Original and gastronomic Christmas and New Year's Eve at the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay

The magic of Christmas takes hold of theAbbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay on December 24, 2023. We've already told you about it: the estate, taken over by Paris Society, recently reopened its doors, revealing several restaurants within its walls. If you'd like to get off the beaten track and enjoy a charming Christmas or New Year's Eve away from the hustle and bustle of Paris, without having to travel far, here's something new for you to try.

Immerse yourself in the warm, Hogwarts-like atmosphere of the Réfectoire des Moines or the rustic elegance of the Chasses for a memorable Christmas or New Year's Eve dinner. The Abbey, just an hour from Paris, opens its doors for exquisite culinary experiences where refinement and the palate take center stage. Children are also catered for, with a special menu for them.

Discover the program:

Réfectoire des Moines - Dinner on December 24, 2023 (150 euros/person) :

• Appetizer buffet: Selection of salmon gravlax, oysters, taramas, foie gras, langoustines, and more.
• Fish: Scallops, sweet potato, beurre blanc with champagne.
• Meat: Stuffed turkey, gratin dauphinois with truffles.
• Cheese: Selection by Ludovic Bisot MOF Fromager Affineur.
• Dessert buffet: Assortment of Yule logs, fresh fruit and the 13 Christmas desserts.

Les Chasses - Dinner on December 24, 2023 (150 euros/person):

• Starter: Oysters with champagne, caviar.
• Fish: Saint-Pierre with seaweed, winter vegetables.
• Meat: Christmas capon with truffles, risotto, chestnuts.
• Cheese: Ludovic Bisot selection.
• Dessert: Chocolate Christmas ball, nougatine.

Children's menu - Dinner on December 24, 2023 (50 euros) :

• Starter: Heart of smoked salmon.
• Main course: Saint-Pierre or stuffed Christmas capon.
• Cheese: Ludovic Bisot's selection.
• Dessert: Chocolate Christmas ball.

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Réfectoire des Moines - Dinner on December 31, 2023 (250 euros/person) :

• Starter buffet: Selection of salmon, oysters, foie gras, and more.
• Fish: Sea bass and scampi, risotto.
• Meat: Beef Wellington, truffle, baby vegetables.
• Cheese: Ludovic Bisot's selection.
• Dessert buffet: Assortment of logs, pavlova, chocolate.

Les Chasses - Dinner on December 31, 2023 (220 euros/person) :

• Starter: Duck foie gras, black truffle.
• Fish: Roasted lobster, onion confit tart.
• Meat: Stuffed quail, truffle jus.
• Cheese: Ludovic Bisot selection.
• Dessert: Croquant au chocolat, mandarine Impériale.

Children's Menu - Dinner on December 31, 2023 (50 euros) :

• Starter: Duck foie gras.
• Main course: Back of cod or chicken supreme.
• Cheese: Ludovic Bisot's selection.
• Dessert: Chocolate crunch.

Refined dishes in a magical setting, that's what's so appealing. In any case, it's an opportunity to celebrate the festive season in a place steeped in history, where the spirit of Christmas takes on its full meaning. Reservations are essential to secure your place at these coveted tables. Share the happiness of a festive table and let yourself be carried away by the joyous spirit of the festive season at the Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay.