Alchimy

Alchimy is a boutique hotel and contemporary brasserie in the historic centre of Albi, housed in elegantly restored old‑town buildings. Renovation began in 2012 under Laurent Miquel; house opened in 2014, now run by Laurent with nephew Nicolas, niece Laura and partner Adrien, developers of the hotel, restaurant and speakeasy bar. Joël Pinosa leads the wine list and cellar, emphasising terroir, vintage, natural vinification and indigenous yeasts; Alchimy, recognised by Michelin Guide and Gault & Millau, offers set menus, casual plates, tapas, cocktails, refined tastings within a ten‑room hotel with private event and seminar spaces. Dining room is Art Deco beneath a glass roof with a Murano chandelier. Refined contemporary decor, sunny terrace and a bar lounge create a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. The kitchen is bistronomic, contemporary French: creative, seasonal, homemade, blending modern techniques with traditional recipes and highlighting products of the Toulouse–Albi terroir. Specialties include Raviolo of beetroot "Red Vulgaris", Tournedos of farm rabbit saddle with pickled mushrooms, Agata gnocchi with black truffle, foie gras mi‑cuit (seasonal), moelleux au chocolat (signature very gooey chocolate cake) and Le Cabécou du Tarn (affiné, truffled).