Les Chésselles - Good Wholesome French Country Cooking in the Yarra Valley
Experience the French connection in the Yarra Valley
Hidden in the undulating hills of Wandin, Victoria is one of the first homesteads, Mont De Lancey, settled by the Sebire family. Along with the Rougets and Gaudions, the Sebires were one of the original French settlers in the Yarra Valley.
The magnificent gardens of the property history abounds with an original Slab Kitchen, Machinery Shed and Blacksmiths Workshop. The gardens, St Mary's Chapel and gazebo or under the 100 year old Peppercorn tree near the newly established Rose Garden also provide a beautiful setting for Weddings which can be fully catered by Les Chésselles.
Now a new French connection has arrived at Mont De Lancey in the form of a unique French style café... 'Les Chésselles'.
Not only will you enjoy French food but also French wines and cheeses, as well of course alongside the best wines of the Yarra Valley. As part of the experience, Gourmet produce are also available.
Why not indulge yourself with a French style breakfast and a complimentary glass of bubbly Saturdays and Sundays 9.30 to 12.30, then take a stroll through the Rose Garden and visit the Rose Nursery
Les Chésselles as seen on Postcards with Shane Crawford
OPENING HOURS:
WEDNESDAY to FRIDAY - 10.00 to 4.00pm
SATURDAY and SUNDAY 9.30 to 4.30pm
CLOSED MONDAY and TUESDAY during winter
OPEN EVENINGs for bookings of 10 or more - PLEASE INQUIRE
Les Chésselles as seen on Mercurio's Menu
Popular film and TV personality Paul Mercurio recently filmed Mercurio's Menu at Mont De Lancey, sampling some of the produce at the Farmers Market, and sharing duties in the kitchen with Chris Helleren at Les Chésselles.
Les Chésselles - an interesting history
In 1491 a land owner from Switzerland sold a parcel of land just inside the French border to a man called Chesselles where the village of Chesselles had its beginning. Over the next four hundred years the descendants moved throughout Europe and up into England where over time the name was anglicised to become Chessell. This was the maiden name of the owner Christine.
Weddings at Les Chésselles
Have a sneak peek at some of the wonderful Wedding services that Mont De Lancey and Les Chésselles have to offer. Stream the video here.
A wedding at Les Chésselles and Mont De Lancey can be styled around your specific theme requirements and cater for small, medium or large groups. A banquet for larger parties in the Museum, or a provincial style wedding in Les Chésselles Restaurant. We can also combine a garden wedding with a marquee for a stunning event in the magnificent gardens at Mont De Lancey.
Download our Weddings Information guide here
Great for all clubs!
Don't forget we have a guided tour of Mont De Lancey (any day or evening) accompanied by lunch or twilight dinner
Available for 20+ people at a special discount price.
Breakfast Bonus!
Breakfast will be served Saturday and Sunday from 9:30am 12:30pm
A complimentary glass of French Wine will also be served between these hours, with full breakfasts only.
Mont De Lancey Country and Homemade Crafts Market
Second Saturday of each month. New stall holders always welcome. Call the Market Co-ordinator for details on (03) 5964 2088.
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SPECIAL DATES at Les Chésselles
HIGH TEA at Les Chésselles
(a la francaise)
A GREAT NEW EXPERIENCE FOR THE YARRA VALLEY
- SANDWICHES... Ribboned & Circled
salmon, cream cheese, flavoured tuna, cucumber, chicken - Vol au Vents
Chicken & Mushroom, Chicken & Cheese - Filled varieties of Pastries
- Home Made Scones, jam and cream
- Petit Fours
varieties of mini cup cakes - Lemon Curd Mini Tarts
- Filtered Tea or coffee, 1 glass of French Bubbly
Minimum of SIX guests. $39.50 per person. Two hours duration. 24 hours booking notice required. Make your booking here today
please note: 50% deposit required at time of booking
PASTRY & BREAD MAKING
In September 2010 Les Chésselles will commence a Pastry and Bread making course which will be a lot of fun, and be a great help for the keen cooks to learn some handy hints and recipes.
More information coming soon. Register your interest here today
FRENCH LESSONS
Learn practical French language skills in the comfort of the restaurant... whilst enjoying a glass of French Bubbly and a plate of cheese varieties.
Courses will recommence September 28th, 2010 and runs for 6 weeks concluding on and conclude on November 9th
TWO SESSIONS AVAILABLE
- 6:00 TO 7:30 (Ideal for Beginners) $150.00
- 7:30 TO 9:00 (Ideal for Advanced) $150.00
- Professional French Teacher
- Course runs for SIX weeks
- Classes have been successfully running now for two years
- Limited vacancies are available
- Phone: 03 5964 4106 / 0438 288 808
FRENCH COUNTRY COOKING CLASSES
(held on Mondays)
- Provincial Rabbit / Mash
- French Gnocci / Sauce
- Crépes
Chris Helleren will show you how to disect, cook and plate up all three meals...
This is a 'hands-on' class, then alongwith a glass of French Bubbly you will proceed to enjoy eating whet you have prepared
These classes will be available on any Monday when we are closed to the public... starting at 8.30am to approxiamately 2pm
Ideal as an alternative to a Hen's Night, especially if your friends are 'foodies'
Classes require a minimum of 4 participants, and are capped at 10 participants. Cost is $125 per person.
Contact Les Chésselles French Restaurant
Les Chésselles is located at Mont De Lancey
71 Wellington Road, Wandin, Victoria.
For bookings and enquiries please either...
Ring on (03) 5964 4106
Call Chris on 0438 288 808 or
Email at dine@chesselles.com.au or Register your interest here today
OPENING HOURS:
WEDNESDAY to FRIDAY - 10.00 to 4.00pm
SATURDAY and SUNDAY 9.30 to 4.30pm
CLOSED MONDAY and TUESDAY during winter
OPEN EVENINGS for bookings of 10 or more - PLEASE INQUIRE