Le 49 Côté Parc & SPA

In the heart of a wine-growing Jura village, opposite the town hall, the modern architecture of this restaurant is depicted by wood, glass, steel and zinc. It is run by a youthful team of associates, most of whom have been mates since high school, including chef Vivien Sonzogni and his wife, Noémie. He draws on his experience (Le Château at Germigney, Le Parc at Besançon, Caprice in Hong Kong and Scotland’s Gleneagles) to craft a contemporary score that invariably showcases local produce (snails roasted in garlic butter with foamy curd cheese; Bresse poultry, vin jaune and tarragon sauce, etc.

Dating back to the late 18C, this former coaching inn has been turned into a charming hotel (ten guestrooms, a swimming pool and spa) and a restaurant with three small dining areas and an intimate atmosphere. The chef-patron prepares modern cuisine using seasonal produce, much of which is sourced locally, some from the permaculture kitchen garden.

In winter, an open fire burns brightly in this welcoming and contemporary inn. The food sings an ode to the Mediterranean with bouillabaisse (the chef lived in Marseille for some 26 years), and also the local countryside with Bresse hen in vin jaune and morels, a whimsical nod to his Jura roots. Fine wine list with a fondness for organic and biodynamic produce. Spacious rooms for overnight stays.