(Hombre de Palo, 7 7 in Toledo, Spain)

Located in Toledo, one of the most emblematic cities of Spain, part of the World Heritage and the ca...pital of the Holy Roman Empire of Carlos V. Our restaurant is located in a Jewish house from the 14th-15th century, close to the Primada Cathedral of Toledo, in the old quarter known as Judería Mayor, where Jewish families of that time chose to live. Our restaurant was opened in 1979 by our parents, Adolfo and Julita. These days we carry on the work they started. The restaurant has been extended several times to increase capacity. At the moment it has 4 dining rooms with a capacity of 80 covers: The Veronica Room, The Hombre de Palo Room, The Granada Room and the Main Room. The last room features art in the New-Mudejar style that dates from the same time as the house. This art was discovered by our parents while they were renovating, concealed behind a roof of plaster and reed. The roof served to protect the art over the centuries and keep it in perfect condition. The art is registered by the Toledo School of Surveyors as one of the finest preserved pieces in the city. Our restaurant also has a large wine cellar, located in the Jewish caves that date back to the 9th century. Here, we have 44,000 bottles of wine from 1,850 different references. This cellar serves to complement the cuisine, which is based on top-quality fresh produce from the region. We add very little to these products, in the belief that their own natural flavours should not be disguised. We also place special emphasis on regional products and game, giving them the treatment that their flavours are worthy of. The saffron, cheese, honey, garlic and other products from Castilla-La Mancha become essential ingredients in our cooking, which focuses heavily on olive oil. Sample Wine selection: number of wines on the chart: 1850 white wine (house): Pago del Ama Chardonay 2001 red wine (house): Marqués de Griñon Dominio de Valdepusa Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 special white wine: Pago del Ama Colección 2002. Emeritus 1997. Pago del Ama Syram 2002 special red wine: Pago del Ama Chardonay 2002 Sample Specialties: cuisine/cooking: Regional haute cuisine speciality one: Loin of venison, Manchego cheese and a Syram reduction speciality two: Pan-cooked sole, aromatic herbs served with a pea sauce [moreless]

(Isla de Rodes 24 in Mallorca, Spain)

In the 60s and 70s Hotel Azul Playa was known as a place where one could enjoy some of the best dish...es available on the island. Today, Rustic Hotels has refurbished this emblematic site with the objective of offering the best of that time: a place where guests and diners feel welcome and taken care of in a relaxing and light atmosphere. Chef Marcos Morey is in charge of the kitchen, which is predominantly Mediterranean and perfectly combines modern and classic aspects. The main focus is on 'products from the sea', using local fresh fish and seafood from the island. The large terrace in front of the sea invites guests to relax, pass the time, forget daily stresses and fully enjoy this truly Mediterranean setting. ´Mallorca Restaurants 121' Opening hours: Lunch 13.00 to 16.00 Dinner 20.00 to 23.00 Sample Specialties: Traditional, Mediterranean cuisine with a modern touch, using first-grade ingredients from the island. Specialities include fresh fish and seafood. Freshly made paellas. Homemade desserts. [moreless]

(Reina Mercedes, 12 in Madrid, Spain)

Classic decor on the outside with modern interior decorated with antiques. Private dining rooms and ...a shellfish tank inside the restaurant. A bar for tapas and aperitifs. Valet parking service. Exclusive atmosphere. Excellent Madrid hallmark guarante Several gastronomical awards, including: Premio de Calidad (quality-award), Medalla Mérito Turístico Xunta de Galicia (recognition as tourist attraction), Percebe de Oro, Gran Collar Gastronómico Internacional... Sample Dinner menu: Galician traditional cuisine specialising in fish and shellfish [moreless]

(51, rue Quincanmpoix in Paris, France)

Nothing can prepare you for the uniqueness of "Dans Le Noir?" It works like this; you meet in the ta...ll-ceilinged entrance bar, put your phones and anything else that might emit light in a locker, then order from a short choice of rather fine French/international dishes. Or go for the "surprise" menu where you don't know what you'll get. Then you're led through three sets of black drapes and to your table. You can't see a thing. Nothing. Leaving you to rely wholly on the remaining four senses, and the blind waiter or waitress assigned to you. You've never tasted food like this before, that's for sure.And because you can't see who's next to you, everyday judgments and fears are removed and chatting to your neighbours becomes irresistible.An unforgettable experience that everyone should try. [moreless]

(Pau Claris, 150 in Barcelona, Spain)

Located in the Claris Hotel, East 47 is a chic synthesis of both cuisines and spaces. A stylish cock...tail bar and restaurant welcome you with clean lines, good music and pieces of popular Andy Warhol art. Feast on contemporary Mediterranean and fusion fare like deer fillet or poached eggs with caviar. Tasty cocktails complete your experience here. Opening hours: Daily 1:30pm-4pm & 8:30pm-2am [moreless]

(C/Raixa 2, Castillo Hotel Son Vida in Mallorca, Spain)

Restaurant Es Castell was redesigned back in 2003. This refined, speciality establishment at the Hot...el Castillo Son Vida serves gourmet food in grand hotel style with a panoramic view of Palma and the sea. The interior dining room design is a distinguished blend of stone, precious wood and the play of tangerine orange, mahogany red and olive yellow. The bill of fare features Spanish-Mediterranean cuisine and, in summer months, themed barbecues out on the spacious terrace. ´Mallorca Restaurants 121' Opening hours: Open all day from 07.00 to 22.30 Sample Specialties: Suckling Pig, filled with foie and truffle a la Royale. Lighter options at lunch. Barbeques in the summer on the terrace. [moreless]

(30 passage de la Bourgade, Biot Village in Cannes, France)

With its cosy decor and view on the valley, The Jarrier serves French gastronomic cuisine with a mod...ern touch.The Chef changes the menus every 2 weeks in this charming restaurant. The gastronomic cuisine is composed of fresh vegetables and fruits and attracts the fine gourmets of this region and from others countries. The Jarrier provides a number of personalized services on the basis of your own budget and desire such as professional meeting, cocktail party, dinner, seminar, family gathering. [moreless]

(Moulin des Princes, Le Bistrot Saumon in Morbihan, France)

Restored old watermill with an extension built on stilts using a combination of wood and stone. The ...restaurant is close to the river in the centre of a town, which welcomes all types of artists and craftsmen (tanners, glass blowers, sculptors, painters, etc.) [moreless]

(Jose Ortega y Gasset, 40 in Madrid, Spain)

Classic decor on the outside and modern interiors furnished with antique. The restaurant features pr...ivate dining rooms, a shellfish tank, an attractive 'tapas' bar and a parking valet service. Exquisite atmosphere. Excellent Madrid hallmark guarantee. Several gastronomical awards, including: Best Quality, Medal 'Mérito Turístico Xunta de Galicia' and Percebe de Oro, Gran Collar Gastronómico Internacional Sample Specialties: Traditional, Galician, specialising in fish and shellfish [moreless]

(70, Boulevard de Ménilmontant in Paris, France)

Sometimes we call them "celestials", but usually we call them "stars". Those the dictionary describe...s as "artistic performers or athletes whose leading roles or superior performances are acknowledged". Three bright and shining singing stars lit up the Troubadours with their high spirited soprano notes belting out extract from Strauss, Mozart, Puccini, Vivaldi and Rossini operas between courses. Lovely starlets Aviva Timonier, Susan Miller and Elisa Doughty hit such beautiful high notes, and all this while one-star chef "Patrick the Troubadour" served up superior dishes for a fixed price menu. The chef who marries cuisine with concerts every Saturday night at his bistro he deems "The Place to Meet and Eat through the Corridors of Time" is a star who the dictionary describes as deservedly "highly celebrated in a field or profession". "Troubadours" is a medieval and multilingual restaurant that unites 5 senses and flavours taken from literature of the time with modern day panache. The service is one of the most attentive, generous of Paris and the establishment frequently organizes cultural events such as lyrical concerts and reading of poetry in 7 languages (English, Hebrew, Polish, Flemish...)The patio and the main room are sumptuously decorated with rare, prestigious objects and old books. The hearty brunch is widely known by being the Best Brunch of Paris. [moreless]