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.
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 champagne Saturdays and Sundays. Or take a stroll through the Rose Garden and visit the rose nursery
OPENING HOURS:
TUESDAY to FRIDAY - 10.00 to 4.30pm
SATURDAY and SUNDAY 9.30 to 4.30pm
OPEN EVENINGs for bookings of 10 or more - PLEASE INQUIRE
AS SEEN ON MECURIO'S MENU & POSTCARDS
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.
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. Stream the program here.
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.
SPECIAL DATES at Les Chésselles
HIGH TEA at Les Chésselles
(a la francaise)
A GREAT NEW EXPERIENCE FOR THE YARRA VALLEY
- Hot finger food
- Ribbon sandwiches
- Scones
- Small mini cake varieties
- Map coffee / tea (varieties)
- A complimentary glass of French Bubbly
Minimum of SIX guests. $35.00 per person. 24 hours booking notice required.
MONT DE LANCEY Family Reunion Day
Dig out those family trees and contact those long lost relatives, it's time to fill in the gaps and add those new generations! Come along and enjoy a day of family fun, reunions and reminiscing. Bring along your photos and family trees to share.
Courses begin on Sunday March 4th 10am to 4pm
Adults $5, Kids FREE
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 begin on Tuesday February 16th and conclude on Tuesday March 23rd 2010
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
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.
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.
Mont De Lancey Country Market
Paddock to Plate farmers produce market, second Saturday of each month
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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