By Olivier Acuña Barba
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Located in the lobby of the 5-star St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort, Es Fum was awarded a Michelin star for the first time in November 2011. Despite the passing of time, the team hasn’t rested on its laurels, continuing to offer cuisine worthy of the accolade.
The restaurant’s decor exudes the charm of a bygone era, but its cuisine, led by chef Miguel Navarro, is characterised by innovative touches. The chef has worked at establishments such as El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, voted the best restaurant in the world in 2013. Chef Miguel Navarro and his team offer a “Petit Menu” and a tasting menu. Only the ingredients are specified when describing the dishes on the menu, ensuring that each offering will surprise diners.
The warm asparagus salad with crayfish and truffle vinaigrette, as well as the creamy sea urchin rice with red shrimp and pink grapefruit, evoke the flavours of Mallorca in summer, with savoury, sweet, and fresh notes. The presentation of the dishes is artistic and cheerful, revealing the planning behind them. Every bite is designed to be a sensory experience. Listen to your taste buds, because they’ll convey what the chef is whispering to them. Their extraordinary cuisine and excellent wine selection, including Mallorcan varieties, reflect the high quality they boast.
Innovative cruising
There are a few places on the island that offer Es Fum innovative cruising. It’s not cheap either, but the unforgettable experience is priceless. Both the interior and the column-lined terrace are characterised by their elegant design, predominantly featuring dark wood, and an intimate atmosphere. On the terrace, tables overlook the lush garden that leads to the sea. Thoughtful details, such as the small chairs where ladies can leave their handbags, lend this luxurious restaurant its personality. Es Fum is a seasonal restaurant open only in the evening.
The service is impeccable, professional, and friendly, without being overly formal; don’t let the black ties fool you. The expert team, led by Daniela Wittig, has been working in this sector for a long time and will anticipate your needs. They also have an excellent sommelier who will advise you on pairing your dishes. Their extraordinary cuisine and exceptional wine selection, including Mallorcan varieties, reflect the high quality they boast. There are a few places on the island that offer the kind of service and innovative cuisine you’ll find at Es Fum. It’s not cheap, but the unforgettable experience you’ll have is priceless.
About Chef Miguel Navarro
Miguel Navarro was appointed Head Chef at Es Fum in March 2017. The 39-year-old was born in La Gomera ( Canary Islands ) and trained at the University of La Laguna in Tenerife. His professional career began with a stint at the renowned 3-star Martín Berasategui Restaurant in San Sebastián. He also worked in Girona at El Celler de Can Roca, voted the best restaurant in the world in 2013. Other places where he has worked include the Italian restaurant Piazza Duomo in Alba and Aurmendi in Larrabetzu (Basque Country). During brief stays in Hong Kong and New York, he refined his culinary skills and gained valuable experience. Among his most recent places of work are the Ritz-Carlton Abama (Tenerife), the 3-star restaurant Aqua at the Ritz-Carlton Wolfsburg, and the 3-star restaurant Lasarte in Barcelona.
