The Marcon family, lucky stars of Saint-Bonnet-le-Froid
While the Michelin Guide has just confirmed their 3rd star at Restaurant Marcon on the heights of Saint-Bonnet-le-Froid, the name Marcon is today more than a gourmet restaurant, it is a real institution. In more than 75 years, “Marcon” has made a name and a place for itself in French haute cuisine. It all began…
In the spring, we'll investigate!
Little detectives or big gourmands love spring to carry out the investigation in the open air in the 4 corners of the department. First, there are the bells! From March 23 to April 6, how can you resist the call of chocolate in Haute-Loire? Young and old, armed with their buckets, bags and baskets are called upon to flush out the eggs...
La Puy-en-Velay, the place to be!
They each have their own atmosphere, their shops, their bars and restaurants... Follow us on a journey from place to place in the heart of the Ponote city. Place des Tables to admire the cathedral It is at the end of the day that the famous Notre-Dame du Puy-en-Velay cathedral reveals its most beautiful colors. The privileged moment to…
What to do during the All Saints holidays?
As a family, with or without children, what to do during the All Saints' Day holidays in Haute-Loire? Here is our selection of ideas for outings outdoors or in rainy weather. “Special Halloween” events around Puy-en-Velay Firstly thanks to Halloween, one of children's favorite holidays: horror evening and treasure hunt at the Aurec castles,…
L’Automnal Gourmand at the crossroads of flavors
Every autumn between September and November, the Automnal Gourmand invites itself to the table between Ardèche and Haute-Loire to promote the riches of the Altiligère and Ardèche terroirs. Based on an idea from Jacques Marcon, three-star chef from Saint-Bonnet-le-Froid, l'Automnal Gourmand promotes "good and good eating" across 4 territories: Haut-Lignon, Val'Eyrieux, Pays de Lamastre...
Moudeyres and Bigorre, two atypical villages in the Mézenc massif
Perched on the high plateaus of the Mézenc, Moudeyres and Bigorre (and Les Maziaux) are distinguished by their architecture that is both typical and atypical: houses with thatched or slate roofs, a reflection of life in the rural world of yesteryear. Witnesses of the past which attract the curious as much for their beauty as…
The secrets of Verbena du Velay, emblem of Puy-en-Velay since 1859
It's been 160 years since Joseph Rumillet-Charretier, a passionate herbalist and apothecary, gave birth to Verveine du Velay. 160 years that it finishes our meals or awakens our aperitifs with its bright green and fruity taste. The fruit of a recipe as ancestral as it is secret, passed down from generation to generation. A secret that Céline holds today…
La Lainerie du Gévaudan: a journey to the heart of the history of wool
From its history to its transformation, Lainerie du Gévaudan tells all the secrets of wool. Where is she from ? Since when ? How does she feel? What can we do with it? How did it develop in the territory? Brief. What is its history, here, in Saugua country? Through its museum, its felting and hosiery workshops, its shop...
The excellent know-how of D'Ennery confection
Specialist in quilted fabrics, but not only… From lace to haute couture through interior quilted fabrics, there is only one step. The proof with D'Ennery confection, a company founded in 1946, which as a worthy heir to the Altiligerian textile tradition, strives to supply duvets, plaids, bed throws or...
When the historic residences of Haute-Loire open their doors to the public
Thanks to the Historic Residence and The Historic Route of the Châteaux d'Auvergne, two large associations of owners of historic monuments, a unique tourist offer has emerged: the Historic Residences Passport. Around a hundred châteaux in Auvergne, including 19 in Haute-Loire, are opening their doors to the general public. On the road to history! HAS…