From October 16 to 18, 2026, Megève will come alive to the rhythm of alpine gastronomy for the 9th edition of Toquicimes. For three days, chefs, producers, artisans and food lovers gather in the heart of the village to celebrate a mountain cuisine that is generous, authentic and resolutely contemporary.
Born in 2018 on the initiative of Emmanuel Renaut, three-Michelin-starred chef of Flocons de Sel, in partnership with the town of Megève, Toquicimes has established itself over the editions as an unmissable event for mountain gastronomy in Megève.
The 2026 edition will explore a particularly timely question: what if mountain cuisine already held some of the keys to the food of tomorrow? Raw, seasonal produce, wild foraging, small-scale farming and artisanal know-how will be at the heart of the discussions and encounters.
Free and open to all, the festival is one of the best reasons to choose Megève for a gourmet getaway this autumn.
For the latest practical information and the full schedule of the resort, also check the Megève Tourisme events calendar.
Toquicimes 2026: Three Days Dedicated to Alpine Gastronomy
Throughout the weekend, Megève becomes a true open-air gastronomic stage. Demonstrations, competitions, encounters and tastings punctuate the days, offering a chance to discover a mountain cuisine that draws on tradition while looking to the future.
Exceptional Chefs Gathered in Megève
For this ninth edition, Toquicimes brings together several major names in gastronomy.
Chef Éric Frechon, three-Michelin-starred for fifteen years, will serve as the edition's patron alongside Emmanuel Renaut, the festival's co-founder.
Joining them is an impressive lineup of alpine chefs and leading culinary figures, including Marc Veyrat, Michaël Arnoult, recently awarded three stars at Les Morainières, and Swiss chef Franck Reynaud.
The festival will also welcome Professor David Khayat, a renowned oncologist, for a discussion on a topic that resonates strongly with contemporary concerns: the links between food and health.
Highlights of Toquicimes 2026
Competitions, masterclasses, encounters and gourmet discoveries will make up the program of this great gastronomic weekend in Megève.
Among the scheduled events:
- The Best Fondue of the Alps competition, which succeeds the traditional Megève best fondue contest
- The Toquicimes pâté en croûte competition, an official selection round for the World Championship
- Culinary masterclasses with chefs
- A producers' market dedicated to local know-how and terroir products
- Food trucks and tasting areas
- Workshops for children
- The Toquicimes School, dedicated to passing on culinary knowledge
- A support dinner for Team France ahead of the Bocuse d'Or 2027
To enjoy the full program without excessive travel, staying right in the heart of Megève is particularly convenient. After a morning of culinary discoveries, it takes just a few minutes to get back to your room, take a break, or simply stroll through the village streets before heading out for a new experience.
Where to Stay in Megève During Toquicimes 2026
Accommodation is a key consideration for making the most of a weekend at Toquicimes.
When coming to Megève for a food festival, choosing a hotel in the heart of the village allows for a much freer experience: no need to get back in the car between events, hunt for parking, or plan your movements in advance.
It's also a chance to discover Megève at your own pace, between gourmet appointments.
Cœur de Megève: Staying in the Heart of the Village
To experience Toquicimes from the inside, Cœur de Megève offers a particularly well-located address.
Set at 44 Rue Charles Feige, the hotel sits right in the pedestrian heart of Megève. Designed as a contemporary and welcoming cocoon, it combines wood, fine materials, vibrant colors and details inspired by the alpine spirit. The boutique hotel has 38 rooms and suites, along with several dining spaces and a Grown Alchemist Spa.
Discover Cœur de Megève
Staying at Cœur de Megève during Toquicimes means being able to start the day on foot, easily reach the festival's events, come back to rest for a moment, then head out again to enjoy Megève once the buzz picks back up.
The location is also ideal for extending your stay beyond the festival. After a day devoted to gastronomy, a walk through the village streets or an outing into the alpine landscape reveals another side of Megève in autumn.
A Wellness Break Between Gourmet Appointments
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Another advantage of staying at Cœur de Megève for Toquicimes is being able to alternate between pleasures.
After several hours of tastings, encounters and culinary demonstrations, head to the Grown Alchemist Spa for a moment of relaxation. The hotel's wellness area offers treatments, a sensory shower, a sauna and a relaxation space with an organic herbal tea bar.
Discover the Grown Alchemist Spa
A gentle way to shape your weekend: gastronomy in the morning, mountains in the afternoon, wellness in the evening.
A Gourmet Address at the Heart of Toquicimes
Choosing to stay at Cœur de Megève also means being able to extend the gastronomic experience directly at the hotel.
Beefbar Megève, located at Cœur de Megève, offers a contemporary take on meat-focused cuisine. The concept, created by Riccardo Giraudi, showcases a range of meat origins and cuts, with cooking centered around the grill, barbecue and wok.
Discover Beefbar Megève
After a day spent exploring Toquicimes in Megève, it's pleasant not to have to get back in the car for dinner. Just a few steps take you from the village's lively atmosphere to a warm table.
This proximity also opens up a more relaxed kind of stay: lunch at the festival, a stroll through Megève, a break at the spa, then dinner at Beefbar before returning to the calm of your room.
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