Musee Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire, Villeneuve Loubet
Museum of Culinary Art in this historic town
This museum was set up by outstanding chef Auguste Escoffier who worked as head chef at the Savoy in London. He founded this museum which is dedicated to culinary art.
Located in his birthplace and fortunately preserved, it has been recently restored with care and taste, and is the jewel in the history of French gastronomy. The Foundation invites you to rediscover this museum today and learn about Auguste Escoffier, the father of the modern kitchen and ambassador for French cuisine!
Escoffier invented many French classic dishes such as the peach Melba or Melba toast in honour of the Australian singer Nellie Melba, as well as the strawberries a la Sarah Bernhardt.
There are lots of interesting exhibits including beautiful cakes, icing flowers and other impressive creations. There are also tasting available and guided tours upon request.
Directions
A8, exit 47 towards Villeneuve Loubet Village
By bus from Nice, Ligne d'Azur No. 500 towards Grasse
By train, the nearest railway station is Cagnes sur Mer, then take bus 500 towards Grasse
When to come
Winter Opening: From September 1 to June 30, the Museum is open daily from 14:00 to 18:00
Closed on public holidays, and December 24 and 31
Closing Month: November
Summer Opening: From 1 July to 31 August, the Museum is open daily from 14:00. to 19:00, and on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10:00 to 12:00.
How to get passes
Tickets cost 5€, 2.50€ for students, unemployed and disabled people. Free for children under 11.
