auberge

She openly fantasized about cooking at the Milton Inn when it reopens later this year, imagining it transformed into a destination auberge.

It can take your luggage to that night’s auberge, too.

The setup is reminiscent of the classic auberges of southern France, small inns deep in the countryside that are worth visiting for an amazing dinner and an overnight stay.

Wineries and hilltop bastides have always lured travelers to Provence, but a recent wave of modish auberges has turned the destination downright stylish.

The chefs at the auberge will pack up a picnic basket.