Gloucestershire &amp; Worcestershire


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<p>Bonjour Olympic fever! Taking over our screens and senses from 27 July to 11 August, the 33rd Olympiad in the oh-so stylish environs of Paris is finally here. But if you haven&#8217;t got a ticket fear not, we&#8217;ve got a far superior idea. Try one of the counties amazing Gallic gastro hotspots for a taste of Paris without setting foot on the Eurostar.</p>



<p>Here is our curated pick of the very best spots whether you&#8217;re after exotic escargot, a comforting bouillabaisse or just a chilled bottle of top notch Cab Sav in the sunshine.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-brasserie-blanc-montpellier-cheltenham"><a href="https://brasserieblanc.com/restaurants/cheltenham/">Brasserie Blanc</a>, Montpellier, Cheltenham</h2>



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<p>Brasserie Blanc is celebrity chef Raymond Blanc’s applauded gastro chain, and Cheltenham’s trés jolies restaurant sits right in the heart of stylish Montpellier. You’d be right for expecting quite a lot from the man who brought us the swanky Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons in Oxfordshire, and the brasserie doesn’t disappoint, offering modern French classics made with fresh and seasonal ingredients. </p>



<p>Dine in the elegant Regency dining room (once a ballroom) or on the newly revamped alfresco terrace. Check out the 2024 Summer menu which gives strong South of France vibes! From cherry tomato and courgette tarte and classic bouillabaisse, to top notch French wines. Santé! Psst &#8211; Also check out Jazz &amp; Fizz Fridays until Fri 30 Aug with £10 off bottles of Prosecco and live jazz from 7-11pm.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-l-amuse-bouche-the-cotford-hotel-malvern"><a href="https://cotfordhotel.co.uk/lamuse-bouche-restaurant/">L&#8217;Amuse Bouche</a>, The Cotford Hotel, Malvern</h2>



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<p>L’amuse-Bouche is a taste of French-style cuisine in a quaint English setting. It’s won many awards over the years and has been recognised for its culinary excellence with a coveted two AA rosette award since 2010. Featuring elegant high ceilings and views across beautiful gardens, Chef Chris Morgan has worked in some of the world&#8217;s top hotels and uses only organic and locally sourced ingredients and meat from the nearby organic Madresfield Estate.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-le-petit-coco-cheltenham"><a href="https://petitcoco.co.uk">Le Petit Coco</a>, Cheltenham</h2>



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<p>If it&#8217;s a cosy little French bistro vibe you&#8217;re after pay a visit to Petit Coco. Tucked away on Bath Street we&#8217;re talking deep burgundy walls and wax-smothered candle holders, expect deeply authentic rustic French goodness in every dish at this popular bijou eatery.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-muse-brasserie-cheltenham"><a href="http://www.musebrasserie.com">MUSE Brasserie,</a> Cheltenham</h2>



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<p>Headed up by a native of Paris, Franck Grillet found his cookery calling at an early age and has worked in many of the finest establishments in Paris and Bordeaux. These days he takes Bistronomy to the next level at MUSE. Come to this highly regarded Cheltenham stalwart for great attention to detail from the dishes to the decor. Expect a French fusion dining experience where traditional French ingredients combine with Asian upgrades.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bistrot-pierre-kidderminster"><a href="http://www.bistropierre.co.uk">Bistrot Pierre, Kidderminster</a></h2>



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<p>Overlooking the River Stour, the stylishly Gallic Bistrot Pierre offers a relaxing place in which to enjoy affordable French-style dishes, freshly prepared by chefs every day. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, there are also lots of gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-le-champignon-sauvage-cheltenham"><a href="http://www.lechamignonsauvage.co.uk">Le Champignon Sauvage,</a> Cheltenham</h2>



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<p>The Michelin-starred Champignon Sauvage is a highly acclaimed restaurant in Cheltenham to put on your gastro bucket list. Run by husband and wife team David and Helen, it has won many accolades over the years and elevates modern French cuisine to the next level. Expect mouth-watering numbers like Highfield Farm Poussin, Miso Glazed Monkfish and Bitter Chocolate and Pistachio Delice. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-places-with-a-fabulously-french-accent">Places with a fabulously French accent&#8230;</h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-no-5-north-street-winchcombe"><a href="http://www.5northstreetrestaurant.co.uk/">No.5 North Street</a>, Winchcombe</h2>



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<p>Want your lunch whipped up by a Michelin-acclaimed chef? Owner Gus at<a href="http://www.5northstreetrestaurant.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> 5 North Street</a> trained under gastro-legend Michel Roux Senior and serves up tantalising anglo-french dishes. This intimate 26-cover restaurant serves up beautifully presented food with flavours that will blow you away.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-cottage-in-the-wood-malvern"><a href="https://glosworcs.muddystilettos.co.uk/little-black-book/directory/sudeley-castle-gardens-cheltenham/">The Cottage in the Wood,</a> Malvern</h2>



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<p>1919 Restaurant at The Cottage in the Wood recently walked off with The Taste of Worcestershire Awards 2024 for the second year running and it&#8217;s French inspired Tasting Menu is why. Talented Head Chef Rob Mason uses the local larder of Worcestershire to create a sensational, seasonal parade of dishes in its 7-course menu at this AA Rosette restaurant with stunning views of the Malvern Hills.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-feeling-the-french-fever-now-try-this-too">Feeling the French fever now? Try this too&#8230;</h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-edible-art-patisserie-academy-cheltenham-amp-bristol">Edible Art Patisserie Academy, Cheltenham &amp; Bristol</h2>



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<p>Learn the art of French patisserie from the expert Pastry Chef Damien Wager at the Edible Art Academy. There are just a handful of spaces remaining on the Edible Art Academy Diploma which begins in October. Covering everything from how to make the perfect choux bun to the fanciest treats, worthy of any French patisserie. Costs £325 for the course.</p>


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