Balearic Islands Travel Guide | Renoir Spanish Guides If you’re dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, crystal-clear waters, picturesque villages and fascinating historic towns, the Balearic Islands should be high on your list. But Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera offer much more than beautiful beaches and lively resorts. Each island has its own distinctive character, with centuries of history, traditional villages, spectacular landscapes, and countless places to discover aw

BALEARIC ISLANDS FOOD GUIDE If you’re dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, crystal-clear waters and delicious local food, the Balearic Islands should be high on your list. Located off Spain’s eastern coast, this beautiful archipelago offers far more than spectacular scenery and vibrant nightlife. Each island has its own culinary traditions, from rustic local specialities to freshly caught seafood and excellent wines. Discover the authentic flavours of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and

We spent a few days in Alicante City in October to discover where to eat in Alicante - tapas, seafood & rice. Arriving late on Saturday night, we checked into our hotel and then headed to GASTROBAR DISTRIKT 41 Michelin Guide Calle de Navas, 41, 03001, Alicante +34 965 181 426 www.distrikt41.es Gastrobar Distrikt41 opened in October 2021 in Calle Navas, in the heart of Alicante, created by two Dutch chefs, Danny van Vliet and Joris Bruurs. The pair had met several years ear

FERA restaurant & BAR Michelin Guide Fera Restaurant & Bar opened in November 2017, in the heart of Palma’s old town. Its historic setting has links to the prestigious Círculo Mallorquín, once a centre of aristocratic social life, cultural gatherings and political debate. The restaurant was created by Austrian chef Simon Petutschnig, together with husband-and-wife team Ivan and Sheela Levy. Sheela was responsible for much of the elegant interior design, combining the charac

NOU MANOLÍN Michelin Guide Nou Manolín Alicante has been a landmark on the city’s food scene for more than 50 years, earning an international reputation for its outstanding tapas and traditional Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant was founded in 1971 by Vicente Castelló and his wife, Vicentina Such. Their families ran rival bars near Alicante’s bullring, called Manolín and Ponoch. After marrying, the couple decided to open their own establishment and named it Nou Manolín

MANERO ALICANTE - MANERO MOLLÁ The History of Bar Manero Alicante Bar Manero opened in 2017. It was founded by Carlos Bosch and chef Sergio Sierra, the team behind the successful El Portal restaurant, which opened in 2009. Their idea was to reinvent the traditional Spanish tapas bar, combining the charm of an old-fashioned neighbourhood establishment with top-quality ingredients, sophisticated surroundings and a touch of luxury. The original Bar Manero opened at Calle Médic

MIRADOR DE LA VICTÒRIA RESTAURANT The restaurant has been run by the Fontclara family since 1984, with Salvador Fontclara establishing it as one of Alcúdia’s best-known restaurants for traditional Mallorcan cuisine. The restaurant stands beside the historic Ermita de la Victòria, a fortified sanctuary with medieval origins. The building dates largely from the 17th and early 18th centuries and still retains its defensive appearance, a reminder of the days when Mallorca's coast

Explore the traditional tapas bars of Triana, Sevilla, from Bar Salomón’s famous pinchitos and Casa Ruperto’s fried quail to Las Golondrinas, Puratasca and other local favourites. Discover authentic Andalusian food, historic bars and hidden gems in one of Sevilla’s most characterful neighbourhoods.

BARRA BAJA RESTAURANTE Barra Baja Sevilla opened in October 2019 on Calle Javier Lasso de la Vega, in the city’s historic centre, just a short walk from Plaza del Duque. The restaurant was created by chefs Rafael Liñán, originally from Sevilla, and Patricia Moliner, from Badalona, near Barcelona. The couple met while working at Dani García’s two-Michelin-starred Calima restaurant in Marbella and subsequently gained experience in several prestigious kitchens, including Zaranda

ROSARIO VARELA Rosario Varela Granada is a relatively recent addition to the city’s lively tapas scene, located on Calle Varela in the historic Realejo neighbourhood. The company behind the restaurant was established in January 2016, and Rosario Varela soon developed a reputation for its contemporary approach to tapas, combining traditional Andalusian ingredients with more adventurous, internationally inspired dishes. Its varied menu, interesting wine selection, excellent ver