February The days are getting longer and warmer. It’s actually almost daylight when we go to the bakery in the morning to pick up the fresh bread for breakfast. Thoughts about which bar has a terrace for the sun for … Read on… →
December is exciting. Slightly edgy feeling with the whole winter ahead. Remembering how long to cook duck breasts so they’re still pink in the middle. Energy levels are high. First guests arrive middle of the month before Christmas. They are all on courses for off piste skiing. They will also be the guinea pigs for some new recipes for the winter. The feedback will determine if they go on later menus. One of them is a regular so knows what to expect. Read on… →
What’s happening this winter in Chamonix? When are the holidays? Best times to ski. Some great skiing courses. Lift pass deals and more… Read on… →
From 7 January to 4 February and from 7 March to 1st April 2022. An announcement made this week by the tourist office of Chamonix Valley offering free group ski lessons for guests staying in commercial accommodation in the Chamonix … Read on… →
From 7 January to 4 February and from 7 March to 1st April. Chamonix Tourist office are offering free lessons this winter for guests in town staying a minimum of 3 nights. Organised through the ski schools the ski lessons … Read on… →
This course is exceptional value and runs for half days on the Mon, Tues, Thurs and Friday of the week. Essentially it is about developing off piste ability to be able to ski whatever snow conditions you come across (including the best powder). So, bumps, crust, ice, you name it. Read on… →
Top level ski course run by Mark Gear developed for expert level skiers capable of skiing all but the most challenging off piste conditions and terrain. The focus of the expert ski courses is to maximize your ability as a … Read on… →
Typically this course is for you if you can get around OK off piste, but are looking to consolidate & improve your general off piste skiing.
This 5 day ski course based in Chamonix is run by Mark Gear in Chamonix. The course is aim is to improve piste technique and to start skiing off piste. In Mark’s words “It is amazing how easy skiing off … Read on… →
This course is exceptional value and runs for half days on the Mon, Tues, Thurs and Friday of the week. Essentially it is about developing off piste ability to be able to ski whatever snow conditions you come across (including the best powder). So, bumps, crust, ice, you name it. Read on… →