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Reviews of Spain’s restaurants.
Porrera, Priorat: December 2022
The craggy landscapes of Priorat in Spain hold a distinct allure. The steep slopes, intricate vines, and rugged, rocky soils yield not just quantity but exceptional quality, justifying the price tag that might seem steep at first glance. Among the pioneers of this vibrant region are …
Barcelona: September 2022
At Dos Pebrots, historical gastronomy and avant-garde philosophy collide in an experience inspired by the Mediterranean’s rich food legacy. Albert Raurich, a former disciple of Ferran Adrià at elBulli, weaves a tale of traditional cooking methods, forgotten recipes, and innovative fusion. Undoubtedly, the result is one of …
Laguardia, Rioja: September 2021
Artadi has symbolized quality for some time under the astute stewardship of owner Juan Carlos López de Lacalle. His remarkable journey began with transforming a cooperative operation into a well-respected private winery, firmly placing Artadi on the world wine map.
Continuing our trip after visiting López …
Haro, Rioja: September 2021
Few winemakers in Spain evoke as much authenticity and respect for tradition as Viña Tondonia – López de Heredia. We were granted a chance to tour the winery and discover their oenological philosophy from up close. A fascinating part of the process relies on the cooperage …
Penedès: Autumn 2022
Enric Soler, sommelier turned winemaker, has become a vanguard of the Penedès wine scene. His commitment to the preservation and enhancement of the native Xarel·lo grape, his pioneering embrace of biodynamics, and his unflinching commitment to quality, have marked him out as a visionary in a region …
Sant Feliu de Guíxols: Autumn 2022
Situated on the scenic coastline of Catalonia, in the province of Girona, lies an enigmatic gastronomic marvel known as Villa Más. Not long ago, this establishment was a well-kept secret, a haven for admirers of Burgundy on the Costa Brava. Today, it probably is …
Madrid: January 2023
Sacha Hormaechea is the owner and chef of Sacha, a historic restaurant in Madrid that opened in 1972 and bears his own name. Sacha is a place where tradition and innovation coexist, delighting the palates of bons vivants, but also where the walls are privy to …
Campaspero, Spain: July 2022 and December 2022
Lamb has made Mannix a place of pilgrimage for many despite its relatively remote location. With time, the restaurant has developed from its humble origins, adding exciting starters and desserts to the menu and a great wine list focused on Ribera del Duero. …
Polvorones are beloved traditional Spanish Christmas sweets that are known for their delicate and crumbly texture, which is achieved through a high fat content and the use of toasted flour. These sweets typically contain almonds, flour, lard, sugar, and cinnamon, and the best producers are established in Estepa (Andalucía) and …
Errentería: Septiembre 2021 – Tratando de descifrar Mugaritz
Mugaritz es un restaurante singular, una anomalía en el sistema o un glitch en la Matriz que parece difícil de repetir en otro lugar. En una época dominada por tautologías como ‘Brexit es Brexit’ o ‘la comida es la comida’…