19 May 2025
A Postcard with Nolwenn Corre
Michelin-starred chef of L'Hostellerie de la Pointe Saint-Mathieu, Nolwenn Corre took over the family business with her brother, a 34-room hotel located at the western tip of the Finistère coast.
By Laurence Gounel
Michelin-starred chef Nolwenn Corre sets aside two weeks each year to discover distant corners of the world…
What kind of traveller are you?
I love immersive travel, which is why I choose to go with just a backpack. I want to feel as free as possible, so I never plan ahead. I book my flight and let myself go with the flow, guided by instinct and the people I meet along the way.
How do you choose your destination?
Depending on the temperature, since I travel in January. Then I look for culture shock, and if there’s a rich culinary heritage, even better.
Which trips have left the biggest impression on you?
Indonesia really impressed me. I was blown away by the archaeological site of Borobudur in central Java. I found Costa Rica fabulous for its nature and hiking. And I have fond memories of the cuisine in Thailand and Brazil.
Your last trip?
Cuba, a few weeks ago. I was struck by the kindness of the people, they have nothing, while we complain about everything. And yet they smile. Trinidad in particular vibrates with joie de vivre and charm… between vintage cars and salsa. It remained authentic, just as we imagine it.
A moment of grace?
It was in a small hotel in Bali, I can’t remember the name. Tiny bungalows clinging to the cliff, and at breakfast, a whale suddenly leapt out of the water right in front of us.
A breathtaking landscape?
Istanbul, traditional yet bustling.
A memorable encounter?
In Trinidad, actually. A local who was hosting us, to whom I’d mentioned my disappointment with the food, went out to catch some lobsters, and we cooked them together.
Any travel tips to share?
Be open-minded and try everything you can.
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Hostellerie de la Pointe Saint-Mathieu
7, place Saint-Tanguy 29217 Plougonvelin
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