Having dined at Umiaya a few nights before, I was a bit aprehensive as both restaurants share the same head chef. However, upon being welcomed by the proprietor and being shown to our table, I knew that this was going not going to be disappointed....Our table was inside in front of a pair of doors which no doubt are open in the summer months, that looks out onto a good sized patio with additional tables located on the edge of the hotel swimming pool.
We chose the Experience Menu with accompanying wines. Having read a previous review that didn't rate their experience at La Aquarela, stating that the wine pairings did not compliment the dishes, I was curious to find out for myself.
The menu was 9 course for 110euro with the usual amuse bouches and pre dinner delights thrown in. The wines i thought paired well, even the dry sherry {of which i'm not a fan) worked with the relevant course.
The menu was quite fish oriented which wasn't an issue, with a couple of meat dishes thrown in. Each course was a culinary delight both visually and taste wise with all the usual pomp and ceremony that can come with Michelin dining. Pouring soups and sauces, unusual crockery, fancy reveals. The wines were described and presented well by them wine waiter.
Overall a fantastic dining experience. Attractive, young and experienced staff atteneded to us throughout the evening all with multiple language capabilities.
Would highly receommend a visitMore