RESTAURANTE ES VENTALL Michelin Plate IIO Es Ventall Ibiza is one of our favourite restaurants in Sant Antoni de Portmany (San Antonio): The restaurant has been open for over 35 years. Since 2005, when the younger José Miguel Bonet took over, the traditional dishes have been given a much more inventive twist. However, they still include many of the island’s favourites. These include rice dishes, such as paella, fideuá, arroz a banda, bullit de peix, and fish and seafood. Th

RESTAURANT SALVADÓ This traditional Ibicencan fish restaurant sits above the small cove of Pou des Lleó, near Sant Carles de Peralta in northern Ibiza, with wonderful views across the sea and Canal d’en Martí. Enjoy exquisite fresh fish and rice dishes complemented by a fine wine list, all while taking in stunning sea views of the picturesque cove. Any lunch or evening meal at restaurant Salvadó is quintessentially Ibicencan and worth the trip. You start with the usual Ibicen

LA JOSEFITA IBIZA La Josefita is a charming little restaurant located in the backstreets of Sant Antoni de Portmany (San Antonio), close to the famous West End, which is currently undergoing a significant transformation from its previous, wilder incarnation. This tapas restaurant, opened in August 2023, pays tribute to Grandma Pepita - Josefa Pepita. The Josefita offers a concise menu of reimagined, familiar tapas. We started with; Berenjena frita (deep-fried aubergine). Tost

SEGOVIA During our visit to Madrid, we stayed one night in Segovia (it is also an easy day trip from Madrid; it’s a short 25-minute ride by high-speed train, but it feels like a world away the minute you arrive). The mountain range seen from the train station is known as La Mujer Muerta (The Dead Woman). From the plains around Segovia, the peaks form the outline of a woman lying down. Her head, torso and feet are clearly visible. The effect is strongest at sunrise or sunset,

SEGOVIA - RESTAURANTE JOSÉ MARÍA Michelin Basic Guide If you are looking for a traditional Segovian food experience, Restaurante José María, just off the Plaza Mayor, is one of the city’s classic places to visit. Founded by José María Ruiz Benito in 1982, it has become one of Segovia’s best-known restaurants. Walk into the busy bar, and you will find it filled with a mix of locals, from those taking a break at the end of the day to families who wheel their baby prams into t

HOSTAL LA TORRE Hostal La Torre is one of our favourite places in Ibiza for watching the sunset. It sits on the rugged coastline at Cap Negret, about 3 km from the town of Sant Antoni de Portmany. Hostal La Torre features a charming courtyard garden at the rear, plus a delightful restaurant with a beautiful terrace offering panoramic views of the sea and Illa sa Conillera. Guests enjoying the garden area. The various terraces offer stunning panoramic views of the surrounding

KUMHARAS Kumharas was established in 1997 and has become a wonderfully laid-back sunset and music bar that is an institution in San Antonio Bay. Miguel Maymó created the concept behind Kumharas and still manages it today. His vision was intentionally distinct from the mass-tourism bars in San Antonio and San Antonio Bay. Photo Twitter (X) @LC300563 Kumharas features no vip areas, no organised coach parties, and a mix of locals, travellers, families, music, and a vibrant sun

MUSEO DEL JAMÓN A few Museo del Jamón tapas bars are scattered around Madrid, and this one at Carrera de San Jerónimo 6 has always been our favourite. They all offer an eclectic mix of traditional Spanish food, centred on ham, bread, beer & wine. This place is a great option for those trying to save money. At the time of our visit, a beer and a ham-and-cheese bocadillo could be had for around €1, which is unbeatable. If you have a bit more to spend, consider trying one of the

KBZÓN TXIKI During our 2025 trip, we discovered a spot we had not been to before: Bar Kbzón Txiki, a small hidden gem in the parte vieja (old town) that offers a delightful culinary experience. The atmosphere is inviting, and the decor is charming. The bar offers innovative dishes crafted from familiar ingredients. They appear to use the sous vide method in their excellent cooking, which enhances the flavours. We settled in and ordered a couple of glasses of txakoli, the refr

ES GERRET Es Gerret is one of San Antonio de Portmany’s new upscale restaurants, challenging the town’s typical image. It features a terrace and a spacious indoor seating area. We returned in 2026 for a main course of steak and some wine. We had vacío, a cut from the flank area, located between the ribs and hindquarters. It has a fairly coarse grain and a good layer of fat. It’s excellent grilled over charcoal and is often served medium-rare and sliced. And a chultón de friso