This summer, the iconic five-star Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort, located between Marbella and Estepona and proudly part of The Leading Hotels of the World, emerges as the culinary jewel of the Costa del Sol. Surrounded by rolling hills, pristine golf courses and breathtaking sea views, this luxurious sanctuary invites guests to an unforgettable evening at By The Sea Beach Club on Friday 11 July, where haute cuisine meets art and tradition.
The night begins at 9 pm with a captivating ronqueo demonstration, the intricate and ritualistic art of filleting a magnificent bluefin tuna from Balfegó weighing over 300 kilograms. Guided by a knowledgeable presenter, guests will discover each prized cut of this majestic fish, learning about its distinct textures, culinary potential, and fascinating secrets. The ronqueo technique takes its name from the distinctive “ronquido” or “snore” sound created as the knife glides along the tuna’s spine, a sound that echoes centuries of tradition.
Following this extraordinary display, guests will savour a bespoke cocktail tasting by the sea. The menu celebrates the bluefin tuna through an inspired selection of dishes crafted to enhance the fish’s flavour, texture, and versatility. The culinary journey features delicacies such as cured tuna ham, assorted gildas, porra antequerana with salted tuna belly, roasted pepper salad with confit galete, pickled tuna “armónica,” tuna meatballs in tomato sauce, tuna croquettes with smoked pancetta, and confit leek with thinly sliced tuna and romesco sauce. All this unfolds against the backdrop of live flamenco, the soothing sound of waves and the gentle Mediterranean breeze.
By The Sea Beach Club will continue to offer these exquisite tuna creations on its menu until 27 July, allowing guests to relish the exceptional qualities of bluefin tuna throughout the summer.
Balfegó: Excellence in Sustainability and Taste
Renowned worldwide, Balfegó bluefin tuna stands out not only for its unparalleled quality but also for a rigorous traceability system that ensures transparency and food safety. Balfegó is the only company globally to harvest tuna at the precise moment of peak fat content, catering to clients’ exact demands. Their method guarantees stress-free extraction, producing fish of extraordinary gastronomic value featured in the finest restaurants across the globe.
By The Sea Beach Club
Located on one of Málaga’s most privileged beaches, By The Sea Beach Club reinterprets the Andalusian chiringuito with sophistication and care. Emphasising locally sourced ingredients, fresh seafood, rice dishes and seaside cocktails, the venue blends impeccable service with unforgettable sunsets, creating the perfect setting for unique celebrations such as this.
You can read The Luxury Editor review of Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort here.
Information
Attendance is limited. Tickets priced at €75 include the ronqueo demonstration, cocktail tasting with wine, soft drinks, and beer plus the live flamenco show.
Tickets can be purchased through this link.
Contact Details
Website: www.anantara.com
Address: Urbanizacion Villa Padierna Golf Resort, Autovía del Mediterráneo, km166, 29679 Marbella, Málaga, Spain
