L'Hysope

Nicolas Durif is nothing if not creative! He has taken up abode at the end of a pedestrian street in a quaint little village a short drive from La Rochelle. In an interior that smacks of 19C curiosity cabinets, Nicolas unveils his passion for collections, particularly tableware. Born in Alsace, he has named his restaurant after a plant, of which he uses up to 60 in summertime, sourced from France and the rest of the world. He adds discreet touches from his homeland via a spot of mustard, horseradish or cinnamon here and there. His surprise menus rich in citrus fruits, spices and Asian notes come highly recommended.