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A LIVING, EVOLVING CUISINE

In the heart of the Jura, Sève explores a seasonal cuisine deeply rooted in the living world.

Here, the menu is not revealed in advance; it unfolds throughout the meal, guided by the harvests, foraging, fermentations, daily arrivals and the chef’s intuition.

Each plate seeks a balance between precision and instinct, between raw ingredients and transformation. Plants hold a central place, yet never become a statement of intent: they are substance, texture, depth and a reflection of the land’s memory.

Sous l’Écorce is an invitation to look differently at what nature offers in silence: a root, a leaf, a sap, a season.

A journey conceived as a passage through time and place, where the Jura, time itself and the human gesture come together to shape the experience.

Every detail at Sève is born from an intimate connection with the Jura, its landscapes and the people who cultivate them.

At Maison Zugno, Nicolas creates a cuisine that is free, instinctive and deeply rooted in its surroundings. Producers, foraging, the kitchen garden and the changing seasons shape each course as much as the creative process itself.

Around the House, the herbs, flowers, vegetables and citrus fruits from the garden naturally extend this pursuit of the living world. Nothing is grown merely for decoration: every plant contributes to the cuisine, inspiring a juice, a fermentation, an infusion or a lasting memory on the plate.

Time is an integral part of the experience at Sève.

The meal unfolds gradually, following a rhythm designed to leave room for surprise, conversation and emotion. Each course seeks its rightful place, free from unnecessary display, allowing the ingredient, the gesture and the moment to express themselves fully.

The light of the Jura, the silence of the House, its textures, fragrances and the movement of service contribute as much to the experience as the dishes themselves.

Sous l’Écorce is conceived as a pause from everyday life — a moment beyond the ordinary rhythm of the day, where cuisine is discovered with patience and attention.

Here, nature is never still.

It evolves, transforms, disappears and returns.

And the cuisine follows its rhythm.

Eco-Friendly Practices

Our eco-friendly approach extends to all aspects of our restaurant:

  • No Printed Menus: We have eliminated printed menus to reduce our environmental impact.
  • Compost and Permaculture: Our homemade compost nourishes our permaculture garden, creating a virtuous cycle.
  • Locally Filtered Water: We serve filtered water to minimize transportation and glass usage, in line with our EcoTable vision.
  • Responsible Suppliers: We work we local producers to reduce our carbon footprint and ban plastic packaging.
  • Minimized Waste:  Our menus are designed according to the number of guests expected, thus avoiding any food waste.

The restaurant at Maison Zugno 

Composed of three small rooms, our restaurant plays the intimacy card.
The know-how of the artisans is highlighted: hand-made tapestries, plant walls and custom-made walnut furniture create a harmonious and delicate ensemble.

Hours (September to June):
Lunch: Saturday and Sunday from 12.00 pm to 1.00 pm
Dinner: Tuesday to Saturday from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm
Restaurant closed on Tuesdays in November, December, and January

Hours (July – August):
Dinner: Everynight from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm

Pricing:
Our creations are available in:
– Sous l’Écorce at €75 per person
– Sous l’Écorce affiné at €85 per person

Our cuisine is entirely gluten-free! As part of an advance reservation, we are able to offer a vegetarian alternative to all our menus!

Lounge Bar: elegance and relaxation

Our Lounge Bar welcomes you every day until 11 p.m. Our Bar is the central point of our restaurant area where everything is designed to create a setting conducive to relaxation, whether for a solitary break or a friendly moment with friends.

Ideal for relaxing at any time of the day, you can enjoy a refined and very often local selection of drinks. Coffee, lemonades, wines and even spirits come from our local artisans.

For the most gourmet, our plates of local cheeses, subtly selected, are accompanied by local wines, creating a perfect harmony between regional flavors and tasting pleasure.