The soul of a chef and a fisherman

The Chef

Christopher Coutanceau, a native of La Rochelle, grew up on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. A fishing and submarine hunting enthusiast, he spends his free time on the ocean and knows every hidden nook and cove of this Breton strait by heart.

DISCOVER

Menus & wines

Seafood, fish and shellfish, carefully selected at the fish auction every morning, are the finest produce from local, artisanal, eco-responsible fishing, which respects the ocean's seasons. Carpaccio, wood-fired cuisine, whole fish and seafood platters invite to be shared on the wind-sheltered terrace or our inside space around long festive wooden tables.

Visit

La Villa Grand Voile

Step into Christopher Coutanceau and Nicolas Brossard’s marine-themed residence, a former shipowner’s mansion – a member of Relais & Châteaux – located just a stone’s throw from La Concurrence Beach and the historic heart of La Rochelle. This oasis of calm with its 11 rooms and suites, nestling in a wooded courtyard featuring a heated pool, invites you to delight in an enchanting stay interspersed with gastronomic pleasures.

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