If you’ve always wanted to travel to France or simply have a healthy appreciation for good cheese and charcuterie, then this savoyarde pizza is an ideal choice for your next meal. A well-known culinary specialty in France and named for the region of southeast Savoy (on the borders of Italy and Switzerland), this pizza highlights regional and artisanal ingredients. It also happens to be one of France-based food writer and photographer Guillaume Marinette’s (guillaume.marinette) favourite pizzas.

While the exact toppings can vary, typical ingredients often include Beaufort (a semi-firm, cow's milk cheese with a rich and nutty flavour from Savoy), smoked bacon or lardons, sliced potatoes and caramelised onions, all on a base of smooth and tangy crème fraîche. 

For Guillaume, a savoyarde pizza is the ultimate comfort food: every bite has a balance of rich, savoury and satisfying flavours. And while he prefers his pizza after a good skiing session or a long hike, it can also be easily prepared from the comfort of your home any time of the year. While there's no guarantee of a mountain chalet, it will absolutely be scrumptious.