La maison des musiciens

This fine stone house with a shale roof has an undeniable charm. Inside, the chef cooks up modern cuisine with a dose of creativity, out of which he devises several courses according to his whims. The ingredients are exclusively from Normandy – not least fish, vegetables, wild herbs and flowers. The dishes are precise and on point, as are the food and drink pairings (the drinks, too, are local). The restaurant has a breathtaking view of the sea and coastline, as do the delightful guestrooms – it would be a shame not to book an overnight stay!

In this pretty little marina on the Cotentin Peninsula, a seasoned couple have turned a fish wholesale warehouse into a charming bistro, overflowing in maritime character. Shellfish and fish from a village fishmonger, veg from Val de Saire and lamb from Tatihou jostle for position on a “High Tide” menu that changes fortnightly. Each dish embodies the pleasure the chef takes in cooking and his partner's joy in providing attentive service. Knock-out lunchtime menu.