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Holidays in Andorra are all about adventure, whether that’s on the ski slopes or out on the mountain trails, but a visit to this part of the world can also allow you to be adventurous when it comes to trying out new gourmet restaurants and haute cuisine recipes. When on holiday, you deserve to eat well and the good news is that at Grandvalira Resorts Andorra you’ll find not only the best food in Andorra but some of the best dishes from across the entire Pyrenees.
The gourmet food Grandvalira has served up over the years has consistently received rave reviews from guests, and there is fresh excitement about the gourmet experiences that this group of ski resorts will be able to offer in the coming months and years, following the arrival of the renowned Michelin-star chef Nandu Jubany, who is now working with Grandvalira Resorts Andorra.
In this blog post on the gourmet food Grandvalira is preparing to serve in the coming seasons, we’ll explain exactly what flavours and delicacies you can expect to find on the plate and where chef Nandu Jubany’s influence will be felt.
Discover Grandvalira’s gourmet restaurants
If you’re visiting Grandvalira and you’re looking for the best food in Andorra, then you’ve come to the right place. This historic ski resort offers all kinds of cuisines for every taste, from gourmet restaurants with à la carte menus to more casual eateries, such as self-service and fast-food stands, where you can grab a quick bite after a busy day of skiing or snowboarding down the slopes. In total, there are more than 60 dining points at Grandvalira, so there is a great variety on offer.
In terms of the gourmet restaurants on site, there are so many options to choose from. There is the El Racó de Solanelles Restaurant, with its fireplace, solid wood finishes, overall cosy atmosphere and spectacular panoramic views. Or there’s the Restaurant Roc de les Bruixes, a family restaurant with rustic decoration serving traditional cuisine in an equally cosy setting.
There are speciality gourmet restaurants too, like the Restaurant l'Arrosseria Pi de Migdia, which specialises in rice dishes that wow and even surprise the palate, or La Trattoria, a restaurant focusing on Italian cuisine while embracing the modern concept of showcooking.
On top of those examples, there are the standout gourmet restaurants of Vodka Bar at Grandvalira and the Braseria Piolet at Grandvalira, each of which is undergoing an exciting transformation thanks to the arrival of a new Michelin-star chef.
The signature of chef Nandu Jubany
In the month of December 2024, Grandvalira Resorts Andorra made an exciting announcement, which was that world-famous chef Nandu Jubany is joining the Grandvalira family. The Michelin-star chef from Catalonia is going to contribute to the already-excellent gourmet experience at Grandvalira, primarily at the Vodka Bar and at the Braseria Piolet.
Gourmet experience with Michelin-star chef Nandu Jubany
As fans of chef Nandu Jubany will already know, his gourmet restaurants offer some of the most exciting and dynamic food in Spain, Europe and the world. Known for his love of mixing traditional recipes with modern techniques and ideas, this is exactly the kind of experience that many holiday-goers to Andorra are looking for.
As his own website explains: “Nandu Jubany’s gastronomic proposal seeks and finds a balance between traditional quality cuisine and modern, brilliant cuisine, between complexity and subtlety. Always with local and seasonal products and reinvented recipes that take care of even the smallest detail.”
Nandu Jubany’s haute cuisine at Grandvalira’s restaurant
As for the restaurants Nandu Jubany will be overseeing at Grandvalira Resorts Andorra, these will primarily be the Vodka Bar and the Braseria Piolet, two of Grandvalira’s top establishments. At both of these venues, it is said that chef Nandu Jubany will serve “a selection of varied high-quality dishes” and that these will “combine après-ski with unique gastronomic experiences”.
Guests can also expect the freshest local ingredients to be used, to give the dishes a uniquely Andorran and Pyrenean character. The Pyrenees Mountain Range is known for its high-quality produce, especially vegetables, so the source material is already off to a terrific start. Combine that with the innovative culinary techniques of chef Nandu Jubany, all while honouring traditional recipes, and it promises to be a winning combination.
On top of all that, diners will be treated to the exceptional service that has characterised Grandvalira since its opening. Nestled amongst Andorra’s most impressive ski slopes, the atmosphere is terrific too and makes for an unforgettable gourmet experience.
Culinary delights at Grandvalira resorts
Of course, this won’t be the only gourmet food Grandvalira serves up over the coming winter and summer season. As mentioned above, there are so many other state-of-the-art restaurants spread across Grandvalira Resorts Andorra, while the more casual eateries also put together some memorable and beloved dishes.
Put simply, Andorra is a special place for food, with its mix of Spanish and French culture, its Mediterranean ingredients and haute cuisine recipes. This is a principality with strong culinary traditions and a history of putting together dishes that warm the winter soul. The local ski resorts have embraced this culture from minute one and, without a doubt, Grandvalira’s dedication to providing exceptional dining experiences for all tastes and budgets has made it a destination that satisfies both adventure seekers and food enthusiasts alike.