With its recently inaugurated 17-acre vegetable garden, Heritage Le Château is literally going green. Frédéric Gille, its new director, is passionately committed to promoting local produce, and has invited us to discover the wonderful ingredients that grace the Château’s menu. Eating local and organic also benefits small producers, helps reduce your carbon footprint and is an opportunity to savour local delicacies. So go ahead, treat yourself… guilt-free!

Cocktails, leisure time, the beach, sun and sea... these are all integral to any holiday in Mauritius. Yet the island has many other facets that are worth discovering. For those who are planning a visit in the coming months, the following events will allow you to experience Mauritius like a local.