Le Saisonnier

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Le Saisonnier in Lure, France – Bib Gourmand Modern Seasonal Cuisine

Le Saisonnier: Modern Seasonal Cuisine in a Franche-Comté Farmhouse

Between Lure and Belfort, at the edge of the Haute-Saône, chef Christopher Aubry runs Le Saisonnier from a converted old farmhouse. The building’s traditional architecture has been opened up into a space that is both contemporary and welcoming—sober, convivial, and filled with light. Outside, a covered terrace offers an alternative setting for the seasons.

Aubry’s cooking is rooted in the region’s larder. The restaurant’s name and its cuisine are built around the rhythm of the calendar: modern cuisine that follows what is at its peak. This approach, paired with a commitment to quality and value, earned Le Saisonnier a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2023—awarded for “good quality, good value cooking.” The same year, Aubry was named Maître Cuisinier de France, a title that recognizes technical mastery and dedication to French gastronomy. He had previously held the Maître Restaurateur label since 2017, which certifies that all dishes are made from scratch with fresh, quality ingredients.

The dining room is led by Anne-Lise, who oversees the service with a focus on making each meal a genuinely pleasant experience. The restaurant also operates a boutique selling regional products—among them, the chef’s own house-made chocolates and a selection of local wines from Domaine Guillaume in nearby Charcenne and Maison Moine’s rhubarb-based creations from the Vosges.

For those who want to linger, Le Saisonnier offers four guest rooms under the name “Les Chambres d’à Côté,” allowing guests to extend their stay in the same calm, unpretentious atmosphere.