You’ll get the perfect amuse-bouche with your aperitif upstairs in the salon while you decide on a set of French, Asian and fusion courses, each a creative duo of hot and cold. Delicate foams and infusions in unexpected combinations use seasonal ingredients, such as new asparagus in spring. It's a good idea to book ahead.
Le Lièvre Gourmand
Top choice in Orléans
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