Enigma es una recomendación en la guía curada de Almanac Barcelona.
Enigma es el laboratorio gastronómico de Albert Adrià: una experiencia de menú degustación que se despliega como un recorrido escénico por espacios de estética depurada y ritmo cuidadosamente coreografiado. Aquí, la técnica se vuelve narrativa y la sorpresa, un lenguaje propio; un espejo sutil de la Barcelona contemporánea, curiosa y exigente, donde la cena se vive como cultura.
This place was a surprise, and the creativity is appreciated. Nevertheless, the sheer amount of small dishes was kind of an overkill and increased the chances that they are not all great. Some were spectacular, some others good, and one very disappointing (sea urchin). Overall, I recommended the experience, but they still have a journey ahead.
Another Michelin starred restaurant checked off my list! The decor is very minimalistic and modern, which I loved. Very clean, intentional, and extremely aesthetically pleasing. The space even smells like a luxe hotel lobby. The soft grey color palette is beautiful, and when you walk in, you’re greeted by the kitchen team and servers, which sets the tone right away. Enigma literally means “puzzle” in Spanish, and…
Truly one of the greatest restaurant experiences of my life—and that says a lot, as I’ve dined at places like Noma in Copenhagen and other highly acclaimed restaurants. First, we were welcomed by the one and only Albert Adrià, and we even watched him taste and refine dishes with his team. Seeing his analytical skills at work, live, is a memory I’ll always keep. Second, the staff took care of us with impeccable…