Designed by the Japanese architect as a centre-piece for the extraordinary modern art installations of Chateau Lacoste, this is a must visit. Impeccable service and delightful cuisine in a light, airy space. Call for a reservation +33 42 61 89 98. or book on-line on The Fork

A creative '2 star 'French chef, brings his creativity revisiting the classic brasserie fare. New menus every season. Open for lunch and dinner 7/7 from April to October. Closed Sunday and Monday evenings in the winter. Call for a reservation +33448722222 or book by email

Tiny but one of the best places to dine in the Luberon. La Closerie presents memorable creative interpretations of the bounty of Provence. . Etoilé (* Michelin) and deserves the honour given the quality of the cuisine and the service. Panoramic views from the small terrace (4 tables) or from the large bay windows. Call for a reservation +33490099054 or book on line with The Fork

Gastronomic cuisine at exceptional value. Restaurant Croizard has a well deserved Michelin star and worth a detour. A very enjoyable overall experience. The style of cooking is light and creative with lots of flavour combinations. Service was attentive but not overbearing and special praise for the wines; Madame Croizard's recommendations married perfectly with her husband’s cuisine. There is seating in a lovely interior garden when the weather is fine. Reservations are a must.+33466670499 or book on-line

Perched high on the Plateau d’Albion in the Monts du Vaucluse, Le Bistrot de Lagarde is tiny with an exceptional menu in a pleasant rustic cadre. A winding road up to its high elevation at (1100 mètres, it is worth the drive and can be a pleasant change of temperature in the heat of the Luberon summer. Etoilé and excellent value. Open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner in July and August. In spring and autumn lunch only other than Friday and Saturday. Call for a reservation +33490745723

Celebrity Chef Francis Mallmann's restaurant in Chateau La Coste features open fire Patagonia style barbecuing in a rustic yet elegantly styled interior setting. An exceptional menu of fish, poultry and meat all cooked in a series of different ovens and open fires. The Argentinian breads are to die for. Good wine list including the wines of Chateau Lacoste). Call for a reservation. +33442619293 or book on-line on The Fork

One of two restaurants in a palatial estate turned luxury hotel with an on-site winery, La Cuisine d’Amélie is open daily on the southern terraces of the chateau. inventive cuisine reimagines iconic regional recipes. The cadre, near the medieval village of Lauris is is beautiful and tranquil and the entire experience makes it a worthy destination for a day-trip. • Open every day from 12.30pm to 2.30pm and from 7.30pm to 9.30pm Call for a reservation +33413980000 or book a table on-line.

A must see destination for a very pleasant meal in a hotel/restaurant renowned for a highly original design using coloured screens and beautiful mosaics. The vision of Jorge Pardo transformed the grand historic townhouse in the centre of historic Arles into a modern work of art.

Dine in the open central courtyard or in the surrounding lounges or have a cocktail at the bar. The ambiance is chic with a mix of old and new and the Mediterranean cuisine features seasonal products. The service is excellent and the prices are reasonable. Call for a reservations +33465882020 or book on-line on the Fork

One of the best addresses to experience traditional Provencal fare, Le Bistros du Paradou has traditional decor, a large terrace and a buzzy atmosphere. The menu changes daily and is dedicated to the classics of the region: aioli, gigot d’agneau etc. All prepared and served to perfection. The portions are generous. The cheese plate is not to be missed for its selection and the pleasure of helping yourself to to what it has to offer. Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Call for reservations +33490543270

A chic bistro restaurant with a beautiful terrace which leads directly to the beautiful hotel gardens. The Mediterranean menu of Le Pigonnet follows the seasons featuring local producers Call for a reservation +33242590290 or book on-line

An iconic restaurant, reputed to be serving the best bouillabaisse in Marseille. An institution since 1946 and not to be missed. The bouillabaisse serving is very generous; multiple bowls of fish broth followed by 5 different fish or more with all the accompagniments. A good selection of wines.+33491526422

Excellent fish restaurant overlooking the sea with a lovely terrace right abovethe beach. Friendly service. Good wines. What could be better on a summer day? Call for a reservation +33484885177

Set in the luxury hotel, Domaine de Manvillel, Aupiho has earned a Michelin start for its gastronomy which pays tribute to the local produce and cuisine of Provence. The youthful Belgian chef, Lieven Van Aken, takes inspiration from an on-premise vegetable garden and brings a nuance of his flemish background to his creations. A menu of meticulously prepared dishes which reinvent bringing modernity to the classics: vegetarian bouillabaisse, tartare of seaweed and Mediterranean langoustines. Whether indoors by the fireplace or on the terrasse under century-old plane trees the setting does not disappoint. Call for reservations +33490544020 or book a table on-line

Since 1922 La Mere Germaine has been an excellent address for a special culinary experience in Chateauneuf-de-Pape. With a chef etoilé, (Adrien Soro) in the kitchen, a world class sommelier and a super view from the terrace, savour the signature wines and a menu which brings a creative touch to the classics of the southern Rhone. Call for a reservations +33490227834 or book on-line at the fork

The annexed Comptoir de la Mere Germaine offers a simpler more traditional cuisine which is also excellent with friendly service in a modern decor.

In the quartier de Petite Place, the newly renovated Le Chateau Olive et Raisin is a good choice which is reviewed very positively. The menu features a refined cuisine made with local and seasonal products served on a terrace with a beautiful view. Call to reserve: +33490203154