Menu 2025 at La Bastide de Moustiers - A Celebration of Provence's Finest Flavors and Seasonal Delights.
Nestled in the heart of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, La Bastide de Moustiers offers a refined dining experience that showcases the best of Provence’s seasonal bounty. This thoughtfully curated menu combines local ingredients with elegant French culinary techniques, promising an unforgettable gastronomic journey in a picturesque setting.
Starters
Begin your meal with vibrant, garden-fresh starters that highlight the region's exquisite produce:
- Seared green asparagus from Provence , complemented by dandelion from the hotel's own garden, delivering a fresh and earthy start.
- Marinated red mullet , paired with saffron potatoes and a delicate rock fish broth, evoking the Mediterranean coast’s essence.
- Early vegetables prepared naturally , enhanced with lovage pesto, capturing the pure flavors of the season.
Main Courses
The mains at La Bastide de Moustiers reflect a mastery of local ingredients and seasonal inspiration, delivering dishes that are both elegant and satisfying.
- Risotto aux girolles, hibiscus and citron confit , a delicate marriage of earthy chanterelle mushrooms with floral hibiscus and the bright tang of preserved lemon.
- Rouget de Méditerranée snacké , featuring pan-seared Mediterranean red mullet served with a fragrant rockfish soup infused with saffron.
- Dos de chevreuil rôti , roasted venison back served alongside celery root and a vibrant pesto made from the vegetable tops.
- Confit John Dory , paired with garden-fresh green peas and spinach, delicately balancing flavors from land and sea.
- Guinea fowl from the fireplace , served with Swiss chard, fava beans, and wild garlic harvested from the grounds, embodying rustic refinement.
- Potatoes orecchiette with morels and kale , a comforting yet sophisticated pasta dish showcasing wild mushrooms and nutrient-packed kale.
Desserts
Conclude your meal with exquisite desserts that blend local ingredients and delicate flavors to perfection.
- Local cheeses, fresh and matured , paired with a mixed salad to offer a refreshing balance.
- Rhubarb and rose composition , served with hibiscus ice cream for a uniquely floral and tart finish.
- Gariguette strawberries with black rice condiment , finished with a wild rocket sorbet that refreshes the palate.
- Chocolate tart from their Paris manufacture , accompanied by yogurt smoked with hay and a cocoa cascara infusion, offering a deep and complex sweet finale.
Drinks and Specials
While the focus is on the seasonal menu, the restaurant's carefully selected wine list and attentive service ensure an exceptional dining experience. Enjoy your meal with fine local wines or refreshing beverages that complement the flavors perfectly.
