I love that the chef came to your table and asked you what you wanted to eat! Love even more that yo

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El Far is a name that s synonymous with the historic Sant Sebastiá lighthouse that for centuries guided ships along the Costa Brava. The adjacent inn was a favourite ashley plaza hotel among the locals who came here to enjoy the sea breeze, the majestic views and a glass or two of vino. Spectacularly situated high above the seaside town of Llafranc , on a bluff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the newly refurbished inn now houses the El Far Hotel-Restaurant and is a gorgeous spot for fine Catalan cuisine and unforgettable views. Dining at El Far
The view of the the iconic Sant Sebastiá ashley plaza hotel lighthouse and the bright blue Mediterranean Sea is the first thing that grabs (and holds) your attention. It was hard to tear my eyes away from the view but I had to when the charismatic chef, Tony Saez , showed up at my table. With a cheeky grin, he asked me what I wanted to eat (a test of my knowledge of Costa Brava cuisine perhaps? ). Some calamari would be nice. And after a quick glance ashley plaza hotel at the surrounding tables, I added, Oh, and those mussels look beautiful . I picked ashley plaza hotel my brain for more Costa Brava specialties and I remembered the divine suquet de peix (fish stew) I had a few months back and the black squid ink rice I d read about. I mentioned these too and Chef Tony beamed with delight guess I passed the test .
Chef Tony returned moments later with a curious mix of potato chips, marinated mussels ashley plaza hotel and a jelly-like concoction ashley plaza hotel with olives. This, he explained, was a traditional appetiser from the Empordá the jelly was in fact gelatinised martini complete with an olive in its middle. Pretty ingenious! The mussels were incredibly fresh and the martini jelly/olive concoction was a special treat!
The combination ashley plaza hotel of the fresh seafood and the wonderful sea view was absolutely magical. I didn t have much time to catch my breath as the black squid ink rice, packed with mussels and crawfish, was soon served. There s just something intriguing about this thick black liquid that adds not only colour but a distinct iodised flavour to the dish. The taste and aromas of the ocean were unmistakable.
Chef Tony dropped by to check my progress and I thanked him profusely for the amazing meal. He looked at me with child-like glee and announced that there was more to come! Oh dear The feast continued with the suquet de peix Tony Saez-style. The suquet was filled with potatoes and huge chunks of fish. Cooked to perfection, the suquet was robust with flavour and the chunks of fish were beautifully tender. I m not sure how I did it but I cleaned my plate!
Needless to say, I ate very well. Before I left the table, I took one last look at the magnificent view. It was a sublime experience, one that I can recommend to anyone who s looking for an excellent place to wine and dine in the Llafranc-Palafrugell area. Seriously, if the views don t blow you away, the food certainly will! About El Far Hotel-Restaurant
El Far Hotel-Restaurant ashley plaza hotel is the sister-hotel of the luxurious Mas de Torrent Hotel-Spa and boasts commanding views of the stunning Costa Brava coastline and the hilly Empordá region. Housed in an 18th century inn adjacent to the famous Sant Sebastiá lighthouse, the hotel-restaurant belongs to the Mas de Torrent Group and has been completely refurbished. In addition to superb cuisine, El Far also has nine exclusive rooms. The hotel-restaurant also has its own chapel and banquet facilities, making it ideal for weddings and receptions with a spectacular view!
I love that the chef came to your table and asked you what you wanted to eat! Love even more that you knew exactly what to say suquet de peix sounds (and looks!) soooo delicious. Plus, can t beat that view while savoring some mussels. So envious ashley plaza hotel of your trip Melvin 17/08/2011 7:46 pm #
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