Legendary Master Asador Etxebarri Ranked Second in the World

A Culinary Pilgrimage to Spain's Michelin Three-Star Restaurant Asador Etxebarri is located in a tranquil Basque village between Bilbao and San Sebastián, surrounded by mountains and lush greenery. It is a truly magical destination restaurant. Food enthusiasts from around the world come here to experience the culinary masterpieces created by Chef Arguinzoniz. With the help of fire, he transforms simple ingredients like milk and beef into extraordinary and unforgettable dishes. The highly revered legendary master, Chef Victor Arguinzoniz of Asador Etxebarri, told us in the kitchen: 'Fire can elevate the flavors of ingredients to another level, and most importantly, it fully releases the original flavors of the food.' There is no molecular gastronomy here; everything is simple and unadorned, with no excessive sauces, as the chef prefers to let the natural flavors take center stage. For example, juicy Palamós red prawns are simply grilled and served on their own. All the food on the menu is grilled, from anchovies on toast to beetroot milk ice cream that ends the meal. The plating looks simple, but the taste is extraordinary. The control of fire is delicate and precise, with different ingredients using different types of wood and cooking methods. The most surprising dish is the Carabinero red prawns from Palamós, which can be said to be the most perfect red prawns in the world. The prawn roe is rich and flavorful, and the meat is about sixty percent cooked, offering a tender and juicy bite that bursts with the natural sweetness of the prawn. Despite receiving recognition, including the Chefs' Choice Award, and consistently ranking high on the 'World's 50 Best Restaurants' list, Chef Bittor Arguinzoniz remains humble. Asador Etxebarri has only dropped off the list once since 2009 and is currently ranked second. 🌟 It is also the best barbecue I have ever tasted.