In 2020, the Michelin Guide, an essential reference in the world of gastronomy, innovated by introducing the Green Star, a distinction dedicated to chefs and establishments committed to a sustainability approach.
This initiative is part of a global awareness of the importance of ecology and sustainable development, themes that have become predominant in all sectors, including the catering sector.
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Today, out of more than 15,000 restaurants listed in the 39 international editions of the guides, only a little more than 350 restaurants are awarded a Michelin Green Star.
In 2024, nine new restaurants were rewarded: the opportunity to put France and its terroir at the center of the plate.
The Gardeners (Ligré, Indre-et-Loire)
Les Jardiniers (Ligré, Indre-et-Loire), green star of sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
In Indre-et-Loire, not far from Chinon, Ligré is a haven of history and greenery.
The Château de Marcay, a jewel of the Renaissance, sits in the middle of illustrious vineyards, promising a lovely oenological getaway.
The Saint-Martin church, with its medieval appearance, summons the soul of past centuries.
The surrounding landscapes, sculpted by nature and history, offer bucolic hikes, inviting serene contemplation.
This is how, not far from the town of Rabelais, chef Martin Bolaers took the helm of the restaurant Les Jardiniers last fall.
The one who describes himself as a “
local storyteller
” has the primary ambition of “
telling stories
”, particularly through the 5,000 m2 of vegetable garden and twelve hectares of truffles.
All less than three hours from Paris.
Les Jardiniers - Vegetable garden restaurant, 1 La Gare, 37500 Ligré.
The Court of Rémi (Bermicourt, Pas-de-Calais)
La Cour de Rémi (Bermicourt, Pas-de-Calais), green star for sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
In the heart of Pas-de-Calais, Bermicourt stands out for its discreet elegance, embodied by its castle, a former 19th century hunting lodge.
The latter, with its refined architecture, is a vibrant testimony to local history.
It was the headquarters of the British Tank Corp during the First World War, then occupied by the Germans during the Second.
Bermicourt is also the ideal starting point for exploring the green hills and trails of the region, offering a great escape for lovers of green tourism and hiking through the bocage du Nord.
Enough to whet your appetite before discovering the committed cuisine of chef Sébastien de La Borde.
A locavore restaurant, seasonal of course and 100% homemade.
La Cour de Rémi, 1 rue Baillet, 62130 Bermicourt.
Bellefeuille - Saint James (Paris 16th)
Bellefeuille - Saint James (Paris, Paris 16th), green star for sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
In addition to the prestigious museums and emblematic avenues, the 16th arrondissement of Paris is a haven of peace thanks to the Bois de Boulogne, the green lung of the capital.
This vast green space invites you to relax, take walks along the water and discover hidden gardens, thus offering a natural break in the heart of urbanity.
This Relais & Châteaux is also a bubble of calm and serenity with 5000 m2 of gardens magnified by the talented landscaper Xavier de Chirac.
In the kitchen of this bucolic refuge, recently named to replace Julien Dumas, the young chef Grégory Garimbay proves, with his gourmet sauces and worked acidities, that he perfectly masters the grammar of the best gastronomy.
The menu, exclusively seasonal, gives pride of place to seafood and land products, thanks to well-sourced producers and a vegetable garden in Seine-et-Marne which ensures the supply of organic fruits and vegetables.
Bellefeuille, 5, place du Chancelier-Adenauer (Paris 16th).
Domaine du Châtelard (Dirac, Charente)
Domaine du Châtelard (Dirac, Charente), green star for sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
10 minutes from Angoulême, Dirac, a little gem of the Charente, seduces with its calm and natural beauty.
The landscapes of this region, with their gentle hills and vast expanses of greenery, are a call to discover a rural and authentic France.
Dirac offers a true green tourism experience, where walks in the forest and bike trails in the heart of the vineyards are essential.
A few minutes away, the Domaine de Chatelard benefits from a natural setting that is exceptional to say the least, with a 10-hectare lake and a thermophilic forest populated with holm oaks, now recognized as a Natural Area of Ecological Fauna Interest. and Floristics.
In the kitchen, the chef from Denmark, Ivan Gotfredsen, sublimates local products, has his own saffron plantation and picks wild plants from the undergrowth which harmoniously complement the dish.
A journey in itself.
Domaine du Chatelard, 1079 route du Chatelard, 16410 Dirac.
The Art of Living (Narbonne, Aude)
L’Art de Vivre (Narbonne, Aude), green star of sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
Narbonne, the ancient Roman capital, is a crossroads of history and nature in Aude.
The town is crossed by the Robine canal, a UNESCO world heritage site, which offers magnificent opportunities for walks along the banks or gentle cruises.
Lovers of green tourism will also appreciate the proximity of the Saint Lucia regional nature reserve and the wild beaches of the Mediterranean.
On the road which leads from Narbonne (15 minutes by car) to Narbonne-Plage (5 minutes), we make a gourmet stop at Château l'Hospitalet.
The hotel, a former hospice run by monks in the middle of vineyards, has one asset: The Art of Living.
This excellent restaurant is run by Laurent Chabert, a rather very gifted chef who is second to none when it comes to cooking Grussian eel from the Ayrolle pond, or stuffing morels.
We dine there, and we sleep there.
Restaurant l'Art de Vivre, Château L'Hospitalet Wine Resort Beach & Spa, route de Narbonne Plage, Dom.
de l’Hospitalet, 11100 Narbonne.
La Galinette (Perpignan, Pyrénées-Orientales)
La Galinette (Perpignan, Pyrénées-Orientales), green star for sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
Perpignan, city of art and history, is an open door to Catalan culture, with its historical monuments and its living traditions.
It is surrounded by varied landscapes, from the beaches of the Vermeille coast to the orchards and vineyards of Roussillon, offering a multitude of outdoor activities.
The region invites you to discover the natural and cultural heritage, by bike or on foot, under the generous southern sun.
But not only.
It’s also an opportunity to meet a plant enthusiast.
Already awarded a star in the Michelin Guide, chef Christophe Comes is authentically invested in his vegetable gardens and his collections of citrus fruits and olive trees.
On the plate, the vegetal note is essential from start to finish: the bitterness of the romaine salad is twisted with a dash of lightly peppered nasturtium oil, and accompanied by Irouléguy trout, while the holy -pierre, its reduced bouillabaisse, candied fennel and rouille, is enhanced by eminently present vegetable flavors.
Gourmet holidays...
La Galinette, 23 rue Jean-Payra, Perpignan.
In the Wild (Quint-Fonsegrives, Haute-Garonne)
En Pleine Nature (Quint-Fonsegrives, Haute-Garonne), green star for sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
Quint-Fonsegrives, a town very close to Toulouse in Haute-Garonne, harmoniously combines modernity and traditions.
It is a privileged destination for those who wish to immerse themselves in the tranquility of green spaces and the gentle way of life of the South-West.
The surrounding area, dotted with hiking trails and natural sites, is a call to escape and rediscover a preserved nature.
In an old Toulouse house from the 18th century, in the center of the village, the starred chef Sylvain Joffre keeps his promise: his fresh, subtle and fragrant cuisine is born as if “
in the middle of nature
”.
This authentic cook-gardener-gatherer makes the best of the vegetables and herbs from his vegetable garden, as well as scrupulously chosen regional products.
Very committed to respecting nature, the chef offers a side shop with pastries, brioches and breads made with organic flour.
A stop is necessary.
Restaurant En Pleine Nature, 6 seats.
of the Town Hall, 31130 Quint-Fonsegrives.
The Saint Hilaire (Saint-Hilaire-de-Brethmas, Gard)
Le Saint Hilaire (Saint-Hilaire-de-Brethmas, Gard), green star for sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
Fifteen minutes south of the center of Alès, Saint-Hilaire-de-Brethmas, a charming village in Gard, is a perfect example of the rich natural and historical heritage of the region.
Between fragrant scrubland, olive groves and Roman remains, the village offers an idyllic setting for escapades in the great outdoors, combining cultural discoveries and relaxation in the heart of lush Mediterranean nature.
It is in the heart of this region of Occitanie that chef Sébastien Rath, deeply attached to his culinary heritage, lets himself be guided by the products, choosing from local producers and artisans.
A search for traceability, a commitment to transparency and an ability to adapt to daily arrivals and the seasons, guide this chef, saluting sustainable and local gourmet cuisine.
Le Saint Hilaire by Sébastien Rath, 5 rue André Schenk, 30560 Saint-Hilaire-de-Brethmas.
The Bastide of Moustiers (Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
La Bastide de Moustiers (Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence), green star for sustainability in the 2024 Michelin Guide. Press photo
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, clinging to its star in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, is a gateway to the splendors of the Verdon.
This village is an architectural gem, nestled in a spectacular natural setting.
The nearby Verdon Gorges, with their turquoise waters and dizzying cliffs, are a paradise for lovers of water sports, hiking and green tourism, looking for strong emotions and breathtaking panoramas.
It is also here that a handful of artisans continue the history of one of the largest centers of earthenware production of the Grand Siècle.
There were all the ingredients here to make ceramics: abundant water and wood, clay soil.
Today, we also come there to discover the cuisine of the Bastide de Moustiers, a real inn and friendly Provençal holiday home.
It is undoubtedly not the most luxurious house in the Alain Ducasse galaxy but it is undoubtedly one of those that is most close to the heart of the multi-starred chef.
In the kitchen, Adrien De Crignis, barely 30 years old, is in charge of this table where vegetal notes reign supreme thanks to a garden of more than two hectares where all kinds of vegetables, flowers and aromatic plants flourish.
Bucolic as you wish.
La Bastide de Moustiers - Hotel & Restaurant, 511 chem.
de Quinson, 04360 Moustiers-Sainte-Marie.