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Les Collines in Evolène serves contemporary Swiss mountain cuisine from a family-run kitchen that values simplicity and seasonal produce. Maud and François-Xavier Lemploy took over the building in 2018, continuing a tradition started by the previous owner’s literary coffee shop. Maud reads the daily specials directly from the blackboard at lunch and dinner, framing a menu that shifts with the weather. Their daughter Lou-Anne now assists with service alongside a small team focused on making guests feel immediately comfortable.
The kitchen builds its reputation around bold flavor pairings that respect traditional Alpine cooking while taking calculated risks. During the autumn hunt, the ibex atriaux arrive with a rich foie gras jus and potato dauphine, earning strong praise for balancing game meat with unexpected richness. Slow-braised lamb shoulder cooked for twenty-four hours remains a steady favorite alongside pan-seared scallops and a perfectly set egg layered with shredded beef. Dessert stays rooted in family memory, featuring a waffle made from François-Xavier’s grandmother’s recipe and finished with salted caramel.
Guests settle into a relaxed chalet interior that feels more like a private retreat than a commercial venue. The space overlooks a wide panoramic terrace where visitors can watch the light change across the villages of La Sage and Villa. This quiet spot sits near the historic library, offering a natural extension for afternoon walks through the valley. The Gault&Millau guide recently recognized this steady quality with a fourteen-point rating, praising how the location grounds every Swiss mountain cuisine dish in honest preparation.
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