THE guide to restaurants and gourmet addresses in Aix-en-Provence and surroundings!

Au cœur du village de Trets, le Safran propose une cuisine méditerranéenne inventive et savoureuse, dans une atmosphère conviviale. Les assiettes, traditionnelles et recherchées, élaborées à partir de produits de qualité et de saison, se renouvellent sans cesse pour vous offrir une dégustation unique : risotto à la crème de truffe, aïoli, carpaccio de saumon... Laissez-vous enivrer par les saveurs du sud au sein d'une salle colorée et authentique, accueillis par un personnel attentionné. Grande terrasse idéalement placée. Repas de groupe pour évènements privés ou professionnels sous réservation.

Unparalleled quality. For Renaud and Rémi, at the helm of this renowned address, the recipe for a good contemporary pizza can be summed up in three commandments: top-level dough, a competitive wood-burning oven and very well-sourced products, in short, the exquisite art of simplicity that these two long-time friends have the secret of. The decor follows, with a bistro atmosphere and a Mediterranean-style terrace in summer. A tip: book!

Conviviality, sharing, good products, and family spirit! Opened at the end of 2023 in the Granettes countryside by the Roys, who already own Gaodina, this cozy restaurant focuses on the conviviality of bistronomic cuisine and the freshness of a short and seasonal menu. Operate is the nickname that Martin and Robinson Roy gave to their grandfather, who transmitted to them the pleasure of meeting again at the table. A place as pleasant with family or friends as with a duo or for work.

Exceptional meats. La Flamme d'Aix, a family adventure that brings together the father in the dining room and the son in the kitchen, is unanimously acclaimed by fans of good food. Organic Charolais beef, salers or black angus, lamb from Aveyron or even 100% bellota Iberian pork are perfectly cooked on the embers, the name of the restaurant obliges. Home-made sauces, sides, and desserts don't ruin anything. Remember to book!

Feel the Aix-en-Provence vibes. As for the brasserie, the aptly named Mirabeau offers homemade cuisine, made with fresh and seasonal products often sourced from a short circuit. Colourful plates, a warm atmosphere and a gourmet break at any time of the day! As for the spa, it is difficult to choose between a steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, jacuzzi, relaxation area, massage or facial or body treatment made with the French cosmetics brand NUXE, recognized for the quality of its products and the expertise of its protocols. What if we took everything?

Face à la montagne Sainte-Victoire et non loin du château de Grand Boise et son domaine viticole, le Bistrot Grand Boise vous propose une cuisine raffinée à base de produits frais, dans une ambiance chaleureuse et professionnelle. Large choix de vins de qualité qui s'accordent à merveille avec les plats, pour une dégustation enivrante ! Filet de lieu noir, carré d'agneau, côte de bœuf Limousine... Et un panel de desserts gourmands, dont le fameux pain perdu au caramel beurre salé. Belle terrasse en extérieur ouverte dès les beaux jours.

The exceptional setting. In the beautiful village of Tholonet, below the Moulin de Cezanne, the Relais enjoys a postcard environment at the foot of Sainte-Victoire. The famous painter often came to paint in the area! The establishment is composed of two areas: the restaurant, to be discovered on the beautiful shaded terrace and, just below, La Paillotte adjacent to the bowling alley for a drink or snack.

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La chef, Karen, laisse libre cours à son imagination et revisite les grands classiques de la cuisine française, pour vous élaborer de savoureuses compositions fait maison. Tartares, raviolis, gnocchis, pâtisseries... Laissez-vous embarquer dans l'univers gustatif original de l'établissement, où les maîtres mots sont fraîcheur et gourmandise ! Carte variée et personnel attentionné. Coin de jardin ombragé aux beaux jours.

Fondé par Emmanuel Sirounian et Victor Leblanc, l'établissement est aujourd'hui le bistrot incontournable du centre-ville d'Aix-en-Provence. Idéalement situé Place des Prêcheurs, le Chastel propose une cuisine bistronomique, traditionnelle et raffinée. Avis aux truffle lovers : une partie des plats sont travaillés spécialement avec de la truffe... Régalez-vous avec la grande salade césar à la truffe, les rigatoni à la truffe et burrata, tartare de bœuf à la truffe, pour n'en citer que quelques-uns ! Une délicieuse pause, dans une ambiance très conviviale. Service irréprochable.

Antoine Ingrassia, maître restaurateur propriétaire de plusieurs restaurants, fonde Toasushi dans le but d'offrir le meilleur de cette spécialité japonaise, en alliant créativité et respect des traditions culinaires. Les chefs vous concotent des sushis créatifs et généreux, et autres mets japonais : makis, nigiris, brochettes, spring rolls, chirashis, gyozas, poke bowls... composés à partir de produits frais de haute qualité. Passion du goût et satisfaction client sont au cœur des valeurs de l'enseigne. Option livraison, à emporter.

Issu d’une famille d’hôteliers-restaurateurs et de pâtissiers-confiseurs, Philippe Segond est passionné depuis son plus jeune âge par la conception artistique de créations sucrées, composées de fruits, miels, amandes et huiles d'olive de sa Provence natale. En 1991, il est consacré "meilleur ouvrier de France", puis est élu vice-président de l'association des meilleurs ouvriers de France pâtissiers-confiseurs. Fort de l'expérience d'une vie entière consacrée à la pâtisserie, au chocolat et au calisson, il innove, dans une quête permanente d'excellence, pour vous offrir des moments de dégustation inoubliables !

Discover the know-how of the reference of chocolate makers in Provence. Since its creation in 1967 by the Rœlandts family, the Chocolaterie de Puyricard has remained an artisanal house committed to handmade products and the excellence of raw materials: exceptional cocoa, Charente butter, almonds from Provence and Spain, almonds from Provence and Spain, almonds from Provence and Spain, candied fruits from Apt... A leading figure in high-end chocolate, it is the first agri-food company to have obtained the Living Heritage Company label in 2010.

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Cultivate the sin of gluttony. Ten years and a few for this artisanal chocolate factory launched in Gap, in early 2014, by Anne-Lise Signouret! Thanks to its success, the parent company has grown in Grenoble, Marseille and now Aix-en-Provence, where Anne-Lise's great-grandparents were already retailers on this same rue Mignet, in the heart of the historic center.

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L'Art de vie sélectionne depuis quinze ans, pour le plaisir de vos palais, les meilleurs vins de la région. Grands noms et petits producteurs se côtoient, car les pépites se trouvent partout ! Côté épicerie, vous trouverez de délicieux produits : allant des foies gras d'exception aux caviars les plus prestigieux, en passant par le pata negra, les fromages affinés de régions, le meilleur des huiles d’olive et bien d'autres produits. Vous pourrez vous laisser tenter par une pause gourmande au restaurant, en dégustant une cuisine traditionnelle de qualité dans une ambiance conviviale. Réservation recommandée.

Ici, le pain est bio et 100 % provençal ! Bruno Griffoul a participé à l’élaboration d’une filière territoriale durable « du grain au pain ». Ce boulanger militant, agronome de formation, fait partie du réseau Blé paysan bio qui garantit des variétés de blé anciennes et locales, l’utilisation exclusive de levain naturel et des fermentations longues. Résultat : des pains savoureux et digestes, qui se conservent pendant plusieurs jours. Hélène propose également des pâtisseries bio et de saison.

The art of roasting. Mathieu Taborcia is certainly a chocolate maker — and what a chocolate maker! —, but also a roaster. His shop, established in the village of Lambesc, is one of the few in Provence to offer bean-to-bar chocolate, an expression that means “from the bean to the bar”: he works with different origins of cocoa whose beans he roasts himself. However, if aromas begin to form during fermentation, it is this stage that gives chocolate its characteristic taste. The craftsman's paw does the rest.

The pleasure of pralines in a healthy and handmade version. Remembering the scrunchies that were once sold on the beaches of Provence, especially in Cassis where they opened their first store, Arnaud and Céline created Monsieur Praline. Their credo: keep the spirit of the gluttony of yesteryear by considerably reducing the quantity of sugar (only 33% of unrefined brown cane sugar), by varying nuts and by creating original recipes, all without additives. A tip: go and have a snack!

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The quality and conviviality of a village cheese factory. This store, opened in summer 2023 in the heart of old Pélissanne, was quickly adopted by local delicatessens, combining an ice cream shop and a cheese bar. Delphine Begon, trained at the prestigious Mons company, offers a vast and specialized assortment that includes, again, a range of Meilleur Ouvrier de France Hervé Mons. Nice terrace and a warm welcome as a bonus!

The summary of Provence. This Jouquard mill is also the last artisanal essential oil distillery in Bouches-du-Rhône. Extra virgin olive oil comes from 10 ha of olive trees of the Aglandau variety, planted to support the olive heritage of the village damaged by the great frost of 1956. In terms of aromatherapy, lavender is king, but other Mediterranean plants — thyme, rosemary, immortelle... — are also processed on site to collect their essence.

Real homemade fresh pasta. This venerable establishment, founded in 1878 by a young Italian from Abruzzo, is today in the hands of Charles and Pierre-Antoine who make their spaghetti, tagliatelle, lasagna pasta and ravioli filled with classic or seasonal fillings every day on site. The brand is also a Mediterranean delicatessen to find excellent antipasti, cheeses, charcuteries, olive oils, flours, breadsticks, condiments, condiments, wines, wines, local beers or jams. The good news? The brand has a second address, located on rue... d'Italie!

The right bottles at all prices. In the heart of the old town, Vincent and Livio share their favorites for both French and foreign gems, with particular attention paid to organic, biodynamic and natural wines. Local winemakers are well represented, Félibrige Mistralien obliges. Initiations to tasting, thematic or tailor-made, regularly allow you to discover new elixirs. Nice selection of spirits and craft beers as a bonus, not to mention a few soft drinks. Quality for all budgets and a warm atmosphere guaranteed!

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The land steeped in history. At the XIII^E In the 19th century, Montaurone Castle was part of a Templar commandery. Forest of oaks, poplars, elms, springs and meadows cover this beautiful family estate established on a limestone plateau at an altitude of 200 m, crossed by the Touloubre river. The vineyard, certified organic since 2016, extends over 91 ha belonging to the Decamps family, owner-harvester for over 40 years. The estate also has 2,200 olive trees on 8 ha, also grown organically.

Le plaisir et la convivialité d’une table vigneronne. Chaque année d’avril à septembre, ce restaurant éphémère ouvre ses portes au cœur des vignes du domaine Figuière, que la famille Combard conduit avec passion depuis plus de trente ans. Sébastien, cousin des propriétaires, y propose une cuisine de saison fraîche, colorée et ponctuée d’inspirations du monde entier. Ses créations s’accordent parfaitement avec les vins bio élaborés sur place
(AOP Côtes de Provence et IGP Méditerranée). Réservation plus que conseillée !

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The place to live. In the heart of Luberon, this wine estate is also a multifaceted and immersive space that offers tastings, cellar visits, and a 500 m² concept store.², concerts... A desire of the founder, Paul Dubrule, pioneer of wine tourism. Organic wines, from 36 ha of vineyards, come in several ranges and colors: delicate and structured whites, balanced and fruity rosé, long-lasting reds with tight tannins. The estate also sells its organic olive oils.

Acquis par Philippe Kessler en 2001, le domaine est modernisé afin d'améliorer la qualité des vins. Le travail de mise en valeur est aujourd'hui poursuivi par son épouse Sophie Kessler-Matière et son fils Thomas. Ces derniers sont engagés dans des démarches particulièrement respectueuses de l'environnement, ce qui leur a valu la certification « Haute Valeur Environnementale » de niveau 3 pour tous leurs produits. Les cuvées phares pour la partie domaine sont Clos Victoire et Rocher Rouge. Côté oliveraie vous y découvrirez quatre sélections d’huiles d’olive aux saveurs uniques.

The land between Rhône and Provence. The 400 winemakers of Marrenon, ardent defenders of the Luberon and Ventoux territories, are located in the heart of
Luberon Regional Natural Park, classified as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and Natura 2000. In this territory of 4,000 ha shaped by mountains, vineyards, vineyards, olive trees, olive trees, olive trees, truffle oaks, lavandins and market gardening, they produce a wide range of wines in three colors, often award-winning, from pleasure cuvees to exceptional bottles.

Discover a treasure classified as a historical heritage. In a polyculture farm around a 16th and 18th century country house, the Domaine de Violaine produces 100% organic wines on 5 ha. Some reds are natural, vinified and raised without inputs or sulphites. This green setting, steeped in history, is also a cottage and a privatized place for events.

Consistent quality. In this family estate created in 2005 on the heights of Rognes, between the Trévaresse and Costes chains, independent winemakers Christian and Mireille Bastard work their vines in a traditional and environmentally friendly way. Vinification is done in a modern cellar, in stainless steel tanks or oak barrels depending on the vintage. Fine and elegant rosés, lively and aromatic whites, powerful and silky reds: sure values that express their land.

Situé à Lourmarin, le vignoble de Château Fontvert, exploité par une seule et même famille huguenote depuis plus de trois siècles, a su conserver les exigences et le goût du travail soigné de sa famille fondatrice. Orienté vers la production d’une vendange saine et de qualité, dans une optique de préservation de l’environnement, le domaine travaille la totalité du vignoble en agriculture biologique et biodynamie. Couvrant une vingtaine d'hectares ; syrah, grenache, mourvèdre, vermentino et grenache blanc s’y expriment pleinement pour donner naissance à des vins d’exception !

The ambiance. Summer and winter, for an afterwork or an evening with friends, it is good to meet up in this cozy bar that looks like an Irish pub. The beer cellar has no less than 120 bottles and 15 others on tap, as well as wines, spirits, cocktails and soft drinks, with optional gourmet platters to share. Concerts, karaoke, blind tests and other festive evenings punctuate the week. For all gay lads aged 0 to 90!

Discover the fascinating world of optical art. This architectural center, which combines architecture and art in a structure made up of hexagonal cells, was designed and built in the 1970s by the visual artist Victor Vasarely. He, a visionary and steeped in humanist values, saw this futuristic project as a museum but also an artistic center, an exchange laboratory and an educational place. An exciting and cheerful visit for aesthetes of all ages, with the added bonus of a rich program: temporary exhibitions, conferences, shows, concerts, workshops...

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Do good for your body and mind. Between massages, energy treatments, beauty rituals, beauty rituals, aquasport sessions, aquasport sessions, steam rooms, saunas, jacuzzi or detox treatments, the offer of Thermes Sextius adapts to all desires. A studio dedicated to fitness allows you to work on muscle building gently. Everything takes place in a cocoon of serenity and an exceptional setting, since this mythical establishment in old Aix is built on the remains of Roman baths.

Chouchouter ses mains et ses pieds. Les soins des mains commencent par un rituel manucure, puis se prolongent par une pose de vernis classique ou semi-permanent. Ces derniers sont sélectionnés dans les belles palettes de O.P.I, chouchou des modeuses, 1944 PARIS, marque française éco-responsable, ou Manucurist, green et vegan. Pour les pieds, les produits professionnels de la marque allemande GEWHOL réparent les zones sèches ou abîmées et lissent les petites imperfections. Des ongles parfaits et du temps pour soi !

Combining style and ethics. NATIVES is a multi-brand store far removed from fast fashion. The selection, as sharp as it is eclectic, is the work of Jeanne, passionate about new trends and eager to participate actively in the ecological transition in fashion. After a first store opened in 2021, a little sister was born just across the street for shoes and leather goods.

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The poetic beauty of genuine designer jewelry. Andreline, founder of Saoya, started in 1991 with unique pieces made from natural roses. Immediate success! Since then, numerous other inspirations, from nature and cultures around the world, have enriched the creations that Andreline is now developing with her daughter Emma. Each collection is represented by necklaces, bracelets, earrings, earrings, brooches, rings and pendants,
and comes in several colors.

Celebrating the museum's 10th anniversary! Near the center of Aix, this space of flavors and knowledge overlooks the manufacturing workshops of the Roy René Confiserie. For its anniversary, the Calisson Museum is offering brand new digital tools in order to offer visitors a renewed immersive experience. It's the whole story of the almond from Provence and the famous candy that comes back to life in the superb building, labeled Mediterranean Sustainable Building and located in the heart of an almond garden managed in an agroecological way. A fun, gourmet and responsible place, as pleasant as ever to roam around with the family.

Recharge your batteries in an exceptional institute. On the shores of Rènecros Bay, the wellness center of the 5* Thalazur Bandol-Île Rousse hotel offers the best of thalassotherapy, in the immediate vicinity of the sea, and the spa with a complete range of face and body treatments. These are made with Origine products, a Provençal brand based in Gémenos, and Carita, a prestigious French beauty brand with an international reputation. A break to (yourself) for a few hours or during a 100% relaxing stay on site.

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Feel the Aix vibrations in this institution on the Cours Mirabeau.

As for the brasserie, the aptly named Mirabeau offers homemade cuisine based on fresh and seasonal products, mostly sourced from short circuits. The warm atmosphere invites you to take a gourmet break at any time of the day.

As for the spa, it is difficult to choose between a steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, jacuzzi, relaxation area, massage or treatments carried out with the French cosmetics brand NUXE, recognized for the quality of its products and the expertise of its protocols. What if we took everything?

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Combining contemporary art with the charm of an 18th century mansion^E century and inspired cuisine in the heart of the Mazarin district. The six exhibition rooms and the 500 m² garden host three exhibitions per year, highlighting artists who question the current world. For foodies, the pop-up restaurant Galliwet Kitchen invites a chef in residence every summer. A perfect stop to combine culture and flavors in an enchanting setting.

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Top quality face, body and hair treatments! L'Occitane recipes, rooted in the Mediterranean lifestyle, are developed according to the principles of phytotherapy and aromatherapy. Immortal, almond, cedar, lavender, verbena...: more than 45 years after its creation, the small local company that has become an international adventure continues to make its honey from the most beautiful southern plants. It is here in its original cradle: it was in Provence that Olivier Baussan, the founder, started distilling essential oils in 1976. One of the two factories is located in Manosque, just 40 minutes from the Aix store.

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