La Gaia, the most award-winning restaurant at Ibiza Gran Hotel, has set out on an unprecedented journey of the Ibizan culinary landscape this year. The project, headed by Óscar Molina, who has garnered a Michelin star and two Repsol ‘Sol’ awards in recognition of his hard work, dedication and innate curiosity, ascends to new heights with new flavours in this completely redesigned restaurant.
The establishment thus begins a stage in which high-quality cuisine and the most impeccable service all come into play in a new space designed down to the last detail to host one of the most incredible gastronomic experiences on the island.
Fresh design and forward-looking menus at this Michelin-starred restaurant
The new interior design, carried out by the renowned Sandra Tarruella studio, features a series of arches that pay tribute to the Ibizan architecture and separate the spaces to increase the privacy of its diners. The neutral and natural hues envelop the guests, without taking the spotlight off the food, which is still the star at La Gaia. Molina says: «with this new structure we believe that we will achieve much more magical results and techniques. We have a prime beachfront location, a luxury wine cellar and an R&D department that provides us all with their wisdom».
Tasting menus or à la carte dining in Ibiza
The two menus offered by the chef every evening have been re-baptised Illa (connected to the flavours of the island) and Horitzó (which embodies its forward-looking approach), as a nod to the past, present and future, always with a clear link to Ibiza. What’s more, this season La Gaia offers an à la carte dining option, in a bid to appeal to even more tastes.
On this culinary adventure, Molina wants to pay homage to the people whose stories form part of the dishes. Producers, chefs and artisans are very present in every bite, on this particular ode to the island which this year reaches a whole new dimension. «A sensory and enveloping journey that appeals to the five senses and transcends the traditional concept of the dining experience», La Gaia points out.
From breakfast until the last drink of the evening
La Gaia is located in one of the island’s most luxurious hotels, the Ibiza Gran Hotel, a true paradise for all the senses. Óscar Molina is the restaurant’s executive chef, and he applies all his knowledge and philosophy to each one of his gastronomic spaces.
Fittingly named ‘The Grand Breakfast’, it is a breakfast fit for a king at the Ibiza Gran Hotel. With more than 350 references and live Spanish guitar music, starting a new day on the terrace is a delight for hotel guests and non-guests alike. The buffet features stations such as dietary foods, freshly sliced fruit, natural juices, chocolate fondue, pancakes and so much more. Guests can also enjoy hand carved 5J Iberian ham, a selection of cheese, smoked and cured meats, fresh oysters and champagne.
And if starting the day at Ibiza Gran Hotel is a pleasure, ending it there is an absolute explosion of flavours. This year, the establishment is also launching Musa, a new corner of the hotel where design, food and cocktails are naturally intertwined. Located in the hotel lobby, conceived as a space for cocktails that are almost an art form along with a selection of dishes by Óscar Molina designed for enjoying the relaxed luxury.
More information about Ibiza Gran Hotel
To find out more about La Gaia restaurant or any other aspect about Ibiza Gran Hotel, you can visit their website at www.ibizagranhotel.com or call +34 971 806 806.
