Plan your visit to the restaurant En Marge

In a fun and friendly atmosphere, discover the backstage of the En Marge restaurant for a day in the kitchen with the chef Frank Renimel. You will be immersed in the daily life of a chef’s team and learn how the dishes of the day are made and the menu put together with the cooks and pastry chefs. You will then be asked to work on designing a recipe – you will even have the chance to taste some wines selected by the head sommelier Benoit Fedou. Finally, you will enjoy a lunch of the chef’s succulent signature dishes in the kitchen. They will ensure that this a deliciously unforgettable experience.

A day in the kitchen with the chef

Discover the origin of wines and how to enhance the product on the plate so that it is not spoiled or overwhelmed by the chosen wine. Find the right balance for an ideal marriage between food and wine. The head sommelier will provide you with some fascinating tips and will invite you to attend his class alone or with others. For your greater pleasure, this initiation is accompanied by two glasses of wine and a glass of champagne. The House offers you opportunity to enrich this tasting with dishes which complement the wines (as a supplement).

Oenology class

Dishes composed like paintings and finished with flowers grown in the garden bring to life the region’s unique products. In the calm setting of Restaurant En Marge, chef Frank Renimel opens his heart to you and offers you an unusual journey, both olfactory and gustatory. Discover the culinary treasures of the Midi-Pyrénées.

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On the hillsides of Aureville, in the Toulouse countryside, Isabelle and Frank Renimel have designed a welcoming and authentic home with a touch of whimsy. The brick and pebble walls of the old building have been preserved and stand in exquisite harmony with the new additions of sleek geometric lines. The decor is simple and warm, embellished with splashes of bright colours here and there. As for the five rooms, they each evoke an emotion: fun, indulgence and so on. The magic continues with the cuisine. Composed like paintings, the dishes are each signed with a flower from the garden. Highlighting the best of the region, enjoy such specialities as suckling pig or caviar from the Pyrenees.

Plan your stay at the Hôtel Restaurant En Marge

Embark on a fascinating journey to the edge of the universe. Located just 30 minutes from the hotel, Cité de l’Espace opens the door to the cosmos through a series of interactive exhibitions, including life-sized replicas of the Ariane 5 rocket and the lunar module. Enjoy immersive experiences in the planetarium: walk on the Moon, touch a fragment of a meteorite and witness the launch of a satellite into space... Explorers young and old will marvel at the spectacle.

 

Reach for the stars at Cité de l’Espace

A floral symbol of Toulouse, the full complexity of the violet is revealed aboard a 1930 barge permanently moored on the Canal du Midi. Maison de la Violette invites you to discover the flower’s history and secrets, as well as its many variants–including those you can taste. From candies to cosmetics and syrups, let yourself be enchanted by the sweet scent of this charming little flower. Enjoy a sensorial and authentic visit, guided by unique local savoir-faire.

 

An aromatic escape at Maison de la Violette

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Canal du Midi winds through the Occitan countryside, offering a unique view of this peaceful and bucolic setting. Take a voyage on board a barge or hop on a bike and follow its shady banks. With its locks, picturesque bridges and charming little marinas, you’ll feel carried away by this 17th-century engineering marvel, designed by Pierre-Paul Riquet. A timeless escape, ideal for enjoying the charms of the South-West.

A stroll along the Canal du Midi

In Toulouse-Montaudran, a fantastical world is revealed before your very eyes. La Halle de La Machine’s workshop is home to amazing mechanical creatures which come to life under the expert hands of talented operators. Admire the colossal minotaur, encounter a giant spider and climb aboard vehicles inspired by the imaginations of Jules Verne and Leonardo da Vinci. An immersive and poetic experience, where human ingenuity borders on the incredible.

Dive into the world of machines

Traveling to the Mediterranean from the Atlantic Ocean represents a change both in territory and culture. By following the Canal du Midi for a week, travelers will experience a slow change in landscapes, accents, and traditions. Throughout the entire journey, it is wonder that ties them all together...  <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/from-bordeaux-to-catalonia-vineyards-the-canal-du-midi-and-the-mediterranean" target="_new"><b>See the itinerary</b></a>

Itinerary - From Bordeaux to Catalonia: vineyards, the Canal du Midi and the Mediterranean

From the Haute-Garonne to the Haute-Vienne, from the suburbs of Toulouse to the city of Limoges, roads and lanes meander through splendid natural parks and villages boasting artisanal and gastronomic traditions that are sometimes centuries old.  <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/michel-trama" target="_new"><b>See the itinerary</b></a>

Itinerary - From Toulouse to Limoges: the nature and wonders of the great Southwest

Activities, excursions and other attractions during your stay at the Hôtel Restaurant En Marge

This property welcomes groups or events. 2 Meeting room(s)  - Maximum capacity: 150

En Marge Restaurant

Chef Frank Renimel

1 Michelin Star 2024

Plan your visit to the restaurant En Marge

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