How about spending Christmas in the mountains –  a cosy renovated farmhouse with your loved one’s.

Experience a truly magical and festive break in the French Alps, spending quality time together, chatting by the fire with a cup of hot chocolate or red wine, playing board games, cooking a festive meal together and taking leisurely walks through the forest floors.

Chalet Savoie Faire is a bespoke & unique property, somewhere to set the stage not just for a great Christmas holiday but for creating amazing memories shared with family and friends.

Occupying a privileged private location that has picturesque views over the mountain tops, and even in the middle of winter the chalet is bathed in sunlight.

The perfect combination of a winter wonderland and French culture makes for a memorable family holiday experience.

Every aspect of your holiday experience is important to us, you’ll benefit from our knowledge as we love nothing more than to create an itinerary that is bespoke for you – including advice / help with travel arrangements, a suited menu for all dietary requirements, decorations, wine choices and local outings. 

We will take care of you from the moment you walk through the front door.

Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are great winter activities for all the family to enjoy and are on the doorstep. 

You can explore snowy landscapes whilst enjoying the tranquility of the forests and fresh air. If you are a downhill ski enthusiast there are many resorts close by but you will need your own transportation. Courchevel, Meribel and Val Morel are only a 45 minute drive.

All meals are made in house using fresh, organic and local produce where possible, we promise to have your taste buds tingling.

The Christmas  package includes the following:

• 5 nights private luxury accommodation for up to 8 guests
• 22nd – 27th December 2023
•  Continental breakfast each morning with homemade jams, breads, pastries, cereals, eggs, fruit and yoghurts
• Afternoon fire prepared with tea, homemade cakes, cookies and a selection of hot beverages
• 4 evenings offering a 4 course meal with wine under candle lights in the dining hall
• 1 festive Christmas celebration from a time that suits you and the family, 6 courses with bubbles and wine
• 1 x 3 hour cookery class with Nikki, creating a 6 course meal for you to enjoy using local produce
• Toiletries, slippers, bathrobes and wee gifts under the tree
• Snow shoes and poles available for use
• Christmas decorations and jars of cookies
• An alpine picnic served in a secret place
• Movies and board games
• Plus a whole lot more that comes with trusting us and what we do so well
• Price 8500€

For booking or any further questions contact nikki@chaletsavoiefaire.com

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As time passes, l become more aware of the unique little bubble Hugh and l have created for ourselves on a mountain. It was a choice to be remote, a choice to live with nature, pure air, little noise, with ever changing, jaw dropping beauty. The old days of running here, there and everywhere, left us long ago, replaced with a gentle pace of appreciation.

Now, I know this isn’t everyones cup of tea, to be far from the hustle and bustle of life, but I’m sure and certain there will come a day when you reflect and know it’s time stop. Time to rest and feel the ground stand still beneath your feet. Time is a gift to self, so busy running it’s lost before placing your head back on the pillow.

The big question

• How do YOU slow down?
• Where do YOU go to recharge?
• Who takes care of YOU?

The answer, of course you guessed it

• We will take care of you at Chalet Savoie Faire or Chez Milo Savoie
• Wrap you in comfort, furry throws, warm fires, cosy chairs to read a book
• Feed you seasonal, healthy food, soups, salads, tarts, cakes, bakes, served with a smile 3 times a day
• Suggest and arrange an array of activities – a snow shoe in the forest, thermal spa, wine tasting, hiking, yoga, massage, a cooking class and so much more.
• Don’t move at all, reconnect, recharge and rejoice, knowing you will be well rested by the time you leave.

The package – 465€pp, single occupancy 565€

Designed with your ultimate comfort and relaxation in mind. Activities can be added, depending on your desires. This package is for the month of February.

• 4 days & 3 nights to getaway and be pampered
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner served each day
• Double or twin room, ensuite, bathrobes, slippers and toiletries
• Snow shoe rental and an afternoon guided tour
• Daily cleaning
• Books and music on hand
• A two hour cooking class for all levels, producing a 4 course meal to share
• Return transfer from Moutiers or Albertville train station

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Last weekend it was Opi’s 2nd birthday and it seemed like a great excuse to invite some of her friends up for a drink by the fire. Those friends are special because they still love her after having either lost one of their socks, maybe a shoe or inner sole and if they stayed over, there is a sure chance they had a rude awakening ( dive bombed from a distance).

A few of you have asked for the pooch cake recipe, so here it is. This cake is easy, full of delicious ingredients that your fur baby will love. Of course, one small slice is enough and because it’s full of carrot, it lasts for the good part of a week in an air tight container. Be sure to share with the other furry friends in the hood!

Cake Recipe

Ingredients 

2 eggs

1/2 cup  peanut butter, pure smooth, organic

1/4 cup vegetable oil

2/3 cup water

1/3 cup honey

2 1/2 cups grated carrot

2 cups wholemeal flour

2 tsp baking powder

Method

• Grease and line 2 x 20cm round cake tins.
• Preheat oven to 180C.
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk gently together all the wet ingredients, then fold in the carrots, flour and baking powder.
• Divide the mixture between the two cake tins.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes.
• Leave the cakes to cool in the tins.
• Decorate and remember the candles.

I made a potato frosting – 600g potatoes, peeled, cooked, mashed and mixed with 1/2 cup Greek yoghurt. I garnished the top of the cake with slices of carrot and radish.

Waiting patiently for a slice of cake and when the party and excitement was over, we had a peaceful deep belly sleep.

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We are very excited to announce our 1st yoga retreat for 2022 – The perfect treat for yourself!

Working in collaboration with two gorgeous yoga teachers @adrianavazquez and @yogacharlene . The 4 days retreat will be hosted at Chalet Savoie Faire from the 18 – 21 of March 2022. The inhale exhale yoga retreat is the perfect way to rebalance, recharge and reconnect to inner yourself whilst surrounded by nature, in a hidden luxury setting.

You will experience daily yoga and meditation practice, mindfulness workshops and meet like-minded people! Discover more about the girls and their philosophies and this 4 day retreat on their website: 

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Offer yourself the gift of time, to disconnect, practice yoga and meditation in the beautiful French Alps. Walk the forest floors, sleep in cosy beds, relax by an open fire or read on one of the many terraces………………and SO much more. Reservations are made directly with either Charlene or Adriana, I’m also happy to answer any questions you may have about the food, the area and accommodation.

Of course I will be in my element, preparing an array of deliciousness for you to share around a themed table. I may not be able to promise perfect Spring weather, but I can promise fresh, seasonal food, incredible views, a unique space and hospitality with a smile. We look forward to meeting you!

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It’s that time of year when we start to think about Christmas, especially as it’s a year where we can all be together without restrictions. A time to celebrate and reconnect with loved ones. A time to make it special but to also make it easy, giving you more free time to enjoy the given moments – A stress free Christmas menu!

Join me in the kitchen, hands on fun where we will prepare an easy and delicious Christmas menu to enjoy together around a festive table. The meals are vegetarian but all the recipes that we make can be adapted for meat eaters, gluten free and vegan guests.

Menu Plan

Jingle cocktail – a secret crowd pleaser that can be non alcoholic for even the kids to enjoy

Baked cranberry brie

Vegetarian terrine with a cashew nut cream

Spiced honey roasted sweet potatoes

Almond tamari green beans

Baked cauliflower and mascarpone

Roasted risotto pumpkin

Yule log

Christmas cake

So if this sounds tempting, get in touch and treat yourself to a fun day out with like minded people on either of the following dates:  Sunday 5th December OR Wednesday 8th December. If you have your own group of friends that want a private cooking session and lunch just let me know, minimum group of 6. To book call me 0771605048.

Price is 85€ per person, including instruction, aprons, recipes, equipment and a 4 course lunch with wine.

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Did you know that a courgette contains NO fat, is high in fibre and water. It also holds lots of vitamins C, K and B6 and minerals, potassium and manganese.

Also a nutrient-dense food, containing antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties which help slow ageing.

It helps improve your digestion and helps prevent ulcers, IBS and colon cancer.

Move over carrots – courgettes have a great combination of eye healing nutrients that can help fight off eye disease and degeneration.

All parts are edible – the skin, the seeds and those that have a flower.

Therefore it’s a pretty good vegetable to have on your plate if you want to lose weight (but leave my cake out of it).

Did you know??? Courgette is technically a fruit, but it’s most often used like a vegetable.

In conclusion, you now have a few more reasons why you should add a courgette to your weekly shopping list.

A  cake to taste, firstly because it’s packed with courgettes and red berries, lasting for up to a week in an air tight container and it freezes well. The recipe makes two cakes, one to eat now and one to freeze.

Courgette & blueberry loaf

Ingredients

3 eggs, lightly beaten

1 cup vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 pinch salt

2 cups soft brown sugar

3 cups self raising flour

2 heaped cups of courgettes, grated and the water squeezed out of them

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tbsp ground flaxseed (optional)

1 1/2 cups blueberries, frozen or fresh (raspberries, blackberries or mixed berries can also be used)

Method

• Pre-heat the oven 175C. Line 2 loaf tins with parchment paper.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, oil, vanilla and sugar. Fold in the grated courgettes, flour, salt, flaxseeds and spices.
• Gently fold through the berries and split the mixture evenly between the two loaf tins.
• Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a an inserted knife comes out clean.
• Cool in the tin for 20 minutes, then turn out onto a wire cake rack.
• When ready to serve, sprinkle with a little icing sugar.

I love this cake because it transports well in a basket to my secret picnic spot in the forest, it can however be a terrific breakfast or afternoon tea table filler.  I like to serve it with spoonfuls of Greek yoghurt and drizzle with honey, most importantly, I hope you like the simplicity and taste that this cake brings, to share with family and friends.

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It’s that time of year, the end of summer and courgettes are in abundance, the gardens are over flowing with big green baseball bats and everyone in our village wants to offer me one. Even when l politely say ‘no thanks’, there are always a few left at the front door of an evening. So, rather than looking a gift horse in the mouth, l accept the challenge and try and make a few recipes up that don’t all look and taste the same.

This first recipe is a courgette slice, taken from my Mum many decades ago and now made into my own vegetarian version that l call a courgette stack. All you need is a big bowl to mix the ingredients, a grater and an oven, super simple and they freeze well.

Courgette Stack

2 cups courgette, grated

1 cup carrot, grated

2 red onions, finely chopped

1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs, finely chopped (basil, dill, parsley)

1 zest of a lemon

1 cup cheese, grated

1 cup self raising flour

1/2 cup sunflower oil

5 organic eggs

salt and cracked black pepper

Method

1. Grease with butter 12 deep ramekins or a rectangular cake tin lined with baking paper (if you want to make a slice version).
2. Pre-heat the oven to 180C.
3. Mix all the above ingredients together, spread evenly into the ramekins or in the cake tin.
4. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden on top,
5. Leave to cool, turn out of ramekins.
6. To serve, garnish with lemon mayonnaise and red chilli flakes or red pepper sprinkled on top.

NOTE to the meat lovers – you can replace the lemon zest with 100g chopped bacon, or sprinkle some cooked bacon on top at time of service.

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When everyone else is closed, WE are open

Special Offer

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Escape the crowds for a stay in a unique, luxury farmhouse renovation. Mountain location perfect for cross-country skiing, hiking and snowshoe outings or just sit back by the fire & admire the views from the comfort of your sofa. Relax, unwind & reconnect with family & friends. Enjoy delicious home-cooked meals using fresh, seasonal produce. Exclusive accommodation for groups of up to 8. Fantastic deals on short breaks – see below.
And breathe …… Chalet Savoie Faire – an oasis of calm in a mad world!’

Deal of the day – 460€ per person

4 days – 3 nights luxury accommodation – exclusive groups only 4 – 8 people

Breakfast – home made breads, pastries, jams, cereals, fresh fruits and delicious yoghurts

1 x Picnic Lunch Hampers – a selection of goodies to take on the mountain

Snow Shoes available for our guests

3 x Afternoon tea by the fire, a selection of herbal, black tea and coffee, freshly baked home made cakes

3 x Evening meals – Pre – dinner nibbles, followed by a 3 course meals including beverages

1 x Half day cookery class with Nikki, followed by a 3 course lunch with drinks

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