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Didier Galet – Modern Country Cooking in Sprimont, Belgium | Michelin Recommended

Didier Galet: Modern Country Cooking in Sprimont

Just fifteen minutes from Liège, off the E25 motorway, Didier Galet’s restaurant sits in a green setting that feels like a retreat. The house itself is spacious and warm, with three dining rooms where tables are generously spaced so each guest enjoys a sense of calm and privacy. The décor is restrained and elegant, creating an atmosphere of conviviality and serenity. In fine weather, a large terrace opens up, and the restaurant is fully wheelchair accessible, with private parking out front.

The cooking here is rooted in country cooking and modern cuisine — refined without being fussy, seasonal without being predictable. Michelin has recognised the restaurant with its Recommended status, a nod to the consistency and quality of the experience. The kitchen works with a clear seasonal rhythm: a recent menu for Father’s Day, for example, moved from an unctuous foie gras with summer truffles and artichoke, to a surf-and-turf of confit pork belly, roasted langoustine and peas, then a squab fillet with garlic scape jus and potato paillasson. A playful dessert called “Ceci n’est pas un cigare” rounds things out. A wine pairing option offers four different glasses, one per course, and a cheese plate is available as a supplement.

Beyond the dining room, Didier Galet also offers cooking classes, private chef services, and takeaway options. The restaurant’s ethos is summed up in a quote from Theodore Zeldin: “Gastronomy is the art of using food to create happiness.” Here, that happiness is built on quiet elegance, careful technique, and a deep respect for the product.