Chalet Catering

Eat well

The first rule of hospitality is that nothing upsets a guest more than over-promising and under-delivering. This is key when it comes to cooking in a chalet. However, as all good catered chalet companies know, the quickest way to your heart is through your stomach!

Tasty and homely

The feedback we have received since we started serving guests in 2010, has helped to define our philosophy on food. The food you will be served will not be fine-dining fare but, it will be homely, plentiful, well-executed and very, very tasty. And the ongoing feedback we now receive suggests that we are hitting the spot! We recognise that if you’re going to be doing a lot of exercise on the ski hill each day, you’re going to want food to match.

Inspired variety

That said, this is your well-deserved holiday and a big bowl of pasta pesto isn’t going to cut it (no disrespect to pasta pesto, let us know if you specifically want pasta pesto!) so, in our chalet food, we aim to include lots of variety and draw our inspiration from far and wide. We work with a set menu thoughtfully designed to reflect seasonal produce and chalet-style comfort, but our chefs love to add their own personal twists. If you have any dietary needs or preferences, just let us know—we’re happy to tailor your meals.

Sample menus

Gastronomic treats

We’re often asked if we can share a sample menu from our chalets. Now, most companies and catered chalets in Méribel will claim they serve the best food – and we’re happy to jump on that bandwagon. While we start with a set weekly menu, our chefs adapt and personalise it based on each group’s preferences—so every week still feels unique and made just for you. This extends from breakfast and afternoon tea, through to a four-course dinner, with canapés.

Mountain ingredients

The sample menu below will give you an idea of what a week with The Chalet Company would taste like! Our hosts will also happily accommodate allergies, intolerances, religious, health or ethical dietary choices, children’s menus – or even just your favourite dinner for a special occasion!

In general, our menus for the chalet tend to focus on fresh ingredients, available in the mountains, and nutritious recipes to keep you skiing your best (whilst being warm, filling and delicious enough to help you recover from a long day on the slopes).

Time to ski

Coming home to an amazing afternoon tea, and looking forward to a four-course dinner, means lunch on the mountains can be quick and simple: giving you more ski time. That said, we won’t blame you for indulging in a couple of long, mountain lunches – especially on a snow-day.

The following sample menus should give you an idea of a week’s catering in one of our Méribel chalets. We’ve included our sample vegan menu too (labelled ‘vg’), and you’ll see plenty of vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options.

Breakfast

Shakshuka with chorizo
Shakshuka (vg)

Afternoon tea

Carrot Cake (vg)

Canapés

Garlic Mushroom & Brie Melts
Sweetcorn Fritters Served with Chipotle Yogurt Dip (vg)

Starter

Grilled Pear, Brie, & Almond Salad with Balsamic Dressing
Grilled Pear, Avocado, & Almond Salad with Balsamic Dressing (vg)

Main

Beef Stroganoff, Pappardelle & Roasted Green Veg
Wild Mushroom Pappardelle & Roasted Green Veg (vg)

Dessert

Chocolate Torte Served with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Chocolate Torte Served with Berry Compote (vg)

Breakfast

Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon
Granola with Berries (vg)

Afternoon tea

Raspberry & White Chocolate Muffins
Raspberry & Coconut Muffins (vg)

Canapés

Honey Mustard Glazed Sausages
Maple & Mustard Glazed Parsnips (vg)

Starter

Caramelised Onion & Roasted Vegetable Tart with Rocket Salad (vg)

Main

Hong Kong Style Pork Filet in Honey, Chili, & Lime Glaze with Braised Cabbage & Steamed Rice
Hong Kong Style Aubergine in Honey, Chili, & Lime Glaze with Braised Cabbage & Steamed Rice (vg)

Dessert

Sticky Toffee Pudding Served with Cream (vg)
Cheese Board

Le booze

Everybody has a different approach to drinking on a ski holiday; hence The Chalet Company’s alcohol policy has been difficult to define. Restricting each person to half a bottle of wine per night seems frugal, there's no need to ration or pour your own—our hosts keep wine and beer flowing throughout your stay, so your glass is never empty for long.

Alongside welcome drinks on your first night, our house wines and beers are available throughout the day—so whether you're toasting breakfast or winding down after skiing, your glass can always be topped up.

Some of our chalet wines are listed below. These differ each season as they are lovingly hand-selected (and rigorously taste-tested by our team… strictly for quality control, of course). We’re also stocking up our cellar with some special wines that can be bought in addition to your chalet wine.

Bubbles

Baron de Clary

Light bubbles with fresh aromas of apple and citrus, finishing crisp and refreshing. This sparkling wine is versatile and fun and can be enjoyed with appetizers or as an aperitif.

White

Vache d’Automne Blanc

This wine is a light and well balanced white with aromas of lime, apricot and peach. Coming from the heart of the Languedoc region, it has lots of herbal and tropical aromas coming from the Sauvignon Blanc in the blend.

La Foule Chardonnay

This well-rounded Chardonnay is deep and bright gold in colour. This wine is expressive and complex with hints of pear and vanilla. A well balanced Chardonnay, pairs well with chicken or fish.

Red

Grain de Gamay

Garnet in colour, this vibrant red bursts with aromas of juicy red berries—think ripe strawberry, raspberry, and a hint of cherry. On the palate, it's fresh, with bright acidity and soft tannins that make it exceptionally easy to drink. A playful, elegant wine with a smooth finish and a touch of spice.

Combeval Grande Reserve Rouge

This deep ruby red doesn’t hold back—bursting with juicy blackberries and ripe blueberries. Smooth and velvety on the palate, it brings a gentle kick of spice and a long, warming finish. Bold, generous, and just a little bit wild—perfect for cosy dinners and big flavours.

Guest Reviews

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Efficient booking process. Staff were professional friendly and cooked up wonderful suppers for kids and adults. Hot tub was a real plus as were hill transfers. Everything we needed for a relaxing break. Dom, family and friends.

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Very impressed by Chalet Impala... what a place! There are just so many stunning features – the hot tub, sauna, terrace, huge open-plan lounge and most of the bedrooms (apart from one small one but it was for a single lady). Food was lovely, Aimee & Charlie were charming hosts and, well, we can’t wait to come back next season! Emma.

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I love dealing with Phil and the team at the Chalet Company, I organise a large ski group trip every year and they are by far the best company I deal with. Chalet Evergreen is great, fabulous location, hot tub always excellent hosts which you need when looking after big group. They organise as much or as little as you want them to and just make organising the annual ski trip a pleasure rather than a chore. Jenna Kelly.

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