Restaurant
Catering
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Villerest, 42300, France - H-D6264
L'Essensiel - Domaine de Champlong
4.3
(37 Reviews)
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The partner's word
L'Essensiel sits within the Domaine de Champlong, combining a hotel and art gallery between Lyon, Burgundy and Auvergne. The site sells packaged experiences and gift menus, for example multi‑movement menus with wine pairings for two. The Domaine and its tables belong to Toques Blanches Lyonnaises and Maîtres Cuisiniers de France; the restaurant appears in curated guides.
A warm, welcoming, intimate château atmosphere unfolds amid 64 hectares of greenery with adjacent golf and spa facilities and a convivial, personalised reception by Véronique.
The restaurant presents modern "cuisine d’auteur" with a seasonal, product‑led philosophy. Menus are multi‑course tasting or prix‑fixe formats that emphasise local producers and estate wines; the team stages offerings from a weekday Market Menu to multi‑course festive and discovery menus with wine pairings.
Olivier Boizet is the chef. He runs hands‑on cooking workshops for guests and appears at local culinary events and dinner‑shows.
Specialties include Noix de Saint-Jacques (broccoli, kumquat); Barbue (Vitelotte potato, smoked leeks); Sanglier (quince, parsnip); Butternut (cèpes, escargots); Cod (chorizo, sot‑l'y‑laisse); Laqued canette (duck, orange, potimarron).
The features
Restaurant
Access
Available catering
Menu du Marché
prix fixe — Weekday offering (interpreted as a three-movement daily market menu).
Saveurs Festives – 5-course menu
tasting menu — Menu in 5 movements.
Saveurs Festives – 5-course with wine pairing
tasting menu with pairing — Glass of wine paired with each dish.
Traditions et Découvertes – 5-course with wine pairing
tasting menu with pairing — Glass of wine paired with each dish.
Forfait boissons (drinks package)
pack — Includes 1 house cocktail, 2 glasses of wine, 1/2 mineral water and 1 coffee.
Dinner-show tickets (example rates)
event ticket — Example dinner-show price shown for several events; some events priced at 50 € as indicated.
Traditions et Découvertes – 5-course menu
tasting menu — Menu in 5 movements.
La Gourmandise – 8 movements with wine pairing (gift box)
tasting menu for two — Offer sold as a gift product for 2 persons (menu with wine pairings).
Traditions et Découvertes – 4-course with wine pairing
tasting menu with pairing — Glass of wine paired with each dish.
Saveurs Festives – 6 movements (gift product for 2)
tasting menu for two — Packaged menu sold for 2 persons, hors boissons.
Saveurs Festives – 6-course menu
tasting menu — Menu in 6 movements.
Traditions et Découvertes – 4-course menu
tasting menu — Menu in 4 movements.
Saveurs Festives – 6-course with wine pairing
tasting menu with pairing — Glass of wine paired with each dish.
Atelier cuisine (cooking workshop)
workshop — Price includes the workshop (you prepare entrée, main and dessert), apron, a bottle of domain wine and a chef-signed toque; the workshop includes apéritif, digestif and a dinner for 2 with drinks included as described.
Catering
Contemporary
French
Fine Dining
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
L'Essensiel - Domaine de Champlong boasts elegant meeting spaces equipped with the latest audiovisual technology, ideal for presentations and collaborative sessions. Our stunning outdoor areas provide a picturesque backdrop for team-building activities or networking receptions. The venue also offers on-site catering with a focus on locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a memorable dining experience for your guests.
Yes, L'Essensiel - Domaine de Champlong is designed with accessibility in mind. The venue features ramps, accessible restrooms, and spacious areas to accommodate guests with mobility challenges. We strive to ensure that all attendees have a seamless experience when attending corporate events at our location.
L'Essensiel - Domaine de Champlong can comfortably accommodate up to 200 guests in our largest event space. This flexible capacity makes it suitable for a wide range of corporate events, from intimate meetings to larger conferences. Our layout options can be tailored to meet your specific needs.
Yes, L'Essensiel - Domaine de Champlong is conveniently located near several essential business amenities, including hotels, restaurants, and transportation services. This ensures that your guests have easy access to accommodations and local services, making their stay more enjoyable and productive during corporate functions.
Booking L'Essensiel - Domaine de Champlong is a straightforward process. Interested planners can reach out through our website or contact our events team directly to discuss their requirements. We provide tailored proposals and work closely with you to ensure all details are covered, making the planning experience smooth and efficient.
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excl. tax/pax