Restaurant : Hawthorn (71)

In Charnay-lès-Mâcon, L'Aubépine is the "den" of young local gastronomy, driven by the creativity of Quentin Antiga. Here, the menu juggles influences: karaage-style quail with apricot textures and peanut praline, conchiglioni, pistachio praline, pistachio-basil pesto, "tête de moine" cheese or surprising desserts like artichoke-green coffee tiramisu. Boldness and precision prevail, in a relaxed bistronomic spirit where smiling service highlights the freshness of products and regional know-how. The lunchtime starter/main course/dessert menu costs €25, excellent value for money. The cellar, mainly devoted to the Mâconnais and surrounding area, offers local wines at reasonable prices, to match each dish with the richness of Burgundy's vineyards.

71850 Charnay-lès-Mâcon – Tel. 06 50 18 28 70.