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Rhône-Alpes cuisine

Gratin Dauphinois

A creamy potato gratin made with thinly sliced potatoes baked with cream, garlic, and nutmeg. It’s a comforting dish from the Dauphiné area. 1)

Ravioles du Dauphiné

Small, delicate pasta parcels filled with cheese and herbs, served with a light cream sauce or browned butter. 2)

Fondue Savoyarde

A communal dish of melted cheeses like Beaufort, Emmental, and Comté, flavored with white wine and garlic, served with cubes of bread for dipping. 3)

Tartiflette

A hearty casserole of potatoes, lardons (bacon), onions, and Reblochon cheese, baked until golden and bubbly—a must-try Alpine classic. 4)

Diots au Vin Blanc

Savoyard pork sausages cooked in white wine with onions and herbs often served with polenta or potatoes. 5)

Quenelles de Lyon

Light and fluffy dumplings made from a mixture of flour, butter, eggs, and pike (or chicken), served with a creamy béchamel or tomato sauce. 6)

Gratin de Crozets

A baked dish made with crozets (small square pasta typical of the region), cream, and cheese, often paired with smoked bacon or ham. 7)

Omble Chevalier

Arctic char, a freshwater fish from Alpine lakes, is often pan-seared or poached and served with beurre blanc or herb butter. 8)

Matefaim

A thick savory pancake made with flour, eggs, and milk, often filled with cheese, spinach, or bacon for a filling meal. 9)

Poulet de Bresse à la Crème

A rich dish made with the prized Bresse chicken, cooked with cream, white wine, and mushrooms for a luxurious main course. 10)

Gâteau de Savoie

A light sponge cake flavored with lemon zest or vanilla, traditionally served plain or dusted with powdered sugar. 11)

Pogne de Romans

A sweet, brioche-like bread flavored with orange blossom water, originating from Romans-sur-Isère. 12)

Salade Lyonnaise

A fresh salad made with frisée lettuce, poached eggs, crispy lardons, and croutons, dressed with a tangy vinaigrette. 13)

Bugnes Lyonnaises

Delicate, crispy fried pastries, dusted with powdered sugar, are often enjoyed during Mardi Gras festivities. 14)

Reblochon Tarte A savory tart made with Reblochon cheese, onions, and cream, baked in a flaky pastry crust—a cheesy delight from Savoie. 15)