Who are we visiting on a gastronomic tour of Guadeloupe? Fabienne Youyoutte, France's best patissier in 2019, who offers artisanal desserts, pastries, cakes, ice cream and jams made from local fruit in her two patisseries in the centre of Pointe-à-Pitre and on Sainte-Anne beach. You can sit outside in front of the two small shops and enjoy the works of art.  Jimmy Bibrac's haute cuisine at his gastronomic restaurant O Z'Épices near Bouillante on the mountainous Basse-Terre part of the island has been winning awards like the best recipe in France in 2020. Its original creations made from local produce and spices (as the name suggests) also attract many locals, who often make the long journey from Pointe-à-Pitre. The spacious Le Grand Bleu restaurant near Sainte-Anne in the grounds of the 5-star Toubana Hotel offers a stylish atmosphere and a beautiful view of the sea from its outdoor terrace.

Where does Brigitte Golabkan, Miss Guadeloupe and Miss World 2012, dine? We don't know (at least not officially), but we assume that she has good taste. The lady speaks several languages and once studied law. Who is the best restaurateur in Guadeloupe? She must know... There are definitely some good addresses. The restaurant le Poisson Rouge at the Tendacayou Ecolodge high above Deshaies with its spectacular view and Sylvie's unmistakable signature: fresh and innovative for around 20 years high above the fishing village. Unfortunately it is closed at the moment. Room service only and you have to book a room. Perhaps not the worst idea after the somewhat winding, long journey and it's worth it. The restaurant l'Orchidéa with its beautiful view of the bay of Saint Francois by chef Arnaud Bloquel (Best Chef in France, according to Gault Millau, 2018) is also closed at the moment. However, we still have plenty of first-class addresses in stock, let us surprise you.