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

Dans un cadre paisible et vintage au centre-ville d’Aix vous dégusterez une cuisine gastronomique saine et inventive qui ravira les palais les plus exigeants (et gourmands) ! Grande et belle terrasse. Produits frais du jour, de saison, issus de producteurs régionaux, pour des compositions succulentes : le meilleur de la terre et de la mer, plats végétariens... C’est la concrétisation d’un projet né de la rencontre entre deux passionnés de gastronomie désormais inséparables : Christophe Bonanno, chef passé par le Crillon, Astrance, et Mathieu Jégo, brillant manager et amateur de vin.

The gourmet break. A simple and warm atmosphere for this coffee shop whose name, Vanim, is Anthony's surname in Chinese. The latter, as good at cooking as in drinks, offers specialty coffees whose origins change regularly, served as an espresso or latte (vegetable milk option), as well as non-caffeinated drinks (matcha, chai, tea, infusions...). Home-made pastries (cookies, cinnamon rolls, brownies...) and savory offerings (sando-type sandwiches, quiches, fine pies...) come in handy. Accessible sockets and free wifi allow you to work with complete peace of mind.

Un spectacle visuel au cœur de Ventabren : espace moderne et épuré, plafond en panneaux d’inox miroir, préau vitré et vue magistrale ; allié à une proposition gustative de qualité, légère et créative : médaillons de homard bleu au vinaigre de citron de kalamansi ; mousse de guanaja glacée. C'est l'aboutissement d'une collaboration entre l'architecte Olivier Fremont et le talentueux chef Dan Bessoudo (1* au Michelin), qui a fait ses gammes auprès des plus grands, de la Suisse à Paris, Moscou ou Stockholm (dont quatre ans à l’Ôperakallaren, qui ont marqué son sens de l’esthétisme et du goût).

Le chef Christophe Pulizzi vous compose au gré de son imagination une cuisine conviviale de saison aux saveurs méditerranéennes, avec des produits de qualité. Dans une ambiance décontractée, sur la terrasse ou dans la salle de réception, profitez d'une pause dégustative d'exception : suprême de volaille, aile de raie pochée, quasi de veau, plateau de fromages, explosion framboise - pistache, soupe de melon comme un calisson... et bien d'autres goûteuses compositions. Le chef et sa brigade proposent également, avec votre collaboration, des menus uniques pour vos réceptions et séminaires. Option traiteur.

Le cadre splendide entre nature et culture : le Moulin d’Arquier est situé en bordure de l’Arc, au pied de l’aqueduc de Roquefavour érigé dans les années 1840. La bâtisse, qui date de la même époque, a été rénovée dans un parfait équilibre entre vieilles pierres et lignes modernes. Le chef y cuisine des produits frais, souvent locaux, dans des recettes de bistrot joliment modernisées : sole meunière, soupe de poisson provençale, risotto, tartare de bœuf à l'italienne, burger…

Au Mas des Vignes, près de la commune de Coudoux, Jacques, Brigitte et Amandine vous accueillent dans une ambiance familiale, au sein d'un cadre élégant et chaleureux. Dégustez une succulente et généreuse cuisine provençale à base de produits frais de saison, sélectionnés avec soin sur les marchés locaux : souris d'agneau confite, pieds et paquets, fromages de la fromagerie Castellano..., accompagnée de vins de Côte de Provence. La carte évolue au gré des saisons. Cheminée en intérieur et terrasse en extérieur avec vue sur jardin arboré.

L'établissement vous propose une délicieuse cuisine japonaise traditionnelle et familiale, préparée par d'authentiques chefs japonais. Laissez-vous tenter par la dégustation de grands classiques : tels que les sushis, tempura, yakitori, okonomiyaki, domburi ou ramen, ainsi que des desserts originaux faits maison. Un régal pour les amateurs de cuisine japonaise et les novices, qui pourront se faire guider dans leurs commandes par le personnel, professionnel et à l'écoute. Une évasion gustative en plein cœur d’Aix-en-Provence ! Le restaurant propose également des plats à emporter.

A gourmet break in old Aix. Sébastien, a chef trained at the Vatel school and at Ferrandi Paris, and Maryline, an experienced room manager, opened La Tomate Verte after a 10-year stay in New Zealand. Their credo: simple, fresh and creative cuisine, very focused on the Mediterranean, which evolves with the seasons and with the inspirations. The short menu changes every week, the cooking is controlled, the vegetables and side dishes are well cared for. A modern bistro just the way we like them!

The shared kitchen. A street close to Cours Sextius, a discreet door and, behind it, surprise! A friendly restaurant where you feel good, close to the historic center but away from the urban hustle and bustle. At the table, it is an invitation to find the recipes of southern grandmothers (terrines, anchovies, grilled meats, osso bucco, stuffed veal breast, ratatouille, savory pies...), not to mention the little modern twist for a change (ceviche, fish gravlax, wok...), not to mention the little modern twist for a change (ceviche, fish gravlax, wok...). Fresh products, a relaxed atmosphere and low prices: remember to book for the weekend.

C'est l'alliance d'un duo de passionnés : le jeune chef William, qui nous élabore en cuisine des plats exquis, composés de produits frais rares et "goutus", et Eric, dénicheur de grisants vins authentiques. Au menu notamment des poissons sauvages, des viandes de race issues de producteurs locaux, accompagnés de légumes du marché. Ces deux-là nous partagent le fruit de leur créativité du moment pour le plus grand plaisir de nos palais, au sein d'un cadre contemporain et intime, dans le poétique quartier nord-est du vieil Aix !

Atelier de fumage artisanal dans le Luberon, la Saumoneraie respecte la grande tradition du saumon fumé depuis 1998. Chaque saumon est traité individuellement, sélectionné frais, salé à sec au sel de Guérande  « nature & progrès », et délicatement fumé à froid au bois de hêtre, sans additif ni conservateur. Le résultat est un grand saumon, au goût inimitable. L'établissement propose également une gamme de saumons fumés et marinés : pastis fenouil, bourbon poivre, vodka aneth ; ainsi qu'un éventail de produits d'épicerie fine de qualité : soupe de poisson de roche, brandade, caviar français, vins...

L’environnement Situé à l'entrée du pôle de commerces de bouche du Marché Aixois créé en 1985 entièrement repensé et rénové en 2020, Le Jardin des Sens offre désormais un écrin à la hauteur de son contenu.

Les produits Patrick Olives le patron expérimenté (plus de 30 ans de métier) de ce temple du goût n’a de cesse de chercher les meilleures provenances pour satisfaire une clientèle exigeante et épicurienne. Ses étals regorgent de pépites dans toutes les gammes de produit.

L’accueil En trois mots : disponibilité, amabilité et compétence. Et si vous ne trouvez pas une variété de fruit ou de légume pour réaliser votre recette, n’hésitez pas, demandez à Patrick : il fera tout pour vous satisfaire.

The (slightly) sweet taste of Japan. Mathilde and Joris, buoyed by the success of L'Atelier du Mochi, have opened a second store close to the first. Maison Mooks is both a tea room where Japanese drinks take center stage, and an artisanal pastry of Japanese sweets like “street food”: mookies (between mochis and cookies), dorayakis (pancakes with azuki bean paste), plain or fragrant airy cheesecake... Everything is handmade in the workshop located just below the shop. Mathilde was trained for several months, in Japan, by a sensei master!

The taste of sweet Provence. In 1920, Ernest Guillet created La Nougaterie du Roy René in Aix, a small confectionery workshop in the purest local tradition. Since then, La Confiserie du Roy René, which is the heir to it, has perpetuated the know-how of calissons d'Aix, nougats de Provence, fruit jellies and a multitude of other delicacies. The ancient spa town now has three shops. As for sweets, they are more rooted than ever in the regional territory.

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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.

Popcorns in the spirit of bakery and pastry. Claire's great-great-grandfather, co-founder of Madame Popcorn, invented the professional popcorn machine in Chicago... in 1885! This brilliant tinkerer, named Charles Cretors, passed on to his descendants a stubborn passion for handmade popcorn. Mushroom corn kernels, which burst into round and crunchy clouds, are produced daily in a small on-site workshop and filled with caramel, dried fruits, spices, spices, cheese and other raw ingredients. It's fresh, it's beautiful and it smells good, a thousand miles from the serial sweets in the industry.

The good taste of craftsmanship. In this village bakery and pastry shop, everything is homemade, even the pretzels! At its head, Sarah Bayart returned to the bakery business in the early 2000s, after a career in international trade. His passion for yeast dough and good eating can be felt everywhere: breads made during long fermentation to promote aromas and digestibility, but also pure butter pastries, cakes, sandwiches and other salty or sweet delights.

Artisanal and healthy pralines. Remembering the darlings of the beaches of yesteryear that Arnaud and Céline created Monsieur Praline. Their multiple creations combine gluttony and health: significantly reduced sugar levels (only 33% of unrefined brown cane sugar) and various nuts, all without additives. After Cassis and Aix-en-Provence, it's time for Saint-Rémy, the city of Nostradamus, who we forget was one of the first authors to write about confectionery!

The concept of farmers' cooperative for direct sale. This one, which enters its 10^E year, now brings together 100 member producers who offer the best of their farms in sustainable and organic agriculture. Organic peasant breads, seasonal fruits and vegetables, local meats, meats, local meats, fish, fish, dairy products and cheeses, sweet and savory groceries, wines, beers and many other products are delivered daily to the store: a guarantee of freshness and an opportunity to meet producers on site.

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Fall in love with original chocolates, pastry calissons and other Provençal sweets. La Manufacture du Roy René is the new adventure of the Confiserie du Roy René located just opposite, at No. 11 of the same street, in the heart of old Aix. Here we find the multiple commitments of the house: quality of raw materials, the central place of local agricultural sectors, protection of biodiversity and artisanal manufacturing in Provence. As always, the taste is there!

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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.

The quality of wines and practices of an organic estate since 1996. This human-sized property has 36 ha of vines. No less than 12 typical southern grape varieties are grown there, including rarities such as Counoise. The wines, produced in all three colors in blends or as a single varietal, are aged in stainless steel tanks, barrels, amphorae or concrete eggs, sometimes without added sulphites. A lot of personality and typicity for the whole range!

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.

Carine et Roland Coupat ont construit leur propre moulin à huile d'olive éco-responsable à Cadenet. Équipé des dernières technologies oléicoles modernes, il a pour vocation de promouvoir la qualité des huiles et des terroirs oléicoles du Luberon. L'exploitation est certifiée en agriculture biologique. L’influence du terroir, la variété et la maturité des olives ainsi que la méthode d’extraction placent l'huile emblématique du moulin dans la palette gustative de type “fruité vert” ou goût intense. Découvrez également toute une palette d'huiles aux arômes variés !

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 !

Ce petit domaine authentique, construit autour d’un ancien ermitage, est bichonné par Christian Valensisi, ardent défenseur du travail à l'ancienne. Ses vins frais et vifs sont en vente au domaine ou chez le primeur du village.

The spirit of Les Baux. This domain in the Alpilles, which extends over 300 hectares, including 58 hectares of vineyards and 28 of olive trees, has been run by the same family for four generations. Caroline Missoffe and Anne Poniatowski, great-granddaughters of the founder, produce organic wines of excellence in all three colors, especially great reds. The vines, regularly swept by the Mistral, benefit from a microclimate and a soil favorable to agronomic and aromatic balances. The estate was mentioned by Nostradamus, painted by Van Gogh and mentioned by Simone de Beauvoir!

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 domaine est né dans un lieu mythique, chargé d’histoires et de légendes provençales. Sur le plateau du Cengle, en contrefort de la montagne Sainte-Victoire, ce site exceptionnel et préservé, classé « grand site européen » et territoire « natura 2000 », s'avère être un terroir parfait pour la production de vins atypiques d’assemblage ou de cépage, dotés d'une grande finesse. Le domaine, privilégiant le respect du sol et de l'environnement, travaille son vignoble suivant les principes de l'agriculture biologique. L'équipe produit également des huiles d'olives et huiles essentielles de grande qualité.

Flavors and knowledge. This Luberon estate, located on a land that is particularly conducive to the production of great wines, has been passed on from generation to generation since... 1860! Its particularity: it houses one of the most beautiful museums dedicated to the arts and crafts of wine, exhibiting 3,000 pieces on an area of 1,300 m²². Between everyday objects and exceptional ancient tools, this one allows you to explore the entire wine-growing process from vine to glass, ending with a tasting.

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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Besoin d’une parenthèse de détente ? Ce salon dédié au bien-être est spécialisé dans le massage thaï traditionnel. Très ancien et fondé sur les lignes d’énergie du corps, celui-ci favorise notamment élimination du stress, revitalisation de l’organisme et amélioration de la digestion. L’équipe diplômée propose aussi des massages aux huiles bio, de la réflexologie crânienne et plantaire, et même un soin pour les femmes enceintes. Tarifs : de 50 € pour 30 min (duo 80 €) à 105 € pour 90 min (duo 185 €).

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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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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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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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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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.

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.

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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