A British lady in the kitchen and a wine journalist – jazz musician as sommelier is quite a daring proposition for a restaurant in French wine country. But it’s a great combination, La Table Rouge is in a beautiful spot on the banks of the Dordogne River in the little hamlet of Cancadoual across from Castillon la Bataille.
Kate Thomas originally from Liverpool as been cooking in Bordeaux for several years and, judging by her menu, has obviously grown to love the region and its products.
Fabien Barnes’ wine list is also mainly local heavily influenced by the bio dynamic wines produced using the consulting skills of Stephane Derenoncourt.
The views are spectacular, with a waterfront terrace for summer dining. Even on these cooler autumn days the glass-fronted restaurant makes the most of the view.
Open in the evenings and for lunch on the weekends.