La Table de la Bastide

La Table de La Bastide in Gordes is a gastronomic restaurant offering an immersion in the Provençal art of living through modern Mediterranean cuisine that celebrates the region by sourcing seasonally and using the finest local products from Provence. The kitchen emphasises sun-ripened vegetables, wild herbs, Mediterranean fish and flavorful meats, and several preparations are finished or assembled tableside. Seasonal moments include an October Candlelight Dinner series with a tasting menu and live piano, while a signature Sunday brunch extends the dining experience. Desserts are prepared à la minute and the pastry selection ranges from sharable creations to frozen classics such as the Tiramisu glacé. The restaurant is Selected by the Michelin Guide. A terrace presents an outstanding view of the Luberon; the interior is fitted with velvet armchairs, is candlelit and dimly lit, and has a feel between a family home and a confidential lounge, with both indoor and outdoor spaces inviting guests to linger. The cuisine relies on refined gastronomic technique with preparations such as flame-searing, table-side finishing and classic methods adapted to highlight regional flavours, balancing seafood, meats and vegetable-driven dishes with an emphasis on provenance. Pierre Marty is chef. Specialties include Dorade royale marinated with mint, yogurt and caviar; Organic egg with truffled asparagus; Beef tartare seasoned at the table with crispy matchstick fries; Flame-seared bluefin tuna with a pissaladière vinaigrette; Agneau Crau Alpilles with peas and smoked pine-needle seasoning; Baba infused with lemon and mint; and Frozen tiramisu (Tiramisu glacé).