Graham Tigg's
Languedoc Dining Graham Tigg's
Languedoc Dining | Prices |
The prices quoted in my notes are for two people having a middling set menu or, when there is only a carte then three courses, plus a bottle of wine and coffee. For older reviews allow for inflation. If our meal opted for a menu that isn't available at all times (typically weekends) I mention this and indicate the likely cost. We usually have a set menu or what's usually called the "menu carte" offering a selection from the carte at a discount. For wine, assume spending around 15€ to 20€ a bottle rising to double this for more prestigious restaurants. Sadly, an interesting bottle at less than 20€ is an increasing rarity.
In France, and indeed most of mainland Europe, the price of a meal includes service. For special service then leaving a few euros is fine.
Guide Books and Sites
Much of the inspiration for starting this site back in the mid-1990s was the late Richard Binns. Richard self-published highly personalised guide books that started with his "French Leave" series back in 1980. Richard's web site is maintained by his brother Keith and is packed with fascinating information and downloads.
The Michelin guide book is of course world famous and brilliantly packed with the essential facts about French towns. The Michelin web site will locate restaurants and hotels on their interactive map and generate A to B driving instructions with an annotated map. For restaurants the somewhat brief descriptions and little differentiation below their renowned star rating system is a frustration.
For dining in the Hérault then WoW - What's on where in Hérault has a critical list of place with moderate prices and a strong ambiance (navigate to Places to Eat)
Find out more about local wines on my Languedoc wine page and Languedoc wine blog. For more information about the Languedoc generally try my links page
An excellent site to ask about dining out in France (or indeed anywhere) is the egullet bulletin board. The quality, helpfulness and passion for dining out of the participants is top notch.