The story
In Châteauroux, in the Indre region, chef Jean-Marie Laplace runs L'Écrin des Saveurs with a clear philosophy: noble, fresh, and local products, executed with finesse. The restaurant’s name – “the jewel box of flavours” – is a fitting promise, one that has earned it a place among Michelin Recommended addresses.
The dining room is bright and spacious, with well-spaced tables and an open kitchen that invites you to watch the chef at work. The atmosphere is both familial and modern, a setting that feels conducive to relaxation and quiet conversation.
Chef Laplace’s style is a synthesis of haute gastronomie and modern cuisine. His menus change with the seasons, drawing on produce from the region and beyond. Standout dishes from the current offerings include foie gras de canard with chorizo, strawberry condiment, and piquillos; a trilogy of Poitou lamb with vegetable semolina and an oriental-spiced sauce; and a delicate nougat glacé with carrot, citrus, and amaretto caramel. The “Inspiration du Chef” menu, a blind seven-course tasting, is the most direct expression of his creativity.
L'Écrin des Saveurs is a confident, unpretentious restaurant where the cooking speaks for itself. It is a place to experience the depth of modern French cuisine in the heart of the Berry region.
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