Delicious!
These 7 restaurants are worth a visit
05/30/2022 Reading time: 4 Minutes
"I can resist everything but temptation," Oscar Wilde once said. The Irish writer, who was known for his wit and hedonism, indulged in culinary delights at every opportunity - and did not say no to many a fine wine. He was a gourmet or what we would call a "foodie" today. He would have been delighted with the current development of the gastronomy scene. After all, new restaurants are springing up everywhere and the density of award-winning and critically acclaimed establishments has never been greater. But which ones are definitely worth a visit, or even a trip? These 7 restaurants in Europe should definitely be on your bucket list:
Text: Claudia Hilmbauer
Noma, Copenhagen
The restaurant in Denmark can officially call itself "The Best Restaurant in Europe 2021" - and it has also secured the title of "The World's Best Restaurant". But what makes René Redzepi's restaurant so extraordinary? He is known for having founded the "New Nordic Cuisine". His menu has four seasons. He serves seafood from January to June, vegetables in summer and game in winter. www.noma.dk
Disfrutar, Barcelona
The dining experience at Disfrutar is described as a "thrilling rollercoaster ride". Three head chefs are responsible for this: Oriol Castro, Mateu Casañas and Eduard Xatruch. They already ran the "Compartir" in Cadaqués together. Their current project followed in 2014. The menu consists of delicious creations that surprise and constantly push the boundaries of gastronomic experience. The restaurant has two Michelin stars. www.disfrutarbarcelona.com
Frantzén, Stockholm
The origins of "Frantzén" were modest. Initially a small dining room in the old town, it moved to the Norrmalm district in 2016. After a renovation phase, it opened there in a 19th century building on three levels. Chef Björn Frantzén serves his unique blend of Nordic cuisine and Asian notes, prepared using classic and modern techniques. The results include lobster with artichokes and myoga. An interesting fact: Frantzén began his career as an army chef. Today he boasts three Michelin stars. www.restaurantfrantzen.com
Arpège, Paris
Alain Passard has been cooking up three Michelin stars for the Arpège for more than 20 years. This is despite the fact that the restaurant has been serving mainly plant-based dishes since 2001. The meat that makes it onto the menu meets the highest quality criteria. It is delivered fresh every day - from Passard's own farm. The menu changes constantly, but there are some signature dishes for which guests have to wait a long time. If you want to try the autumnal ravioli trio with amber consommé, for example, it is better to book months in advance. Tip: The apple tart is to die for. www.alain-passard.com
Restaurant Tim Raue, Berlin
The restaurant itself is relatively simply furnished. It creates the ideal canvas against which Tim Raue presents his creations. In his pots and pans, the best of Japan, Thailand and China come together in unique combinations. Raue's interpretation of Peking duck is already a legend. Guests have to do without bread, pasta and rice as well as sugar, dairy products and gluten. This is because Raue only wants to serve food that is not harmful to the body. His hip and healthy cuisine is available in two tasting menus or à la carte. www.tim-raue.at
Lyle's, London
Britain has long had more to offer than pies and baked beans. James Lowe, among others, proves this. He set up his restaurant in a former Lipton tea factory in Shoreditch in the east of the Thames metropolis. Lowe actually wanted to become a pilot - gourmets from all over the world are glad that he found his way into the kitchen rather than the sky. Because his dishes are made from the best ingredients in the country. The menu is almost daily, the ultimate in seasonal. The team even harvest many of the fruits that are used in summer themselves. Long-forgotten dishes from British cuisine, such as mutton, can also be found on the menu. www.lyleslondon.com
Belcanto, Lisbon
The "Belcanto" is anything but a "new kid on the block". It opened back in 1958 and was a men's club until boss José Avillez took over the establishment in 2012. Avillez arrived and the first Michelin star followed almost immediately. The second came two years later. The "Belcanto" moved in 2019. Today, a maximum of 45 guests dine under minimalist chandeliers. They either choose one of the two tasting menus or enjoy Avillez's dishes à la carte. The contemporary Portuguese cuisine of the chef, who sometimes appears on television, includes highlights such as scarlet shrimp with green apple jelly and asparagus. www.belcanto.pt
