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Manoir de Lébioles – A New Gastronomic Chapter in Spa, Belgium | Michelin Recommended

A New Era at the Manoir de Lébioles

In the forested heights above Spa, the Manoir de Lébioles has entered a new chapter. Its prestigious gourmet restaurant now welcomes chef Michaël Albert, whose career—shaped by mentors such as two-Michelin-star chef Attilio Basso and Belgian haute cuisine figure Yves Mattagne—promises a cuisine that is both sincere and precise.

Albert’s path is rooted in a deep respect for the land and sea. The son of an industrialist with a passion for global ingredients, he brings a palate for spices and a rigorous approach to sourcing. This connection to local produce is active and direct: he meets producers, tastes in the field, and lets their enthusiasm guide him. One of his creations, a fir bud pickle, speaks to his ability to link nature directly to the plate.

His experience is broad and exacting. He has worked in Michelin-starred kitchens in Brussels and London, orchestrated the prestigious Belgium King’s Day for 750 guests in Doha, and developed a scientific approach to gastronomy at L’Héliport in Liège. At Manoir de Lébioles, he draws from this heritage to offer a sincere, inspired interpretation of Belgian and French cuisine.

The setting matches the ambition. A five-star estate surrounded by Ardennes forest, the Manoir offers an atmosphere of discreet luxury. The restaurant is a key part of the experience, and its quality has earned a Michelin Recommended distinction—a recognition that aligns with the property’s commitment to excellence.

The dining room is part of a larger whole: a hotel with 16 unique rooms and suites, a dedicated spa, and a service philosophy where true luxury lies in the details. For guests, a meal here is woven into a stay that might include a massage, a walk in the Fagnes, or simply the quiet of the woods.

Chef Albert’s cuisine is at the crossroads of classical savoir-faire and modern inspiration. It is a cuisine built on precision, but driven by a genuine sensitivity to the product. At Manoir de Lébioles, that promise is now being realised.