Gougères with Smoked Salmon & Foie Gras
Paired with Crémant de Bourgogne

We always begin with gougères, Burgundy’s iconic savory cheese puffs. Warm, golden, and impossible to resist, they’re the kind of bite that brings everyone together in the kitchen before the table is even set. Filled with smoked salmon and foie gras, they feel festive without being fussy. A glass of Crémant de Bourgogne in hand, and this is when the holidays truly begin.

Fresh Oysters
Paired with Chablis

Next come fresh oysters, served simply and enjoyed slowly. It’s a quiet moment at the table, one where everyone simply savors the crisp flavors. Together with a chilled Chablis, it’s a classic French pairing that feels both festive, refined, and timeless.

Bouchée à la Reine with Sweetbreads (Ris de Veau) & Mesclun Salad
Paired with Meursault

This is the dish that feels most like home. The bouchée à la reine, filled with tender sweetbreads in a creamy sauce, is rich and comforting, the kind of recipe that has been perfected over generations. Served with a light mesclun salad and a glass of Meursault, it’s the centerpiece of the holiday table and is always the most anticipated.

Apple & Lemon Sorbet (Trou Bourguignon)

Served as a modern take on the “trou bourguignon,” a refreshing apple and lemon sorbet is always welcome at a holiday table. Light and palate-cleansing, it gives everyone a moment to breathe, to laugh, and make room for what’s still to come.

Cheese Platter & Clementines

No Burgundy table would be complete without cheese. A generous platter showcases regional favorites, enjoyed slowly and accompanied by fresh clementines, whose brightness cuts through the richness and sparks some festive chatter.

Some of Orianne’s favorites include: The Chaource, the Epoisse (a milder choice), and the Soumatrain.

Classic Bûche de Noël
Paired with Crémant Rosé

The celebration ends with a classic bûche de Noël, beautifully crafted and rich with chocolate and cream. Served with Crémant Rosé, it is both nostalgic and joyful, the kind of dessert that signals the end of the meal but never the night, as conversations linger long after the last bite.