La Saulire Restaurant, Courchevel

Jacques the owner, is renowned for being a good host who offers everyone a warm welcome - you are invited to call in for a drink at the bar even if you are not dining. Chef Benoît Redondo has created an exquisite menu, including lots of black truffle specialities. The wine list is a kind of bible with all the famous Grands Crus from Bordeaux and prestigious spirits and liqueurs.

Specialities include wild sea bass biscuit, fresh vegetables emulsion, smoked butter and flower of caviar, oysters, truffle risotto, caviar, roasted young pigeon with fresh truffles and Mont-Blanc meringue and chestnut cream. They also have a selection of cheese fondues, including one with fresh truffles.

Open from early December to mid-April. Lunch from 12:00 to 15:00 and dinner from 19:00 to 23:00. Booking is recommended.