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The Azurmendi restaurant offers an authentic experience of Biscayan cuisine, adapted to the nature of its local environment. It is located in Larrabetzu, just 20 minutes from Bilbao. The chef Eneko Atxa creates original and creative dishes based exclusively on
products from the region, valuing what local nature has to offer and creating a sustainable gourmet experience. They have their own greenhouse, where they harvest spices and ingredients for their dishes. In addition, the architecture and decoration of the restaurant itself, creates an immersion in nature. The restaurant has facilities that generate renewable energy to cover part of its energy costs. Azurmendi was not only awarded three Michelin Stars and the Michelin Green Star, but was also named the most sustainable restaurant in the world in 2014 and 2018.
Cenador de Amos restaurant offers modern gastronomy in a rustic-chic atmosphere in Villaverde de Pontones, Cantabria. Chef Jesús Sánchez and his wife Marián Martínez converted the 18th century Casa-Palacio Mazarrasa into a gourmet restaurant with local products, seeking authenticity and respecting the natural surroundings and the environment.
They employ the concept of the circular economy, growing some of the produce in their own vegetable garden and generating energy with their solar community. El Cenador de Amós pursues its strong commitment to sustainability and is certified as a Zero Net Emissions restaurant, operating solely on renewable energy.
Aponiente stands out for the innovative cuisine of chef Ángel León, discovering new techniques and creative combinations with the possibilities that the sea gives us. Among them, the preparation of dishes with salt water, discarded fish or seaweed. Following its strong commitment to the environment, the restaurant operates with renewable energies and recycling practices, taking care of its sustainable impact. Aponiente is located in Puerto de Santa Marta in Andalusia and has been awarded three Michelin Stars and the Michelin Green Star.
El Celler de Can Roca, the restaurant of the famous Roca brothers, is one of the most emblematic restaurants in our country. With the specialisation of each one, they create a gourmet experience that encompasses the salty, sweet and liquid world. Located in his hometown Girona, its gastronomy combines tradition, creativity and innovation that surprises all the senses, combined with an authentic and hospitable service. The restaurant has been awarded three Michelin Stars and the Michelin Green Star for its commitment to the environment. The composition of the dishes is based on local products and follows recycling practices, promoting awareness of the environmental impact.

Alhacena, the Reina Sofía Museum’s new reception area
The Reina Sofía Museum has added Alhacena, a new space designed by Jorge Penadés that invites visitors to pause, chat,

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