Chalet de Caron

3002 Meters above sea level, Chalet de Caron is one of the highest restaurants in the world's highest ski resort, Val Thorens. Always packed at lunchtime with tourists that come for a quick snack or a full meal. As for the rest of the day, the place is big enough for you to find a table.

There is a long list of French, Italian and international foods to pick from. Their Jambon Fries are to die for and are my favourite snack whenever I sit outside on the terrace! Salmon tagliatelle is also incredibly tasty. Their pizzas on the other hand, are Godawful! There is also a salad bar which I have never tried.

Service is very fast and friendly.

Unlike their snacks and desserts, main courses are slightly over priced (€12~€25). But considering that Val Thorens is one of the most expensive resorts in the Alps, there is not much to complain. And hey, it still beats a lot of central London restaurants however you look at it!

Caron tele cabin is the only way to get there from Val T. Go down towards le Carin blue run and you should reach there within a minute. Only way down back to the valley unfortunately, are black and red runs which beginners may find a bit difficult.

If you're into photography, I'd recommend taking the red Col de l'Audzin run down and then head further south towards the black Cristaux. Halfway down, stop and snap a few shots! Light is perfect all day long. The one I uploaded was taken there. But be aware that Cristaux is one of the most difficult black runs in all Three Valleys (shadowy most of the day; hence very icy early in the morning).