Food and Drink
Boulangerie-Pâtisserie Aufrère
The all important bakery in the nearby town of Chatillon, with fresh baguettes, pastries and sweet treats!
Le Promenade
Boasting a Michelin star and less than 20 mins from Cléré, this is French cuisine at its best and perfect for a special evening
Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil
French wine connoisseur may know this gem, some of the best from highly rated and complex Bourgueil wines is from the village of Saint Nicolas
Pouilly Fumé
Close to Sancerre and also a household name, Pouilly Fumé is also a quality wine producer and the opportunity to visit two great wine regions in one trip is very appealing!
L'Epicurien
Our local! Just 100m from your dorstep, the village bar/restaurant for a relaxed drink or evening meal
Auberge de la Source
A firm favorite for a set lunch, brilliant food and super value, an absolute must for foodies!
Cremant
Located near the Loire river, this village is the producer of some of the best sparkling white wine outside of the Champagne region, this gem is starting to appear in British stores with its reputation spreading
L’Embarcadère, Blois
Dining with a view! Blois is a great day out and worth the trip, with arguably the best local market, a lovely Chateaux and this riverside eatery is a great lunch spot whilst visiting
Auberge de la Tour
Just 10 minutes driving or taxi, a lovely evening restaurant with elegant outside dining. The cheeseboard is particular favorite of ours with great local cheeses and sauvignon blanc grapes
Château du Petit Thouars
A great day out for wine lovers, a beautiful château and vineyard with an insight into the wine making process and tasting session of course!
Saumur
Very closely located to Cremant and also a wonderful sparkling wine producer, Saumur is highly rated in France but perhaps lesser known to Brits than its neighboring village
Chateau de Pray
Amboise is a must when in the Loire and this is one more great reason to visit. A Michelin star restaurant in beautiful Chateaux, lunch or dinner here is a real treat
Le Paddock Café
Friendly local eatery and bar, known for it's moto GP racing theme, Scottish links and live music!
Langlois Chateau
Located in Saumur, this pretty château overlooking the Loire river, offers wine tasting of little known gems of Saumur and Cremant and the much more revered Sancerre
Sancerre
World famous for its wonderful Sauvignon Blanc few would not find Sancerre to their taste, a little bit of a trip but well worth the journey for those who want to sample the highest of quality French wine
Sancerre
World famous for its wonderful Sauvignon Blanc few would not find Sancerre to their taste, a little bit of a trip but well worth the journey for those who want to sample the highest of quality French wine