Le Bissy - Mâcon

Little café in a typical burgundy village-the romane chapel opposite is charming. The dining is casual with a large choice of pizza and few local dishes. I had the steak with gratin dauphinois and carrot purée. The steak was cooked perfectly, properly locally sourced. The purée was a mystery to me until the owner told me the chef 's secret: 4 spices. As I skipped the starter, I indulged myself with the dessert le café gourmand . This is on the fashion in most french restaurants, offering a café with a sample of desserts. Mine was lovely with a fruit purée,chocolate mousse, homemade cake, panacotta and a ice cream. All were very tasty. The atmosphere is more than casual with the owner serving and joking with all the customers. The wine list offers great local wines but also few wines from the new world -a rarity in France! If you are looking for a good simple meal with a great craic, Le Bissy is the perfect place.

The pizza is excellent, the local steak even more delicious than expected, but the real highlight of Le Bissy is the owner, Koen, whose hospitality, humor and warmth made our evening a true delight. If you are in the area, don't pass up the chance to visit!