Thierry Karakachian, chef at the Âma Terra restaurant in Aix-en-Provence
Thierry Karakachian
Thierry Karakachian has been passionate about his cuisine since his early days in Paris, and has quickly established himself as an exceptional chef. Having honed his skills with some of the world's greatest chefs, he now creates a refined, modern cuisine that gives pride of place to local, seasonal produce. His approach is to magnify each ingredient, making it pure and simple, while evoking emotions with every bite.
‘For me, a dish must above all be an emotion. The team is essential: we work together to sublimate the products, always respecting the seasons’.
Through his establishments, he celebrates the richness of Mediterranean cuisine, which is constantly evolving but always rooted in the land.
A menu created by Thierry Karakachian
The menu is always well-balanced and innovative, changing with the seasons to showcase quality ingredients and perfect seasoning and precise cooking.
The cuisine served at the Âma Terra restaurant is firmly rooted in Provence. Drawing inspiration from the region’s landscapes and the Mediterranean, it showcases fresh ingredients which have been carefully selected from local producers. Each dish is a riot of colours, scents and flavours.
To the endless delight of discerning diners, the menu features sun-drenched fruit and vegetables, aromatic herbs and flowers from Provence, fish, organic lamb, farm-reared veal and regional cheeses, along with classic French pâtisseries and fruity desserts.