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09 Nov 2019

Say salut to our new cocktails

The temperature in Méribel has dropped considerably and winter is fast approaching. Some would argue it’s already arrived, snow on the ground counts as winter right? Either way, before we know it lifts will be running and LDV doors will be open, offering you shelter from the cold. But we are here to provide more than just respite from subzero temperatures. Once you’re inside, there's the all important decision of which beverage you'll choose to warm the cockles. As well as offering up your classic winter warmers; boozy hot chocolates, vin chaud, Glenmorangie hot toddies and Irish coffees, we will…
25 Oct 2019

10 Things to Take Away from Oktoberfest 2019 (at LDV)

After 2 successful years, Lodge du Village once again transformed it's terrace into Meribel's very own Bavarian beer tent for Oktoberfest 2019! Here are just a few lessons learnt from this year's spectacular event... (I'm sure the were a few sore heads the next day, reminding us of other important life lessons) 1. Bavarian beer tents aren’t just reserved for the streets of Munich, Meribel Village suits one quite nicely. 2. Steins are a great vessel of choice for beer. Especially German lager. You can essentially pour 4 pints at once, as Pat did so beautifully 3. And what is…
29 Sep 2019

We’re getting a makeover

Bienvenue! Welcome to the brand new Lodge du Village blog, brought to you by me, Al. Every fortnight, I will be updating you on the latest on all things, food, drink and life at altitude, with perhaps a few light-bulb moment posts in between. This however, is not the only thing that’s new... It’s safe to say that here, in the heart of the Three Valleys, we have waved goodbye to summer. An autumnal glow bathes the valley, the mountains are giving us a sneak peek of their winter coats, nights are drawing in way too quickly, and you definitely…