Restaurant l’écluse 16 in Altwiller, in Alsace
When I traveled to France this summer, my family and I had lunch a few times at the restaurant l’écluse 16–only ten kilometers away from where my parents live. I really enjoy the place, not only because of its quiet, off-the-beaten-path location by a canal, à la campagne (in the countryside), but also because Leroux, the chef and talent in the kitchen, is a man who creates inventive eye-catching foods that showcase the best local ingredients. I wanted to write about the place. And so I did, in the Boston Globe food section last week.
If you are interested, especially if you plan a trip in this part of France, you can find the article here.
In the meantime, here are a few snapshots I took when we ate there in the summer. And oh, yes, if you wondered, we ate all the foods that you see. Vraiment délicieux ! and worth the détour.
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YUM!
Comment by YOYO love cooking — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 8:06 am
What a setting for a resto.
It looks to me that most of the dishes are GF?
Great images as always.
Comment by GF PATISSERIE — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 8:07 am
That must have been a fabulous trip. How amazing it is that your parents live there! Your pictures make me want to hop on a plane (all the way from Tulsa, OK… far trip!)
Comment by MollyCookie — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 8:39 am
So beautiful!
Enjoy!
Comment by Pam — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 8:39 am
Great pictures Bea. How did you manage to get amazing natural light in a restaurant?
Comment by Karine — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 9:11 am
Nice nice pictures…enjoy seeing them…
Comment by Juliana — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 10:25 am
Hi, I’m a college student who just stumbled on your site. I’ve been dreaming about going to France for a month or so and working in a restaurant or a small bed and breakfast (anything!) and was wondering if you had any advice for me. I know the places exist and there must be some nice ones that are willing to take on free labor, but I have no idea how to get in touch with them!
Comment by Kelly — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 11:41 am
Bonjour Béa,
Merci pour ton blog qui est sublime !
Je viens de commander ton livre sur amazone, je guette le facteur !
A bientôt
Emilie
Comment by Emilie — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 1:20 pm
Je vais à Strasbourg demain… c’est dans le périmètre ?
Comment by b comme bon — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 1:23 pm
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Pingback by Tasty Tuesdays « Lah Mode — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 2:05 pm
Bea, your pictures make me giddy – so gorgeous! The colours, the food, the lighting – stunning as always.
Comment by Mowie @ Mowielicious — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 2:08 pm
Oulala, ca avait l’air tres bon tout ca… Je vois en tout cas que les verrines sont tres a la mode en France
Comment by Dolce — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 2:15 pm
What a gem! Wish I could try it in person!
Comment by Barbara — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 2:46 pm
J’adore l’Alsace et l’endroit que tu décris a l’air d’un petit coin de paradis ! Les plats semblent délicieux, vous avez dû vous régaler !
Comment by Maybe — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 3:46 pm
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Pingback by Cook & Eat » Blog Archive » Pear Eggnog Trifle — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 6:13 pm
those are lovely food!
Comment by peachkins — On November, 3rd, 2009 at 7:28 pm
I am curious: what is in the small glasses (the ones with the bent spoon and black straws)? I thought it was chocolate coffee with cream until I saw the green one!
Comment by m_star — On November, 4th, 2009 at 2:27 am
It looks wonderful–I love restaurants that are not overly commercial. This place seems homey and simple, which I love. I’m planning a trip to France next summer, so hopefully I’ll be able to try it out
Gorgeous photos!
Comment by S. — On November, 4th, 2009 at 3:27 am
your pics are always gorgeous! and Alsace is always a great place to visit!
Comment by chiara.u — On November, 4th, 2009 at 4:43 am
I’ve missed so many of your posts, but when I started following you after coming back from my home in France, you gave me the inspiration with my photos, cooking and recipes.
Esp the Macaroon recipe!
Comment by April Marie (Girl Japan) — On November, 4th, 2009 at 4:56 am
ça fait un petit moment que je viens te rendre visite et j’apprends que tes parents vivent dans le 67 alors que je vis dans le 90?! coincidence sympa!
Comment by frichtidelasouris — On November, 4th, 2009 at 5:03 am
Oh merci beaucoup pour l’address de ce restaurant! je suis une foodblogger italienne qu’ habite a Strasbourg, en Alsace. Sûr que je l’éprouverai
Comment by FrancescaV — On November, 4th, 2009 at 6:58 am
Oh delicious. This month, I am trying to learn more about regional foods of France, Alsace included!, and this has been just a delightful read.
Comment by Julia @ Mélanger — On November, 4th, 2009 at 7:15 am
My mouth is watering as I´m looking at hese piucs. How delicious they look. I wonder if you , one day can tech us some of these with the concordance of the cheff, of course!
Comment by regina celia — On November, 4th, 2009 at 8:01 am
Absolutely beautiful!
Comment by Carrie @ Deliciously Organic — On November, 4th, 2009 at 9:53 am
Deliciously photographed, all of it. And what a wonderful, serene setting to enjoy it in.
Comment by Marysol — On November, 4th, 2009 at 10:34 am
m_star, it’s a curried lettuce gazpacho with foam on top.
Comment by Béa — On November, 4th, 2009 at 10:43 am
Once again, BEAUTIFUL shots!
Comment by Rebecca — On November, 4th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Ca tombe bien, c’est juste sur notre chemin quand nous allons en Belgique! On s’y arrêtera un jour, c’est sûr! Merci pour cette belle adresse.
Comment by Botacook — On November, 4th, 2009 at 11:52 am
Ca a juste l’air absolument divin… Le cadre, l’assiette, son contenu… et si en plus tu étais en famille, ça devait être un moment magnifique
Belle soirée
Comment by L'Atelier Océane — On November, 4th, 2009 at 5:32 pm
The pictures are amazing!!!! gloria
Comment by Gloria — On November, 8th, 2009 at 6:21 pm