In Alsace, it’s no secret that we have a good fork. If you’re visiting Alsace’s capital, a meal in a Strasbourg winstub (win = wine, stub = room) is part of the protocol: a must. To discover local gastronomy in a wooded, intimate, rustic but always warm (even noisy, but that’s part of the charm […]
Are you a gourmand and/or gourmet looking to visit Alsace? Rest assured, you’re in the right region: here we like to eat and drink well! In addition to the delicious traditional restaurants you’ll find along the way, here are some ideas for gourmet visits in the region. Numerous companies in the gastronomy sector open their […]
To soak up the gastronomic flavors and discover the culinary traditions of Alsace, nothing beats a little stopover in Gloutonnie, better known as Christkindlsmärik! The Strasbourg Christmas Market is Alsace in a nutshell. The fumes of mulled wine, the smell of cinnamon and grilled meats tickle your nostrils… Above all, the Strasbourg Christmas Market is […]
Do you know the Munster cheese? It is an Alsatian cheese with a strong taste. As its name indicates, it originates from the Valley of Munster. Even today, it can only be produced in certain parts of eastern France (mainly in the Vosges mountains). There are many farms in Alsace producing Munster cheese. The trick […]
What are the best farmhouses in the Vosges in Alsace? This is a difficult question to answer, firstly because there are many, but also because it depends on your taste! We didn’t test them all, but each member of the My Weekend in Alsace team has his or her own favorites. By discussing this with […]
What to bring back from Alsace? This is a question you will ask yourself when visiting Alsace. Not that I think you have to bring back a souvenir at all costs, even if it means buying anything, but rather because there are many beautiful (and good!) things in our region. You will be spoilt for […]
If there is a typically local tradition, a little forgotten, which links the Alsatians and the Mosellans it is that of the Wàldmeister! Lucky you, I’m going to share my experience with you, because spring is coming and it’s soon the season of the fragrant woodruff, the French name for Wàldmeister. In Latin it is […]
Would you like to visit a distillery in Alsace? There’s plenty to choose from, as eaux de vie are a tradition in Alsace. Here’s a selection of distillery tours we’ve tested and approved 🙂 Meyer Distillery Museum – Distiller’s House in Châtenois The Distiller’s House is a small private museum dedicated to Alsatian fruit brandies […]
Gourmet walks in Alsace: a must this summer! I must admit that when the weather is nice, I enjoy this double pleasure at least once, which combines my two favorite activities. Do you know it? Do you practice? It seems that the gourmet walks are initially well a concept of theEast of France… Known for […]