"The Grand Hôtel du Lion d'Or is a gastronomic landmark of Sologne and owes its reputation to Marie-Christine and Didier Clément, a couple of professionals who are passionate about food. A true scholar when it comes to his region, the chef has spent his career resurrecting forgotten herbs and spices: grains of paradise, sand leek, angelica and lemon thyme, as well as vegetables such as parsnips or the vitelotte potato. He combines experience and curiosity, cooking in a classical vein, without affectation and his jus and sauces are particularly succulent. Take for example his Babylon-style pigeon, stuffed between the skin and flesh, now a signature dish of the house. Let’s not forget the knockout wine list which shines the spotlight on the Loire’s top wineries." - Michelin Inspector
