14 November 2023
Weekend in Brittany: Two Gourmet Hotel-Restaurants to Discover
Would you like to organise a gourmet weekend in Brittany? Discover two hidden gems in the region with Teritoria.
Brittany is a destination full of surprises. Among the jewels of its hotel offer, we have selected for you two nuggets that combine an exceptional setting with top-of-the-range services… including generous, quality meals and breakfasts!
Would you like to organize a gourmet weekend in Brittany? Follow the guide.
Wake up your taste buds in an upscale seaside setting at La Villa Tri Men
The Odet, Brittany’s 62.7 km-long coastal river, is a treasure trove of wonders. Sailing along its banks or following its course by road can be the object of many discoveries. The Villa Tri Men, close to the Cornouaille Botanical Park, with its 4-hectare park through which the river flows, is one of those moments you want to immortalize.
When you choose to stay in this prestigious building, typical oflate 19th-century seaside architecture, you know you’re making history. It’s this exceptional heritage that Anne Le Morvan, hostess of these magical places, invites you to share. With top-of-the-range accommodation options including rooms with magnificent views, the sea nearby and the freshness and beauty of the park’s trees, you’re sure to experience a whole new range of emotions.
On the gastronomic front, Frédéric Claquin, starred chef at the Trois Rochers restaurant, will delight gourmets with his sincere cuisine based on seafood.
In the morning, you can enjoy a generous continental breakfast (with fresh, local produce) from the terrace overlooking the sea, a true delight (for the eyes and the taste buds!).
In the morning, you can enjoy a generous continental breakfast (with fresh, local produce) on the terrace overlooking the sea, a real treat for the eyes and taste buds!
L’Hôtel du Tumulus, a timeless moment immersed in Breton charm
The Carnac site is a must-see in Quiberon Bay. With over 2,900 menhirs, this site bears witness to our history. The seaside resort of the same name opens its doors and its coastline to travelers in search of authenticity.
The Hôtel du Tumulus is located on the highest point of Carnac, and welcomes you to a unique setting with a breathtaking view of Quiberon and its islands. For your comfort, there are 29 charming rooms and suites, a wellness area with massages and spa… and an outdoor swimming pool for your enjoyment.
As for catering, at Le Tumulus, Alain Ducasse’s Table remarquable, chef Jérôme Berthelot puts all his talent at the service of our gourmets. It offers fresh, inventive cuisine, strongly influenced by fresh, local and seasonal produce. The on-site breakfast is also particularly generous, with fresh produce and a range of cakes and pastries.
Talents to Watch: Nominoë, a Tribute to Breton Herbalism
Insert by Delphine Cadilhac for lifestyle magazine Teritoria, le Mag
Shower gels made with vegetables and fruit: this seemingly simple idea from a historic soap brand caught Arnaud Fourel’s attention twenty years ago, while he was working at a major fashion house. It strengthened his growing desire to launch a brand that would spotlight the forgotten virtues of plants from his native Brittany, using ingredients sourced locally rather than from across the globe. Together with his friend Jeremias Martins, administrative and financial director of a large company, they turned to a highly respected formulator, who was won over by their ambition to reinterpret Breton herbalism through a line of organic skincare products.
In 2008, Nominoë, named after one of the first kings of Brittany, launched its first Ecocert-certified moisturisers and cleansers, developed in Breton laboratories. Antioxidant sea rocket, soothing gorse, firming blue dune thistle, nourishing buckwheat, and purifying brown algae are blended into ultra-fine, non-sticky textures, delicately scented with gorse flower. These sensory extracts are carefully formulated and combined in a highly balanced composition of raw materials, a real challenge in organic cosmetics, a sector that, in its early days, often suffered from unstable formulas and overpowering fragrances.
The packaging also pays tribute to Fourel’s roots: black and white, like the Breton flag; a triskelion, a Celtic symbol here reimagined with plants to evoke the three ages of life; and a yellow border recalling the colour of gorse, traditional raincoats, and Breton boots. Since then, the brand, still independent and owner of all its formulas, has expanded its face and body range, including a new take on one of its signature products. The Hydrating Fluid Cream is rich in sea fennel floral water, once used by sailors in ancient times to ward off scurvy.
Le soin emblématique
Launched with the brand’s debut, the cleansing foam remains a standout product, praised for its non-drying finish and ability to clear minor imperfections. Lightweight and gentle, some men even use it as a shaving foam.
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