Ibiza’s gourmet cuisine is one of the reasons why those who know how to live well visit the island. From the most sophisticated and original avant-garde to intimate and romantic restaurants, Ibiza offers the most refined possibilities.
Gourmet Gastronomy in Ibiza
In this article, we’ll tell you about a number of restaurants on the island that are included in the Michelin guide, and why they deserve this distinction.
A traditional family establishment that has been offering traditional yet refined Mediterranean and Ibizan dishes since 1934. Its creations are presented perfectly paired with local wines. One of its most famous dishes is its fish stew.
This tapas tavern is run by the Catalan chef David Reartes, whose mission is to make the island’s products more well-known and appreciated. He’s committed to the "Ibiza’s Flavour" brand, promoted by the Consell d’Eivissa.
From the irreverent and lively atmosphere of his open kitchen, he serves traditional tapas and unique creations such as Café de París smoked pork loin.
This establishment features japeruvian cuisine or a blend of Japanese and Peruvian cooking, and is headed by the chef Henrique Sá Pessoa.
With absolute respect for local Mediterranean produce, he has incorporated its virtues into this trend to offer patrons creations such as lobster anticucho with mojo, coriander and lime or nikkei chocolates.
Located in the center of Eivissa (Ibiza Town), this is the place where Pablo del Castillo prepares a cuisine that is varied but focused on Ibizan and Spanish gourmet gastronomy. Among its specialties are ravioli foie and tuna glazed with soy.
They also offer signature tapas and pinchos prepared with creativity that reflects the team’s youthful approach. Tuck into some violet potatoes with mustard and toasted garlic, or black pudding and apple rolls with almond sauce.
With a highly creative Mediterranean style and headed by chef Massimo Larosa, it is located in Marina Botafoch.
Here they work with a blend of local products and Italian specialities such as pizzas, pasta, and starters, in creations with superb results.
In addition to an international wine list, you’ll be delighted with dishes such as beef sirloin with hazelnut, crunchy cod cannolis or cuttlefish with black olives and cauliflower.
Run by the Ortiz family, this restaurant specialising in homemade Spanish cuisine with a touch of versatility offers a variety of options. Locally caught fish, game from Toledo, and Asturian livestock shine in their creations.
These include asparagus stuffed with seafood au gratin with alioli, red partridge a la Toledo-like mother-made, and Asturian T-bone steak.
You have to eat in Ibiza, and this is the moment to do so. If you’d like to experience the delights of gastronomic tourism in Ibiza and sample Ibiza’s gourmet cuisine, be sure to plan a visit soon.
Ibiza, January 2019
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Ibiza with kids: a place to have a great time
A holiday on the Balearic island is always a good idea, but living in Ibiza with children is an even better one.
For those who don’t know the island, it may seem an excellent place for a vacation aboard a luxurious yacht or in a magnificent villa, however it’s also a perfect place to live with children.
In addition to numerous homes to rent or buy for a stable life on Ibiza, the world renowned Mediterranean island offers numerous services for the youngest members of the family.
Living in Ibiza with children, and everything the island has to offer
When someone decides to settle in another city, the first thing they do is look for a place to live, either by renting or buying a property. Once this question is solved, the next step is to look for a school, should the new life be with children.
In fact, it’s no less true that the search for housing is conditioned by the closeness to the school to be chosen, or vice versa. In this sense, as well as state schools, Ibiza offers interesting private options for educating children:
– Morna International College in Santa Gertrudis. An interesting option, both if the children are Spanish, English or German-speaking.
– College Francais. Situated between Ibiza and San José, this school has small-sized classes for French-speaking children who don’t speak any Spanish; a top level education to meet the expectations of the most demanding parents and also for children who require official qualifications in French.
– Colegio Mestral. Located in the centre of the city, this private school offers classes in Catalan and Spanish as well as in English; another option available for those planning to move to Ibiza.
Living in Ibiza requires education, but also leisure
In addition to a unique natural environment and educational options, life on the island offers incredible leisure pursuits for children. Aguamar Park
Proof of this are the companies devoted to organizing parties for children, the possibility of outdoor activities such as horseback riding, the Aguamar Water Park or the adventure-filled Acrobosc Park.
A few examples of what life can be like for the little ones on the island known throughout the world for its climate and its beaches: two more aspects that should also be made the most of.
Acrobosc
It has been shown that living in a privileged environment aids children in their learning and also helps them live a healthy life. Living in Ibiza with children is an excellent idea in every sense.
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Dreaming of a Different Christmas? Have a Magical Time in Ibiza
Christmas in Ibiza can be a source of surprises for those for whom the island evokes throngs, boisterous parties and crowded beaches. On the other hand, you should know that peace and magic are the most characteristic features of the island at that time.
Christmas in Ibiza with the family
This Balearic island, its beaches and its architecture is at its best in the winter, when silence deepens any experience you may have. There will be tranquility to meditate on some cultural milestones, such as ruins of its ancient civilizations.
To spend the winter on Ibiza is to be able to discover and explore without being disturbed, to walk through the streets listening only to your steps. It is to perceive Ibiza in a totally different way, ideal for spending Christmas in Ibiza with your family.
Ses Salines and Es Cavallet
Ses Salines is an extensive beach located in the national park of the same name: it has very white sand in contrast to a sea of deep blue. It is limited by a dune formation on which you can walk on wooden walkways. Also, the pine and juniper forests border the beach, forming a serene contrast with water and sand.
If you continue your walk to the left and pass through the woods, you will reach a rocky terrain and the Tower of Ses Portes, built to sight pirate ships. From there, the Es Freus strait and its islets can be appreciated.
To complete the walk, go to Es Cavallet. There, in this stretch of sand, which is also very wide, you will find remains of Posidonia oceanica, an iconic plant of the Mediterranean ecosystem. .
Island markets
Another of the charms of the island and less crowded than in summer, you will have time to visit them at your leisure. Calmly choose the Christmas gifts you are going to give.
– Las Dalias
On Saturday mornings, from 10 in the morning until 10 pm, there is the Hippy Market. You can buy musical instruments, clothes, jewellery, crafts, books, antiques and incense.
– Forada
This lively market sells seasonal agricultural products from 10 am to 4 pm, but also oils, wines, jams and preserves. It also offers natural cosmetic products and crafts.
Horseback riding
This entertainment offers the advantage of being able to have a good trip without too much fatigue and get in touch with nature.
The north of Ibiza and near San Juan you will find Horse Valley. The walks go through the natural park of Es Murta, so it is practically a virgin area. The tour lasts 4 hours, and in winter the schedule is more flexible since it has no limitations due to the heat.
Living on Ibiza and therefore being able to spend Christmas in Ibiza is possible by buying a beautiful home on the island.
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ONE TOY, ONE SMILE – Christmas Charity Campaign
Each Christmas, Prestige Properties Ibiza takes pride in supporting a local charity and contributing to the well-being of those less fortunate in our community. In 2018, we decided to choose a campaign that was both close to our hearts and also directly linked to our workplace, through our colleague Nina Negru, the 4th Edition of ‘One Toy, One Smile’, organised by Food for Ibiza.
The "One Toy, One Smile" Campaign
Christmas is a time of hope and compassion. Children who live in poverty often experience Christmas very differently from what the seasonal retail marketing narratives would have us believe, and also often very different from their friends and peers.
Sharing and receiving a small gift, in the form of a toy has the ability to change a child’s entire perspective, value, self-worth, and simply send a small message of hope.
"One Toy, One Smile" is the perfect addition to offering food to families in need at such an incredibly special time of the year. As well as giving toys, each family also receives a €25 coupon per head to be spent on their own personal Christmas menu at their nearby supermarket. Making everyone feel loved and cared for. At Prestige Properties, we were overly happy to be part of such a wonderful project.
The event was marked by the element of surprise and overwhelming emotions, brought by a simple goodwill gesture to those who needed it most. We are very grateful to the team at Food for Ibiza for their incredible dedication, and for taking responsibility for the success of these initiatives here in Ibiza.
About ‘Food for Ibiza’
Since 2014, Food for Ibiza, a non-profit organisation, has been actively campaigning and helping to improve the quality of life for people in Ibiza, by fighting hunger and supplying some of the island’s poorest families with food and those basic necessities that we often take for granted.
The organisation solely runs on the support of volunteers and is dependent on the generosity and donations made by the local community, like other businesses, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, and private household contributors.
The volunteers from ‘Food for Ibiza’ primarily drive to collection points across the island to pick up donated groceries, such as dried foods like rice, lentils, beans, pasta or canned meat and fish, oil, coffee, cocoa, and cookies and bring them to their warehouse where items are stored, sorted and the packages are prepared for delivery based on every family’s particular need. They are then distributed to the registered families once a month.
We are very proud to be working with one of the founding members of Food for Ibiza, our colleague Nina Negru, as part of our team of sales agents. Nina is a great professional in the real estate market who felt she needed to contribute more directly to alleviating some of the difficulties faced by those struggling to keep up in an economy progressively geared towards luxury and exclusivity.
Fundraising with ‘Food for Ibiza’
In September, Food for Ibiza held its annual fundraising event at the famous ‘Children of the 80’s’ Party at the Hard Rock Hotel: to enter the party you simply had to bring 3 kilograms of non-perishable food.
Nina Negru stated that the collection at this event proved essential in helping low-income families from the island during the winter ahead.
Poverty in Ibiza – The Facts
We live on an island that is known for its wonderful surroundings and its affluent and privileged lifestyle. It is often difficult to believe or even notice that some people experience very difficult and extreme situations of poverty and desperation. Some people have very little income, food, are homeless, or have few resources and opportunities.
From Prestige Properties Ibiza, we want to bring visibility to some of the charity initiatives that are organised by different associations of Ibiza. It is paramount we see the island as a whole and with equal opportunities for all, and where there are inequality and needs, we desire to stand together to make a difference and create long-lasting improvements for the health and well-being of our local community.
If you want to volunteer your time or get involved, check out the links below. Your support and help will be greatly appreciated by those who are struggling to care for themselves.
Renting a holiday villa in Ibiza only has advantages. And the island, besides offering beach and party, has a lot of attractions: magical spots, sunsets, an excellent climate 365 days a year and the charm of its people. Do you want to know more?
The advantages of renting a holiday villa in Ibiza
The island is one of the most in-demand places for visitors from around the world, a magical place, thanks to its combination of avant-garde and tradition. What advantages does renting a holiday villa in Ibiza have?
Its beaches
First of all, Ibiza is characterised by its wonderful nature. Coves and dreamy beaches of turquoise and transparent waters. Among the most popular coves are Cala Saladeta or Cala Gració, in the San Antonio area. Cala Molí, Cala Carbó or Cala Bassa, in the San José area.
And in the Santa Eulària area you have Cala Martina, Cala Llonga or Cala Lleña. If you want to enjoy the most natural area of the island, Cala Xarraca or Cala Xuclar in the San Juan area ideal for snorkelling and Diving.
Its hippy markets
In addition to its wonderful coves, Ibiza is known for its hippie markets. The most important ones are the Punta Arabímarket in Es Canar andLas Dalias in San Carlos. The island also has many traditional markets with artesan products and local vegetable and fruit produce..
Open-air film screenings are held, such as the Movie Nights in Amante at the Amante Beach Club or the Cinema Paradiso Ibiza, with projections in the Baluarte de Sant Pere. Highlights include the showings of classic films that take place in the town of Sant Jordi. You can also enjoy a traditional cinema at the Multicines in Ibiza Townor the Cine Regio in San Antonio.
Its music and theatre
If you are a lover of music and theatre, enjoy live music at Sa Questió or in the Can Jordi Blues Station, the events organised by the Can Ventosa Cultural Centre, the shows of the Palacio de Congresos de Ibiza or the Teatro España. If you are renting a holiday villa in Ibiza, do not miss some of these activities.
Do you need more encouragement to visit Ibiza? What are you waiting for to rent your villa in Ibiza? Contact us today to help you plan your perfect holiday.
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Prestige Properties: your best real estate option in Ibiza
Living in the countryside, surrounded by nature, and incorporating a more sustainable lifestyle has never been a more desirable life choice, than this year 2020, since the start of the pandemic.
From the summer of 2020 and onwards, the media have been reporting the consistent interest of the general population to escape from the globe’s busiest cities and to return to the countryside, whether in the short or long-term. People have been actively fleeing overcrowded cities, noise, and pollution, and alternatively seeking a drastic change, with life out in the open, in quiet and sparsely inhabited spaces; all to be as far away as possible from the adverse effects of the virus.
One of the main benefits of living in the countryside is the purity of the air. The reason is very simple, the low volume of vehicles and environmentally damaging components mean air pollution is low. In fact, a study by the UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs reveals that people living in the countryside have fewer respiratory problems due to this very reason.
Personal well-being and the practice of "Slow Living" is also a key benefit of countryside living. A lifestyle that invites individuals to become more aware of themselves, achieving a greater connection with Mother-Nature, and ultimately appreciating all that is good and beautiful in their surroundings and daily lives.
Imagine the scent of a wild rose… Or the sound of goldfinches singing and fluttering around at sunset… In practicing mindfulness, we learn to appreciate the beauty of nature and the multiple benefits of the rural world, developing an inherent sense of gratefulness, which is said to increase happiness and general well-being. Through slowing down and developing awareness, we ultimately improve our mental health and prevent disorders such as stress and anxiety.
Adapting to a "slower" lifestyle can initially feel difficult and the change quite abrupt. However, when considering our sensory dependence on the over-stimulation generated through contact with the city, initial ‘teething-periods’ and uncomfortable feelings are to be expected. Research demonstrates adaptation is usually quick and brings about very positive long-term changes, including an increase in energy due to the improvement of the quality of sleep, and its effectiveness in repairing and restoring cells to optimal health. In fact, in the United Kingdom and Ireland, doctors have begun to integrate into their prescriptions the idea of going for walks in nature as a measure to alleviate stress and improve mental and physical health.
In July of this year, Esquire Magazine talked about ‘The New Ibiza’, in which it drew parallels with the Ibiza of the ´80s, where visitors flowed with the breeze and to the rhythm of the New Age sound of Sade, connected with nature and its artistic sensitivity. Maybe some of you still remember?
Living in the countryside: The village of Buscastell, Ibiza
Today, we wanted to introduce you to one of the "healthiest" and most natural villages on our island: Buscastell. This small village of about 1,000 inhabitants, located between San Antonio and San Rafael, in the center-west of Ibiza, is the picture-perfect setting for those interested in the benefits of living in a rural setting.
Buscastell is an agricultural area with five square kilometers of fertile and cultivable land, distributed across beautiful Ibicencan terraces on different levels, and, not to mention, where the spring of es Broll resides, the most important aquifer of Ibiza. The feeling here is one of absolute peace and tranquillity.
Amongst the orchards, the murmur of the water coming from the torrent follows its course with small rises, passing pools, and numerous canals and ditches whose origins date back to the period of Arab domination.
It is here in Buscastell, where the prestigious architect Jaime Romano, created one of his most renowned projects: Villa Natura Buscastells. The property is the perfect blend of an authentic estate with all the modern comforts for contemporary living.
This property for sale has a fertile 80,000 m2 plot of land, with enough space to have your own vegetable allotment, and even start a new business venture, using the area’s natural resources in a sustainable way.
The gardens are filled with flowers, plants, fruit trees, and a large vineyard as well as boasting an impressive 20-meter infinity pool, with plenty of chill-out spaces and outdoor showers.
The 450 m2 house is located in the southern part of the plot. From the main room and all of the bedrooms, the views overlook the wondrous valley in front. The spacious living room and dining room linked with an open-plan approach and huge sliding glass doors connecting the internal and external areas. The kitchen is certainly one of your favourite spaces, perfectly equipped for authentic Ibicencan and homemade cooking.
Villa Natura Buscastells also has a total of four spacious and luminous double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The Master is an outstanding room with views over the valley and sliding glass doors that can be hidden into the walls, creating a unique open and infinite feeling with the great outdoors.
If your dream is to be able to live with your family in Buscastells, don’t forget that the small village also has a public rural school for Infants and Primary School. And if you want to practice sport, there are also many routes and paths for hiking and cycling in the area.
We want to promote the continuous journey of improving health and quality of life! Everything can start with a simple step; exchanging your busy city lifestyle for a country home on the wonderful island of Ibiza could be the first one to take.
Interested in knowing more about the Municipality where Buscatell resides, San Antonio de Portmany? Then check out our in-depth guide and property article here.
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Let’s plant a Sabina!
Four young men from Ibiza, nicknamed "The Sabina Boys", who grew up together and were schoolmates, José Fernández, Guillaume Desager, Patrick Nagel and Andrés García, left on July 10th from Ibiza and are driving to Mongolia, arriving at the end of this August, they are participating in the famous charitable challenge "The Mongol Rally" that was created in 2004.
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The Mongol Rally is an annual event that attracts people who like adventure and are keen to take on the challenge, the journey covers roughly 30,000km through mountains and desert, from Europe to Asia. Without support equipment, driving a basic vehicle, in their case a Renault Kangoo, and without an established route. It is a charity race in and each team supports an NGO of their choice.
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"The Sabina Boys" chose the NGO Ibizaconciencia.org and will pass their donations to the next campaign of "Reforesta Ibiza", where reforestation days will be organized by students of schools on the island, re-establishing native forest area devastated by fires. Their aim is to replant one juniper (Sabina), at least, for every 100 kilometers traveled.
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At Prestige Properties we also want to help replant the burnt areas of the Ibizan landscape. Planting the junipers (sabinas), make them grow and help our beloved island retain it’s native flora and fauna. For this reason, Prestige Properties is donating € 500 to "The Sabina Boys" through the NGO Ibizaconciencia.org for the reforestation of the island.
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All against the fire in Ibiza!
Prestige Properties with the Campaign for the Prevention of Forest Fires 2018
According to sources of the "Conselleria de Medi Ambient, Agricultura I Pesca", in 2017 there were 95 forest fires that burned 168.1 hectares in the Balearic Islands; of which 71% in Mallorca, 17% in Formentera, 11% in Ibiza and 1% in Menorca. Negligence and accidental causes have caused 58% of the claims, while intentional fires have been approximately 20%.
This 2018, the Government has reinforced the Fire Protection System for this summer season in Ibiza. This campaign began on May 1st and will continue until October 15th due to the high risk of fires throughout the Balearic Islands, Ibiza and Formentera will see their capacity to prevent and fight fire increased.
Therefore, Prestige Properties has proposed to participate in the prevention of forest fires of our beloved island with this announcement of prevention and self-protection of forest fires:
In addition, we want to offer a Forest Fire Prevention Guide addressed to the owners of the Fincas within the forest or near them, which you will find in the following link: Forest Fire Prevention Guide
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Why you should sign an exclusive mandate with Prestige Properties
Many people ask us why they should offer us their property exclusively, if they can also offer it to other agencies and thus have access to more customers and have a greater possibility of sale. This is a good question, but it turns out that in fact this logic is less favorable for a sale than it seems at first sight.
We are one of the most steady agencies in Ibiza with more than 35 years of experience and therefore, we have access to a very plentiful client portfolio. The reality is that, as Ibiza is small, many clients make what is called "agency shopping", which means that they call or go through several agencies and charge all of them the same searches.
As many agencies have the same properties, there begins the struggle for customer protection with the owners – this means that every time an agency offers its property to a customer, the seller has to sign and confirm that this customer has not been previously submitted by another agency. Therefore, they will have lists of client names for each agency to control the protection of each client – in cases that have signed with an agency for a client, and then are forgotten and another agency is presented with the same client and the sale is made legally, will be obliged to pay the two agencies their full commissions (in total about 10%) – these cases must be avoided having everything well controlled.
Working with just one agency, the owner does not have to deal with the issue of customer protection – because all customers will go through this single agency. As we collaborate with the biggest and most professional agencies in Ibiza, through the Association of Real State Professionals called APIBIZA, as well as with international portals like Rightmove and Zoopla, the owner does not lose access to any potential clients.
Another very important benefit of having a single agency managing the sale of your property is the control over the marketing of the property. Like all products, in order to be able to sell at the best price and in a desired period of time, you have to create a marketing strategy customized to the product. As Product and Marketing Manager, I would be personally managing the commercialisation and marketing for your property. To begin with, we would offer your product through our internal networks to selected customers. Our exclusive product marketing service also includes a professional photo report, floor plans and a video drone of the interior and exterior of the property. Then we select some agencies and portals to publish the house in a uniform and controlled way – the worst thing that can happen to a product, is to be published on too many websites, without selectivity, and with disinformation – Serious customers are looking for Several sites and will quickly realize if a product appears everywhere, devaluing the product – in high ranges as their product, the exclusivity is a very important factor in the decision to purchase customers. When a product appears wildly and with erroneous information in the market, it does irreparable damage to its value.
Therefore, the control of each customer viewing with each "feedback" for a correct sales follow-up will be more effective when is analyzed in only one central point.
For the seller, having access to 100% of potential customers and at the same time receiving a personalized and exclusive service from a single agency, ensures that the sales process is a pleasant and comfortable experience at all times.
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Blakstad architectural history: The Traditional Ibicencan Finca
The traditional "Casa Ibicenca" essentially conformed to a broad room [porxo] that has an entrance on one long wall and a succession of rooms opening off the other three walls. The porxo was used as a living room and work place. Little chairs were lined up against the walls and a table set on one side. If needed, the table was moved to the centre of the room and chairs set around it. This gave the room adaptability for various activities. Windows in ancient Ibicencan houses were very small and did not contain glass. They were not used primarily for light, but for air; light, and warmth generally came from the south-facing front door. Here you could see farmwomen shelling almonds, embroidering or spinning wool. The farms themselves differed from those on the other Balearic Islands, in that they were generally smallholdings. Although these were self-sufficient, the families on them relied on the help of their neighbours for the olive harvest, or on matanza day.
These houses were built and rebuilt well into the mid-twentieth century, using the biblical ‘long cubit’ [approximately 52.5cm], a unit of measurement introduced along with the architecture by the Phoenicians. There is virtually no evidence of Hellenistic, Roman or Islamic influences of any importance in the basic design elements of a rural Ibicencan house.
The cultural invasion of the island has changed the agricultural-based economy to one of tourism, making continuity with the past next to impossible. Basically, it has rendered many traditions irrelevant today."
In 1956 Rolf Blakstad came to Ibiza from Canada and was so impressed by the city he found when arriving at the port that he barely left the island since then. The little houses in Dalt Vila, the people in the street, the nearness of the manners… As he himself said:
"The whole city, even the streets, had the informal air of a living room shared for everyone. We did not feel as foreigners"
Once Ibiza was established as his permanent residence, Blakstad started to study the rural houses and the traditional building techniques while he developed a deep respect and fondness for the Ibizan culture and its natural environment. It’s in Ibiza where he starts his work in the field of architecture, restoring rural houses and, lately building new ones inspired by the millenarian "casa payesa" (traditional Ibizan rural house). Soon, his sons became part of his projects and, nowadays, they are the ones that keep running the architecture studio in Ibiza.
Ibiza, November 2017
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