There are several restaurants to choose from as well, but I suggest going to La Caveau. It is great for children and serves early. Children love the fondue and there are affordable chicken or steak dishes to please just about everyone and large yummy mixed green salads. It is also smoke free. I am spoiled that London, like most American cities, is now smoke-free—but Verbier is not. Many restaurants will have smokers at the bar that, in winter, can soon have the entire restaurant in a haze. And, sadly the one night we splurged by going to Kings Restaurant, a man sitting next to me actually smoked throughout his entire meal! I also got a mild case of food poisoning at this ridiculously expensive restaurant—but perhaps I deserved it: never order seafood in a mountain town! I ordered seared scallops with sea urchin bisque and saffron butternut squash. It was delicious, but the next morning was not! Another restaurant to try is Chez Dani, which is a bit off the beaten path with lovely views of the mountain.
For the Ski-Impaired:
If you are not a skier, ask your concierge about organized hikes as there are lovely trails going up and down the mountains. You may want to indulge in a weekly pass with the Centre Sportif for only 8 francs a day for adults or 6 francs a day for children. There is a lovely pool, Jacuzzis, ice-skating rink, and tennis and squash courts. There is also a crèche for young children. Another indulgence, that I was treated to for Valentine’s Day, is the Spa at Valmont. It is ranked as one of the best spas in Switzerland and my massage was certainly fabulous. I highly recommend it!
