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

Enjoy a gourmet moment away from the urban hustle and bustle, in an enchanting place located in the heart of the historic center. L'Orangerie is the restaurant at the Aquabella Hotel & Spa with which it shares a remarkable setting, between the remains of the medieval walls and a Mediterranean garden that invites you to relax. In this bubble of tranquility, chef Jean-Christophe Ugo offers bistronomic cuisine with southern inspirations, essentially made with local and seasonal products.

L'établissement vous propose une cuisine française à base de produits locaux, raffinée et délicieuse. Découvrez les savoureux plats du terroir (croustillant de gambas au basilic, cochon d'aveyron en basse température, crumble aux noisettes...) et spécialités méditerranéennes, accompagnés de vins de qualité, cocktails fruités ou bières. Le personnel vous accueille avec chaleur et professionnalisme, dans une ambiance conviviale et un cadre de qualité. Terrasse ombragée et excellent rapport qualité-prix.

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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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?

Ambiance magique aux tables situées en bordure de terrasse qui donnent l'impression de dîner en tête-à-tête avec la nature... Le chef Julien Le Goff (1* au Michelin), passionné de gastronomie française, vous offre une cuisine méditerranéenne raffinée et savoureuse. Alliant liberté de création et exigence technique, le chef et son équipe surprennent par des compositions de qualité, mettant en avant des produits du terroir : filet de boeuf maturé, homard bleu en fine tarte de corail, risotto « carnaroli » à la truffe noire... Terrasse avec vue imprenable sur la montagne Sainte-Victoire.

En référence à une ville de la province italienne de Messine, sur la côte nord-est de la Sicile, le Milazzo vous propose une escapade gourmande de qualité, à base de produits frais directement importés d'Italie ! Au menu : pizzas élaborées dans la pure tradition italienne avec une farine sept céréales, étalées à la main à la minute, carpaccio de bœuf au parmesan, gnocchi à la burrata, risotto du moment, braccioles siciliennes, parmigianne végétarienne, tiramisu... Le tout accompagné d'un choix de vins de qualité. Agréable terrasse et accueil sympathique. Excellent rapport qualité-prix.

Enjoy panuozzi! These sandwiches from Campania are prepared not in a classic baguette, but with pizza dough that Fabien matured for at least 48 hours to develop its aromas, digestibility as a bonus. It is cooked and stuffed with fillings that are as generous as they are tasty: mozzarella and other cheeses, cheeses, charcuteries, fresh vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, arugula... A little-known delight in Italian street food, to be served with antipastis, salads, charcuterie boards, transalpine drinks and desserts. Possibility to take away or have it delivered.

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Enjoy a good ice cream in the shade of the plane trees, on the main square of the charming village of La Roque.
Founded in 1982 in Miramas-le-Vieux, Maison Le Quillé has enjoyed a reputation of excellence for over forty years. Its know-how: authentic handmade ice creams, made daily with products selected for their taste quality (hazelnuts from Piedmont, pistachios from Sicily, pistachios from Sicily, vanilla from Madagascar...). “Full fruit” sorbets contain at least 40% fruit harvested at maturity, and even the toppings and decorations are homemade!

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Enjoy authentic pancakes in a dream setting. When Yann Solana, captain of the Le Quillé ice cream shops, embarks on a new adventure, he gives his all: cooks trained at a school of master crepe makers in Rennes, partnerships with local producers and artisans, creative and generous fillings, both for savory pancakes made with local buckwheat and for sweet wheat pancakes. The place is enchanting: an intimate bubble between old stones, the shade of the mulberry trees and a view of the lagoon countryside. Nice terrace sheltered from the wind.

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.

The authenticity of an institution founded in 1870 and now orchestrated by Margaux Touzet, who embodies the 5^E generation of the Béchard family. In this emblematic pastry shop in Aix-en-Provence, no trompe-l'oeil desserts, austere decorations or light pastries: calissons, chocolates, cakes, pastries and other sweets, presented in the attractive windows of a colorful candy box, have the flavor of the delicacies of yesteryear. Everything is made on site, on the famous Cours Mirabeau, by experienced pastry chefs and confectioners.

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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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Les friandises de la plus ancienne fabrique de calissons d’Aix. L’épicerie Brémond fut fondée en 1830 sur le cours Mirabeau, avant de déménager en 1986 rue d’Italie où la boutique dédiée au sucré se trouve toujours. La gamme de confiseries – calissons, nougats, fruits confits, croquants et autres délices du Midi – est aujourd’hui réunie sous la marque historique « Brémond Fils », qui chapeautait déjà les douceurs de l’institution à ses débuts. Une seconde boutique aixoise, rue Bédarrides, accueille un atelier de confection de biscuits et toute la gamme salée.

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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"Hat's" : "pain" en arménien, est un clin d'œil aux origines des fondateurs. Arrivée en finale régionale à l'émission "La meilleure boulangerie de France", l'enseigne est aujourd'hui à la tête de 10 boulangeries sur Marseille, Aix-en-Provence et Carnoux. Jean Baptiste Lhote, artisan boulanger et directeur d'exploitation, recrute des boulangers passionnés, partageant le même amour du produit, savoir-faire artisanal. Les vendeuses mettent leurs connaissances et leur passion du pain à disposition des clients, afin de leur faire découvrir au mieux la gamme de produits.

Organic and 100% French meats. Gérald Nasi, who took his first steps in the butcher business at the age of fourteen, opened this superb butcher shop in Jouques in 2015 where he works as a family. The choice of organic food was obvious for him, both for respect for animals, health and taste. The charcuteries are homemade, as is the catering range that follows the seasons. Dried, smoked, peppered or peppered duck breasts and fillets with Espelette pepper are perfect for a gourmet aperitif. The prices are identical to those of a conventional butcher shop, but organic!

The quality approach from A to Z. This house, created in 2013, has become an institution in the Aix bakery industry thanks to word of mouth. Natural sourdough breads, tasty, digestible and of excellent nutritional quality, are made with organic flours without additives or enhancers. The founders, Jeff Boivin and Thomas Teffri-Chambelland, are committed to maintaining solid local agriculture through a short supply chain: they have established, beforehand, a lasting and trusting relationship with their producers and suppliers.

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Géré par un horticulteur expérimenté, Ma Ferme est un concept atypique, proposant en un même lieu divers produits et activités : côté jardin, une immense jardinerie sous serre propose des végétaux comme les plantes à massif, plants potager et plantes aromatiques ; côté entretien pour entretenir et embellir votre jardin ; côté épicerie, des produits frais bio et d'épicerie de qualité ; côté primeur, fruits et légumes de saison venant directement des producteurs locaux ; et enfin côté ferme, œufs frais, poules pondeuses et plein d'autres surprises !

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!

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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Traditional wines and olive oils. On the sunny terraces and hillsides of southern Luberon, this vineyard was founded in 1998 by Louis-Michel Brémond, agricultural engineer and oenologist, within the family farm property. The vines, managed with respect for the natural environment and cultivated organically since 2008, produce wines of great finesse that fully express the land. On the oil side, 600 olive trees, mainly of the Aglandau variety, share with the vineyard the sweetness of this enchanting site.

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!

An immersion in the Provençal region in the heart of the village of Lambesc. In this 17th century post house^E century renovated into a wine cellar, the discovery of the estate's organic wines and olive oils, which has been managed for five generations by the Audibert family, takes place in a spirit of sharing and conviviality: free tasting all year round, visit the winery every day at 15:00 (15€), seafood tasting from the Étang de Thau, tasting of seafood from the Étang de Thau on Saturdays from September to May from 10 am, workshop pairing fine wines and exceptional chocolates from the Mathieu Thau chocolate factory Aborcia (€50), etc.
Mark your calendars!

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.

The sharp selections of an independent wine merchant. La Cave du Vigneron is a family business: in the early 2000s, the sommelier Stéphane Jaen, trained at the University of Wine in Suze-la-Rousse, took over the reins of the brand created by his father in 1978. It now has three addresses in and around Aix. Qualified wine merchants are there to serve as guides in the 2,000 references of wines, champagnes, spirits or beers offered in stores.

The typicity of Provençal wines. This 51 ha estate was created in 2001 by two families of winemakers on the outskirts of Rognes. Nearly twenty-five years later, Naïs wines have acquired a solid reputation. On these sandy-silty and clay-limestone lands, they are produced in all three colors with grape varieties typical of the region. The modernity of the cellar guarantees optimal vinification while respecting the grapes.

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.

The spirit and tradition of one of the oldest cooperatives in Provence. Located in the heart of Éguilles, it was founded in 1923 by Lucien Fauchier, a man of letters and land, accompanied by several dozen winemakers. Five generations of winemakers have succeeded one another in the vineyard, which now covers more than 230 ha. 35 cooperators take care of their viticultural practices and their wines, accustomed to receiving medals during competitions.

Les vignes entourées de bois qui s’étendent autour de la bastide, descendent les collines et arpentent les vallons : un paradis provençal qui s’ouvre cette année au public pour la première fois ! Emmanuelle Baude, ex-notaire passionnée de vin, a choisi le bio pour préserver au mieux cet environnement enchanteur. Plusieurs vestiges témoignent de la riche histoire du site, mais c’est le quai de vinification édifié dans les années 1960 qui a donné son nom au domaine : une tour audacieuse construite selon les proportions du nombre d’or.

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.

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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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.

Le meilleur des cosmétiques marocains. L’huile d’argan, le savon noir ou le ghassoul, c’est chez Argania ! La boutique distribue les produits bio de la marque Nectarome, élaborés près de Marrakech depuis 2007 par une coopérative de 90 femmes réunies autour d’un jardin botanique, et ceux d’Huilarome. Excellents conseils en boutique pour la peau ou les cheveux. N’hésitez pas à demander un soin visage.

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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Feeling like a chef. For more than fifty years, Morcrette has been Ali Baba's cave of tableware for all food lovers. The vast store space — no less than 200 m² — combines cookware and pastry utensils, cooking equipment, cooking equipment, logs, logs, carafes, jugs, coffee makers, teapots, robots and other small household appliances. In case of doubt, a competent team is there to provide advice. Customers say it: at Morcrette, when you look, you find!

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La boutique Cet écrin a été pensé comme la bastide de la grand-mère de Magali, qui l’a inspirée dans la création de ses parfums d’exception. Vivez une expérience olfactive inédite en composant votre bougie parfumée sur-mesure, en personnalisant votre savon ou en créant votre bouquet de fleurs séchées parfumées.‍

Les produits naturels Fabriqués artisanalement en Provence, Rose et Marius a reçu le Label des Artisans d’Art pour l’excellence de ses créations. L’eau de parfum au Vin Rosé est un grand classique. Cette fragrance est déclinée en diffuseur de parfum pour la maison sans alcool à base d’huile bio, en crème parfumée pour le corps, en savon solide ou en gel hydro alcoolique.

Go shopping and relax in the heart of Aix, in a beautiful open-air space that extends the Cours Mirabeau and the Rotonde. Each year, 15 million people visit this link between the historic center and the cultural district of the Grand Théâtre de Provence. Its assets? 50 brands that range from French designer stores to major international retailers, as well as dining spaces, art installations and seasonal leisure offers. As for the taste buds, there is something for everyone: brasseries with sunny and shaded terraces, fast food signs and a vegan concept.

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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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