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Amu: Chef Marjanne's Surprise Menus & Wine Bar in Turnhout – Michelin Recommended

The Dining Experience at Amu

At Amu in Turnhout, the menu is never fixed. Chef Marjanne builds each surprise menu—5, 6, or 10 courses—around the best seasonal ingredients, changing the entire offering every two months. This commitment to spontaneity and precision has earned the restaurant a Michelin Recommended award, a nod to its refined French and modern cuisine. Guests surrender to the chef’s creativity, discovering dishes that evolve from first bite to dessert. The kitchen accommodates dietary preferences, including vegetarian, when noted at booking.

A Seasonal Surprise

Without a printed carte, the experience hinges on the day’s market and Chef Marjanne’s inspiration. Recent compositions include smoked eel with radish and pumpernickel, pickled artichoke with walnut mustard and Parmesan, and lamb roulade with cannellini beans and wild garlic. Desserts such as almond-basil panna cotta with strawberry salsa or dark chocolate mousse with raspberry and macaron round out the meal. The menu refreshes every two months, ensuring each visit is distinct.

Bar Amu

Adjacent to the restaurant, Bar Amu offers a relaxed yet elegant setting with two bars and comfortable seating. The wine list is carefully curated, available by the glass or bottle, alongside refined aperitifs and bar food meant for sharing. Dishes like coppa de boeuf with dried ricotta and truffle, or crispy potato chips, complement the drinks. The bar welcomes walk-ins, making it ideal for an impromptu evening or a pre-dinner drink.