Alsatian fare is generous and essentially a cold weather cuisine, much like the invigorating fondues and fromage-charcuterie planches of the French Alps.
Above: modern twist on a childhood favorite, Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte; succulent fresh fish choucroute
Below: potato-ham-mushroom-onion gratinée topped w/Munster cheese (the town of Munster is a short drive via a scenic wine route); a village street
Paris-Strasbourg
TGV train daily (2 hours 20 minutes) + car rental at station
TGV train daily (2 hours 20 minutes) + car rental at station
(driving from Paris: 4 hours via toll roads)
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Addresses in February newsletter
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"Tasting Alsace" is dedicated to Anthony Bourdain.
Below: Le Chambard Hotel in Kaysersberg, his final stop
R.I.P.
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