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Cuisine d' Instinct et d' Instantwith Marie-Claude, chef of Le Delim's restaurant

Stopover at Delim’s

Le Delim’s restaurant in Sainte-Anne is a must for lovers of inventive, crossbred cuisine. This is where I decided to have lunch today! Sainte-Anne, a charming commune in the south of Martinique, is renowned for its white sandy beaches lined with coconut palms, its crystal-clear waters and its vacation atmosphere. The village is home to Le Delim’s, a restaurant well worth a visit. The restaurant has an excellent reputation in Martinique and beyond… Tourists and locals alike are loyal customers, always curious to discover Marie-Claude’s new creations.

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Marie-Claude & Marie-Laure

Restaurant Le Delim's

A Caribbean restaurant

The chef here is Marie-Claude, a woman bursting with talent andimagination. She cut her teeth in Martinique for over 15 years before embarking on the Delim’s adventure in 2016. With her sister Marie-Laure, they have created this sober, luminous restaurant with a pretty decor.

Marie-Claude is an exceptional chef with a passion for mixed Caribbean cuisine. Her menu is a skilful blend of diverse influences, where each plate tells a story of unique flavors, colors and fragrances. What sets Marie-Claude apart is her ability to create dishes at a moment’s notice, based on the produce she finds on the market.

A cuisine of ” instinct and the moment

For Marie-Claude, cooking is above all an instinctive adventure. She doesn’t follow rigid recipes, preferring to let her imagination and inspiration guide her creations. She plays with textures, colors and aromas to create delicious, visually appetizing dishes. She likes to use chilli, ginger and turmeric, as well as Caribbean spice blends that awaken the taste buds.

Marie-Claude chef at Delim's

– Marie-Claude, tell us about your cooking, your inspiration and the way you work.

“I like to go to the local market or to my producers. I carefully select the freshest and most promising ingredients. Each product is chosen for its potential to inspire my dishes. For vegetables, fruit and herbs, I pick them up at the market. I’m particularly fond of root vegetables, tropical fruits, spices and herbs, which add THE unique touch to my dishes.

For fish, I work with a fisherman from Sainte-Anne for tuna, marlin and sea bream, and with M.Racine, an aquaculturist from Le Vauclin, for Caribbean bass, one of my specialties. I also source shellfish and seafood(catfish, clams, lambi) from Le Robert.

When I’ve got all my products, I let my imagination run wild, trying things out, tasting them, modifying them… until I find the perfect match! At home, there’s no risk of a bland dish. I love smelling spices and perfumes, and I trust my palate first. As I’m not much of a dessert person, I trust my pastry chef for the sweet part…”.

Marie-Claude’s creations are much more than dishes: they are culinary experiences. Each meal is an invitation to travel, to discover the gastronomic riches of the Caribbean.

Impeccable service

– And Marie-Laure, what’s her role?

My sister is in charge of the dining room. I do the cooking, she does the serving. And it works really well that way!

Marie-Laure’s perfect knowledge of the menu enables her to guide customers in their choices, providing detailed descriptions of each dish. Whether you’re undecided or curious, her recommendations are always valuable and relevant. She can also suggest the ideal wine to accompany your meal.

Creator of Martinique-scentedcocktails

Inspired by the aromatic riches of Martinique, Marie-Laure creates delicious cocktails. Her creations blend Martinique A.O.C. rums, tropical fruits and spices for your aperitifs , accompanied by a plate of Creole tapas.

   I always have a good time at Delim’s, the duo is well established, Marie-Laure has a great sense of welcome, always smiling, very professional in her service and I love discovering Marie-Claude’s new dishes. Not to mention her super cocktails… I can’t get enough of them!

Take my advice: you can go there with your eyes closed!

   What you need to know

I’ll give you the scoop: meal boxes are back (in addition to the special end-of-year boxes we love). For a dinner at home without worrying about the preparations, it’s the best! Delim’s also offers outdoor catering services, so if you’re planning an event, don’t forget: your guests are sure to be delighted! One more thing Delim’s offers a pizza corner for takeaway only in the evening.

Local, homemade cuisine made with love!

Philosophy of Marie-Claude and Marie-Laure of Delim’s

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