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31 januari 2023
What a wonderful experience! This is a hidden gem, nestling just off the D117 and only a couple of kilometers from Quillan, in Belvianes. My husband and I met a friend for lunch at the Rose des Pyrénées today. We had never been to this hotel before and when we had parked and began walking down the gravel drive, we were immediately aware of a certain quirkiness. There were various little areas in the gardens on either side of the drive, sanctuaries inviting the visitor in to relax and find peace. The swimming pool looked tempting on this very hot day, set among beautifully kept grounds abound with colourful trees and plants. Walking a little further, we came across a bridge over a stream and, beyond that, the restaurant terrace, the mountains and the River Aude. Upon arriving at Reception, we were warmly greeted by the Manageress who showed us to the restaurant. We walked through the elegant, beautifully appointed interior of the hotel which, again, provided calm, homely seating areas. Our waitress was charming and spoke French, English, Spanish, Italian and German! We were each offered a moist hand towel to freshen up, as the waitress explained that the Rose des Pyrénées prides itself on providing excellent customer service with the personal touch. We ordered apéritifs: a glass of Blanquette for me and homemade lemonade for the two chaps. Then we were served a mini Bruschetta with olives just to whet our appetites! Not having much idea what to expect, we were delighted to discover an eclectic mix of French, Spanish, Italian and Mexican cuisine. We ordered Calamari, Pork Terrine and Spanish Tortilla to start, followed by Mexican Fajitas for three. Everything was freshly prepared and absolutely delicious! Two of us then devoured a creamy Panna cotta with homemade jam and my husband enjoyed ice cream. The waitress explained that, with a little notice, the menu could be tailored to suit. Suddenly we realized that we had spent three hours drinking in our surroundings and reveling in treats for our tastebuds and so we ran out of time to take a tour of the hotel. We paid the bill, which was so reasonable and vowed to return. I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough. The staff were friendly, professional and so welcoming. The food was just awesome! This is a place to come and enjoy peace and tranquillity. Give it a try and I promise that you won’t be disappointed!
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