This cheesy potato bake comes from the Savoie region of France, hence the name savoyarde. Many French regional dishes or variations differentiate a particular recipe by adding the region to the name at the end. For example, I used to live near a town called Moncoutant and they had a stone baked bread called pain Moncoutantaise which was perfect for dipping in a seafood bisque. This is very much a comforting supper dish, traditionally meant to be eaten as a main course. It is particularly known as a popular dish in the skiing areas, as it's a perfect dish to warm you up after a long day on the slopes!