm gregarious interior and a handsome terrace surrounded by greenery in summertime. At the helm of this popular, buzzy eatery are chef Enzo Buffarini and his wife Cinzia, both veterans with stints in world-class establishments. Italian cuisine at its best: fresh, flavoursome and meticulous courtesy of premium ingredients. The à la carte repertory features pedigree classics that rub shoulders with a four-course surprise menu. Their vitello tonnato deserves special mention. Beautifully maintained guestrooms also available.

If you're passing through Genolier, be sure to stop off at this charming Auberge! Filipe, the young chef here, serves fresh, tasty cuisine infused with contemporary flair: think fillet of turbot grilled skin on, with pesto and crunchy vegetables. An enjoyable mealtime.

This elegant 17C mansion marries bourgeois comforts and French fine dining with an accent on rich sauces and seasonal produce. Flawless, spot-on service and a subtle hint of nostalgia courtesy of old sewing machines turned into side tables set the scene. Highlights of the flavoursome menu include textbook-perfect steak tartare, prepared at the table by your hostess according to each diner’s personal preferences and served with piping hot fresh fries – a traditional meal, rich in ritual and with all the trimmings!

On the shores of Lake Geneva, a love story and a fish restaurant in one! Manon Moleins-Plassat (in the dining room) and Lucas Dumelie (in the kitchen) have dropped anchor in the tiny port of Séchex, from whence Manon hails. Her brother Ludovic, a sixth-generation fisherman, continues to cast his nets there. Fish from the lake play first fiddle on the menu: whitefish, pike, trout and crayfish are elevated courtesy of rigorous cooking techniques. The mountainous hinterland also chimes in with its vegetables, herbs and aromatic plants, which are particularly well suited to this light, healthy cui

Opposite the townhall of a picture postcard village set amidst vineyards, this small inn, which sports an uncluttered Scandinavian vibe, offers seafood- and veggie-centric cuisine. Philippe Deslarzes signs a crisp, modern score, in a bid to showcase the ingredients’ natural essence: Danish langoustines, Vadouvan bisque and red and white beetroot; Scandinavian cod, endives and cloves. Artistic plating, hearty flavours, stylish tableware and flawless service, without forgetting the sommelier’s insightful tips. The chef’s other establishment, the Njørd Café, aims for a more bistronomic slant.

This authentic and sophisticated dining experience is the brainchild of Frank Xu, the descendant of a Shenzhen cooking dynasty. Some of his signature creations include dim sum of foie gras, fillet of seabass in ginger, Peking-style duck (served in two courses), or shrimps in a balanced blend of breadcrumbs, garlic and chili peppers. The “Diamond” menu for two, which includes duck, is highly recommended. The red, black and gold colour scheme mingles exoticism and elegance, while the floor-to-ceiling windows lead onto a spacious terrace that is bliss in summertime, and which overlooks a swimming