Summer is a season for sharing and enjoyment, and at Chez Pépé Nicolas, we love snack time. For a break in the sun after a hike, there’s nothing better than a gourmet snack that celebrates the flavors of our region. Nestled in the heart of the 3 Vallées, our restaurant offers a unique experience, combining family traditions and culinary creativity. Discover our summer snack menu, designed to delight your taste buds and offer you moments of true conviviality.
Sweet treats to discover
– The matafins
Start your experience with our matafins, mountain pancakes prepared according to our grandmothers’ recipe. Not to be confused with savory matafans with cheese. Our sweet matafins are served with a choice of accompaniments, such as valley honey, hazelnut chocolate, or homemade blueberry and raspberry jams. These delicious pancakes are a tribute to the sweetness of summer.
– Liège-style waffles
For lovers of crispy textures, our Liège-style waffles are a must-try. Served with toppings, they offer the perfect balance between softness and crunch. Enjoy them with honey from the valley or homemade jam for an explosion of flavors with every bite.
– Lost brioches
Don’t miss our thick and tasty lost brioches. They are ideal for enjoying a moment of relaxation, sprinkled with homemade milk jam or honey from the valley. Add whipped cream for a gourmet touch or a scoop of homemade ice cream for an even more refreshing experience.
– Blueberry shortbread
And for more color, opt for our blueberry shortbread, accompanied by homemade milk ice cream from our alpine pasture. This dessert is a true invitation to discover local flavors, combining the sweetness of shortbread with the freshness of blueberries.
Ice cream and sorbets: a refreshing escape
What would summer be without ice cream? Our homemade ice creams and sorbets are perfect for quenching your thirst. Made from milk from our alpine pastures and water from our spring, our ice creams come in a variety of flavors, including milk, chocolate, and hazelnut. The sorbets are made from seasonal fruits such as garden mint, apricot, lemon, and raspberry. Why not try a tasting of all our flavors to share, a moment of pleasure not to be missed!
Savory treats for balance
– The gourmet waffle
For those who prefer savory flavors, we offer the gourmet waffle, topped with cheese from our alpine pastures and bacon chips. This dish, both comforting and delicious, will immerse you in the heart of Savoyard culinary traditions.
– Discover the cheeses of the mountain pastures
Share a convivial moment with our discovery of cheeses from our mountain pasturesA platter for two that showcases the richness of our terroir. A variety of cheeses, accompanied by hypocras jelly and thyme jelly, will delight cheese lovers.
– Homemade rillette
Don’t miss our homemade rillette with smoked bacon, accompanied by traditional sausage. This flavorful dish is perfect for a simple gourmet break.
A relaxing break for the whole family
At Pépé Nicolas, we are committed to making your experience enjoyable and memorable. While you savor our delicacies, your children can have fun in complete safety in our supervised play area. We believe that every moment spent together should be a celebration of life and nature, in the heart of the mountains.
This summer, indulge in the exceptional snacks at Chez Pépé Nicolas. Whether you’re with family or friends, come and enjoy a fun, gourmet moment, and don’t forget to visit our high-altitude vegetable garden, where every ingredient has a story to tell. Welcome home!
