The Gourmet Grid
Each issue we will be taking you on a gastronomic journey along the coast stopping on the way at our top picks for each culinary style or dish.
With Christmas right around the corner, we know everyone is looking to end this year as we mean to go on, as best as we possibly can. If you have spent enough time at home during 2020 and are looking to treat your loved ones to a Christmas feast at one of the coast’s finest eateries, you’ve come to just the right place.
LA SALA
When?
Whether you are looking for an unforgettable Christmas dinner with family, a pre-Christmas celebration or to go out with a bang on New Year’s Eve, La Sala has got you covered.
What are we eating?
The Christmas Day Menu features the likes of Traditional Roast Turkey and Fresh Scallops presented in the shell while New Year’s Eve guests can enjoy Roast Leg of Lamb, Grilled Monkfish with Black Rice and Asparagus or Chargrilled Fillet Steak.
What’s it going to cost us?
Savour their scrumptious 2-course pre-Christmas lunch menu for just 22.50€ per person, the indulgent 3-course Christmas Day menu is 90€ per person complete with live music from Ivanildo Kembel, Wall Street Band and Tony Capo. Finally, the New Year’s Eve spectacle is only 190€ which includes La Sala’s obligatory early morning bacon baguettes to keep you going into 2021 plus live music from Tony Capo, DJ Junior Da Costa and Live Percussion.
MAX BEACH
When?
The Christmas Day event at Max Beach is already fully booked however you can still enjoy their Christmas Eve night and their Moulin Rouge New Year’s Eve. Say goodbye to 2020 at Max Beach!
What are we eating?
Start with a glass of Moët and canapés, followed by Lobster or Duck Carpaccio. The main meal includes Roast Angus Fillet, Braised Oxtail with Black Garlic and Truffle Pureé or Pan Roasted Turbot. A Gruyere Cheese Souffle and Chocolate Marquise finish off the decadent offering.
Extra details...?
Come early this year, to avoid the curfew! Reservations start from 6pm. Entertainment starts around 7pm. You can expect fun decorations, party packs, traditional Spanish grapes, fireworks and more.
What’s it going to cost us?
The 6-course set menu with entertainment is 180€ per person.
BREATHE™
When?
Up until December 23rd you can enjoy Breathe´s Festive Group Menu and then over the Christmas festivities their a la carte menu will be packed with delicious specials and treats. The New Year’s Eve #ONFIRE event takes place on the big night itself packed with performers, dancers, fire shows, including fire rituals to burn the old and welcome the New Year ahead, something that seems more fitting this year than ever!
What are we eating?
The likes of Crispy Fried Soft-Shell Crab, Grilled Scallops, Miso Marinated Black Cod and Grilled Wagyu with Truffled Teriyaki are all making an appearance.
Extra details...?
Enjoy a complimentary glass of Taittinger when joining them for the New Year’s Day Brunch on January 1st and immerse yourself in the positive vibes.
What’s it going to cost us?
The New Year’s Eve feast and spectacle is 290€ per head and includes welcome champagne and oysters, a four-course dinner menu, festivity kits and all the entertainment.
SEAGRILL AT PUENTE ROMANO
When?
Seagrill is hosting festivities on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. If a breath-taking setting is number one on your list, this could be the feast you have been looking for.
What are we eating?
Tuck into succulent turkey, the finest oysters, fresh lobster, and a superb array of other local delicacies, followed by a grand assortment of desserts and special Christmas pastries all within their delectable five-course festive menu.
What’s it going to cost us?
Dinner is 125€ per person. The brunch is available from 1pm on Christmas Day and charged at 165€ per person.
Cascada Marbella
When?
Cascada’s Christmas menu is available for dinner on December 24th and lunch and dinner on December 25th.
What are we eating?
Dine on Gravlax (Norwegian Wild Salmon) or Homemade Foie Gras followed by Lobster and Boletus Ravioli to start. Filet of St Peter’s Fish on Sweet Potato Puree or Galician. Beef Tenderloin makes the main meal and finish with Raspberry and Madagascar Vanilla Millefeuille.
What’s it going to cost us?
95€ which includes a welcome glass of Champagne!