Discover the exquisite flavors at Hotel Restaurant La Cauquière in Le Beausset, France, where traditional French countryside cuisine meets refined culinary artistry.
Start your dining experience with an array of starters that perfectly balance local ingredients and creative twists. Indulge in the presse de foie gras de canard de Vendée cuit au naturel combining rich foie gras with a delicate celery compote and the bright citrus notes of kalamansi jam, served alongside toasted fougasse with olive oil. For a taste of earthy luxury, savor the pommes de terre amandine aux échalotes confites , featuring tender amandine potatoes enhanced by sweet shallots, winter black truffles from the Bramarel estate, and a creamy topinambour cappuccino drizzled with Nyons olive oil. Vegetarians will appreciate the vibrant carottes nantaises de sable cuites au lait de coco et curry , a fragrant blend of sand-grown carrots simmered in coconut milk and curry, accented with smoked Label Rouge salmon and a cumin crisp. Another starter highlight is the pâté en croûte de chevreuil aux cassis offering gamey venison pâté with blackcurrants, pickled vegetables and mushrooms, young salad leaves, and a dried fruit chutney with kalamansi for a burst of flavor.
Mains to Savor at La Cauquière
The main courses celebrate the region’s wild and farm-fresh bounty with dishes crafted to delight the senses. Experience the rôti de dos de sanglier aux champignons des bois , featuring tender roasted wild boar loin with forest mushrooms, caramelized pumpkin, roasted chestnuts, all enhanced by a rich Bandol red wine and black pepper sauce. For a delicate seafood option, the blanquette de lotte aux petits oignons blancs offers monkfish cooked in a creamy white onion sauce with gray chanterelle mushrooms and slow-cooked leeks. The boudin blanc aux escargots de Bourgogne pairs silky white sausage with Burgundy snails, served alongside cabbage confit in duck foie gras fat and a creamy poultry broth. For a hearty and comforting dish, try the lapin entier désossé farci au lard paysan et pruneaux , a boneless whole rabbit stuffed with country bacon and prunes, served with buttery mashed potatoes and a truffle-infused jus.
Delightful desserts and refreshing drinks
Conclude your meal with decadent desserts that blend classic French techniques with tantalizing flavors. The fromages affinés showcases a selection of matured goat, cow, and sheep cheeses paired with house-made jam, perfect for cheese aficionados. The theatrical baba au rhum flambé servi devant vous is set aflame tableside, combining rum-soaked cake with tiramisu cream and vanilla bourbon ice cream for a memorable finale. For chocolate lovers, the crémbux chocolat noir et dattes confites combines dark chocolate with candied dates, Agen prune compote in Bandol red wine and cinnamon, alongside fresh milk chocolate ice cream. The pomme en trompe l'œil presents an artistic creation of puff pastry, apple compote, pastry cream, and Tatin-style ice cream.
Beverage offerings to complement your meal
The restaurant also boasts a thoughtfully curated wine list featuring regional wines including Bandol, perfect to enhance the rich flavors of your dishes. Guests can enjoy refreshing beers and expertly crafted cocktails, alongside classic coffee offerings to round out their dining experience. Whether you are enjoying breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Hotel Restaurant La Cauquière provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere with outdoor seating and excellent service, making it an ideal destination for families, groups, and food enthusiasts seeking authentic Provençal cuisine.