TUCK IN!

Spanish gourmets dominates at awards

By Alex Trelinski

It edged out Barcelona’s Disfrutar, Madrid's Diverxo, and Axtondo's Asador Etxeberri, with Disfru-

THREE Malaga province restaurants have been named amongst Europe’s best eateries.

According to the Opinionated About Dining (OAD) ranking, based on reviews submitted by some of the world’s most experienced diners, three of the best restaurants in Europe - all of which have Michelin stars - are found in Malaga; Kaleja, Bardal and Skina.

Kaleja, which sits in an exclusive part of the Jewish quarter in Malaga, has been highlighted for its modern interpreta- tar's second-place guaranteeing it the best restaurant in Europe award. Further down the list, Quique Dacosta in Denia came 20th and Mugaritz in San Sebastian was 31st.

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tions of Andalucian and Spanish dishes. Next up is Skina, located in Marbella, this restaurant was awarded its first Michelin star in 2009 and brings the essence of Japanese cuisine to the Costa del Sol. It also has a new menu every fortnight.

Finally, Bardal, located in the heart of Ronda, is a gastronomic experience led by chef Benito Gomez.

Spanish restaurants had a strong showing further down the list, including the first appearance of Valencia’s Restaurante Ricard Camarina at 96 and the return of chef Albert Adria’s Engima in Barcelona at number 82.

Perfection

Total perfection was achieved by chef Antoni Luis Arduiz who received the Icon Award for his lifetime of work at San Sebastian’s Mugaritz and Madrid’s Diverxo. Diverxo's in-house sommelier Miguel Angel Millan also took home the prize for Best Sommelier in the World.

GREEK EATS!

Estepona restaurant brings Greece to the Costa del Sol +34

Located at Estepona Port, El Greek by Parviz is the only traditional Greek restaurant from Gibraltar to Malaga and one of the best on the Costa del Sol.

It opened its doors in the sum mer of 2021 and has since de lighted customers from all over the world.

The restaurant aims for clients to discover Greek cuisine, which has existed for over 4,000 years.

Their carefully selected staff will explain the history of each dish, cooked by a great team of chefs brought directly from Greece.

The succulent menu is a mixture of traditional recipes and creative cuisine, made with exquisite products shipped from Greece as well as fresh local groceries.

With a capacity for 50 people, the restaurant and its large terrace is in a unique, quiet location with a wonderful sea view.

“Our only neighbours are the boats and the sea,” they say.

El Greek is a truly irresistible spot, combining exclusivity with affordable prices.

The delicious food is accompanied by traditional music, transporting clients to the Greek coast. And every week customers can enjoy a new special as well as live music.

El Greek by Parviz is not just any restaurant, but a gastronomic and vibrant experience.

In the words of its owner, ‘more than food, it's a way of life.’

Book a table in person at Estepona port, Av. Virgen del Puerto, 29680 Estepona, Málaga or call 951 177 860 / 626 33 83 43 and check the menu at www.thegreekbyparviz.es