Trets, a small Provencal village, enjoys a prestigious natural setting between Sainte-Baume and Sainte-Victoire, crowned by its proximity to the Mediterranean Sea and the city of Marseille. So it's not uncommon to find a restaurant to match its superb surroundings. Le Safran, set on a small square at the entrance to the village, with its shady terrace, is just what visiting gourmets are looking for, as its cuisine has already won over the local clientele! Experienced chef Cédric Catalano has been at the helm of the kitchen for 35 years, working with passion and creativity on fish from the Marseilles or Martigues fish markets, vegetables from the market garden and saffron, an exceptional spice produced on the outskirts of the village. The slate features daily specials and fish dishes: whole sea bream, codfish back gratin with aïoli, sardine tempura with a side of fresh vegetables, just a few examples from an elegant, short menu that changes with the seasons. Beautifully presented plates to be enjoyed with a sunny Côte-de-Provence. Reservations recommended!
