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Bars, hotels, restaurants, delicatessens, wine stores, you’ll find Calvados everywhere. In Normandy, in France, and all over the world.
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Le Manoir du Lys
Bagnoles-de-l’Orne - NormandyYou can enjoy a lovely old Calvados at any time of day in the lounge bar at the Manoir du Lys with its English private club ambience and décor created by the Italian visual artist Aldo Paolucci. You can also sample the Michelin-starred cuisine of Franck Quinton, who manages one of the finest restaurants in the region.
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Le Bar Hemingway — Hôtel Ritz
Paris - FranceProbably one of the most mythical hotels in the world. Pop along to its Hemingway Bar (named after the famous writer who used to hang out there) and ask head bartender Colin Field to serve you the ‘Serendipity’, his signature cocktail made from Champagne and Calvados
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Le Pot d’Etain
Manerbe - NormandyThis restaurant’s “cuisine de terroir” menu is based on seasonal produce usually sourced from local farms. It is an ode to the Normandy “art de vivre” in all its simplicity.
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La Ferme de Billy
Rots - NormandyCome and enjoy some tasty local cuisine, in the form of a colourful and copious brunch, in a friendly and cosy atmosphere. Tasteful décor, comfy sofas, XXL tables for large groups or a quiet table for two. The cherry on the cake? The orchards are right next door!
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La Renaissance
Caen - NormandyMichelin-starred chef Arnaud Viel is a local boy. He serves up original and sustainable Normandy cuisine. Calvados naturally has pride of place in this superb restaurant.
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Le Château d’Audrieu
Audrieu - NormandyPay a visit to the “Le 1715” bar or “Le Séran” restaurant and you can explore a wide range of Calvados from the three appellations along with many Calvados-based cocktails.
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Coupette
London - United KingdomInspired by France, but proudly London-based, Coupette is a Calvados institution on the other side of the Channel. With its French moniker and relaxed ambience, Coupette has quickly become one of the most important bars on the international scene. “Apples” is one of its most iconic cocktails.
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Nokka
Helsinki - FinlandAt this restaurant with its elegant décor and cuisine, you will find nearly 50 different Calvados lined up proudly behind the bar.
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Le Bréard
Honfleur - NormandyGood food lovers will be delighted with the characterful cuisine served here created by an inspired and creative chef who works with the best local artisans and producers. Check out their superb selection of Calvados.
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