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The Pilar long weekend is a special occasion to get away as a couple, or with the family, and enjoy unforgettable moments. Two exceptional destinations for this getaway are Marbella and Madrid, two Spanish cities that offer unique experiences, and what better way to do it than enjoying the exquisite gastronomy of chef Dani García in his restaurants.

In Marbella, the first stop should be the old town, where narrow cobbled streets and whitewashed houses create an enchanting atmosphere. After exploring, head to Dani García’s “Bibo Marbella”, located in Hotel Puente Romano. This restaurant offers a unique culinary experience, fusing Andalusian tradition with innovative touches. In the same area you could also enjoy Leña, Alelí or Kemuri. If you prefer fish, seafood and good rice dishes, Lobito de Mar is your perfect plan. Otherwise, Dani García’s Tragabuches will offer you the best of Andalusian produce with its zero-kilometre dishes.

After a spectacular dinner, you can enjoy a romantic stroll along Marbella’s Paseo Marítimo, under the moonlight. The sea breeze and the sound of the waves will create a magical atmosphere. Then, your journey will take you to Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain. A day exploring the famous Retiro Park is a must. Rent a boat on the pond, stroll through the beautiful gardens and discover the Crystal Palace, an architectural gem. 

In Madrid, book a table at BiBo Madrid, Lobito Jorge Juan or La Finca, Leña or Smoked Room. A variety of options to recharge your batteries after the capital’s big plans. 

After dinner, explore Gran Vía, known as “Madrid’s Broadway,” and soak up the excitement of Madrid’s nightlife. A cocktail in one of the bars in the area or a stroll around the Plaza Mayor will complete your romantic night on the town.

Over the Pilar long weekend, Marbella and Madrid become the perfect settings for a getaway full of flavour and romance, thanks to the magic of Dani García’s restaurants and the beauty of these Spanish cities.

Bibo Madrid, the prestigious restaurant of renowned chef Dani García, is celebrating its seventh anniversary with pride and excitement. Since its opening in the Spanish capital, this establishment has left an indelible mark on the Madrid gastronomic scene, offering a unique fusion of traditional Andalusian flavours with an innovative and avant-garde approach.

During these seven years, BiBo Madrid has captivated its diners with an exceptional culinary experience. Its elegant and modern ambience, combined with impeccable service, make every visit memorable. The restaurant has become a must-visit destination for both haute cuisine lovers and curious palates in search of new flavours and sensations.

Three Michelin-starred (2019) chef Dani García has been the architect behind BiBo Madrid’s success. His ability to combine Andalusian culinary tradition with innovative techniques and presentations has brought the restaurant’s dishes to unparalleled levels of excellence. Each creation on the menu reflects García’s passion and dedication to his cuisine, winning diners over with an explosion of flavours and textures.

For its seventh anniversary, BiBo Madrid has prepared special surprises for regular customers and those coming for the first time. A unique dinner on 23 August “From Madrid to seventh heaven” where diners can enjoy BiBo’s most representative dishes with an exclusive wine pairing.

In conclusion, BiBo Madrid’s seventh anniversary represents a story of success and dedication to culinary excellence. The restaurant has established itself as a benchmark in Madrid’s gastronomic scene and continues to delight its diners with exceptional dishes and memorable experiences – many more years of success and unforgettable flavours at BiBo Madrid to come!

The festival of San Juan is one of the most popular celebrations in Spain and is held on the night of 23rd to 24th June. This date marks the summer solstice and the beginning of the summer season.

On this magical night, the cities and towns of Spain are filled with bonfires and people celebrating around them. The tradition of lighting bonfires on the night of San Juan has its origins in ancient times, when it was believed that fire had a purifying power and that by jumping over the flames one could eliminate negative energies and start the summer on the right foot.

In some areas of Spain, such as Valencia and Alicante, the festival of the Bonfires of San Juan is celebrated, where huge wooden and papier-mâché structures are erected and burnt on the night of 24 June, known as the “Nit de la Cremà” (Night of the Cremation). It is an extremely popular festival in which the inhabitants organise themselves into commissions to build and decorate these huge structures, which usually represent satirical figures or current events.

Another widespread tradition on the night of San Juan is that of bathing in the sea or in nearby rivers and springs. It is said that the water on the night of San Juan has healing properties and can purify the body and soul.

In some regions of Spain, such as Galicia, the “Noite da Queima” is also celebrated, with the burning of rag dolls representing popular characters and the setting off fireworks.

In short, the festival of San Juan is one of the most important celebrations in Spain, full of local traditions and with strong popular roots. The night of 23rd to 24th June becomes a magical night full of magic, in which fire and water are the protagonists and in which people celebrate the beginning of summer with joy and hope.

Happy anniversary BiBo Tarifa

From 2019 the nights of San Juan of Dani García Group are much more special since the arrival of BiBo Tarifa. Its opening was on the most magical night of the year. Next to Valdevaqueros beach, we enjoyed one more year the best atmosphere, gastronomy and landscape of Tarifa.


Happy birthday tarifeños!

The good thing about the arrival of the good weather is that the days get longer. The outdoor get-togethers with friends begin. And the long weekends also begin, like the Easter long weekend. A perfect time to enjoy, travel and get out of the house with no curfew. 

In between plans such as going to see museums, musicals, shopping or spending a few hours on the beach, you always have to make time to eat. During these days there are many gastronomic options. Whether you are in Marbella, Madrid or Tarifa. You may fancy a pizza from Alelí, the best embers of Leña, enjoy the best Japanese cuisine at Kemuri, sail the sea at Lobito de Mar or the trips of BiBo Dani García. Cuisine and menus for all tastes and days of the week. There are no excuses, only desire. 

Tragabuches Marbella’s Andalusian late-night snack.

Togetherness is strength. And enjoying yourself with friends and family revitalizes everyone. These days of Easter with public holidays and a very special weekend, the terrace lounge of Tragabuches has prepared  the best after lunch or pre-dinner evening for you . 

Music, special atmosphere and the best company to enjoy a fun evening in Marbella. 

By the way, don’t forget that you can also have breakfast in Dani García’s most Andalusian space from 9:30am to 11:30am from Monday to Sunday. 

Thursday and Friday start the day with brunch in Madrid

Holidays are for enjoying and celebrating. Go for a walk, go to the cinema or have a drink with friends. In the Dani García Group we don’t forget the start of the day and we suggest you start the day in style, with brunch at Leña or BiBo Madrid.

The first of them inaugurated just over a month ago and with embers as a nexus of union throughout its menu. For €45 per person, enjoy Leña’s best-known starters, choose a New York-inspired main course and finish with the sweetest touch. A unique and fiery experience for an unforgettable long weekend. 

BiBo is well-known in Madrid. A success that every week makes the people of Madrid enjoy the start of the day in style. For 39€ per person, very BiBo starters, a main course to remember and the best ice cream in the world for dessert.

“It’s addictive and that’s why I dream of everyone being able to try this sauce”. Just a few years ago, Dani García shared his impression of Bull Sauce with his community of followers, a condiment that has made some of his most emblematic dishes recognizable.

Firm in his desire to take his flavours and creations to all parts of the world, the Marbella chef has taken another step towards the democratization of his cuisine, and on this occasion, the secret is in the sauce. In collaboration with Carrefour, Dani García is bringing his Bull sauce to everyone’s fingertips for the first time. From now on, it will be available in more than200 of the companies’ supermarkets in three versions: original, gluten free and vegetarian.

Salsa Bull

Fundamental in its restaurants

Also known as Dani García’s “secret sauce”, this dressing forms part of some of the Andalusian chef’s most iconic dishes and meat bites. These include the oxtail brioche and the Bull Burger from BiBo, his most travelled concept; the burger that made sense of it all from Leña, his concept inspired by embers and smoke; or the Rossini burger from Dani Brasserie, his cosmopolitan and casual proposal at the Four Seasons Hotel Madrid. 

As of a few weeks ago you can not only enjoy it in the chef’s restaurants, but also at home with this new launch.

The December holiday returns, a few days of rest in the middle of the routine, and with it the pre-Christmas plans in family or with friends, Christmas lights, trips, lunch, and dinner… We bring you our list of favourite plans for these days in Spain or for more travel lovers.

The Spanish have again chosen the big cities of Europe for a pre-Christmas getaway, Madrid, Malaga, London, Budapest, Dublin… are some of the best bets for this long weekend for the Christmas atmosphere that inspire, in addition to the lighting itself for the occasion.

Alelí Marbella

Let us start with the capital, Madrid, and the wide variety of plans it offers:

Visit the market of the Plaza Mayor, Ice skating (Plaza de España, in Matadero, in the Crystal Gallery of the Palacio de Cibeles or in the Plaza de Colón) but… ¡ Huston, we have a problem! We need to recharge to face all these plans… we have the solution to make your belly smile again with meat, fish, tapas, sushi, Whatever you want!

We continue in Malaga with its characteristic lighting of Calle Larios; and since we are on the Costa del Sol, we cannot leave without visiting Marbella, with its Christmas lighting and its historic centre, Christmas markets… What better opportunity to enjoy Christmas and at the same time as the Andalusian cuisine, than in our restaurant Tragabuches, we also have options if you fancy meat, firewood, or fish? Lobito de Mar… although if you are more international, you can also travel to Italy with Alelí or Asia with Kemuri.

BiBO London

On the other hand, and for the more travel lovers London is another great bet for this long weekend, with its characteristic flea markets and its streets illuminated for the occasion. In London you cannot miss Winter Wonderland, a giant Christmas fair in Hyde Park, with attractions, ice skating rink, Christmas markets… Are you nostalgic or tired of so many fish & chips? Do not worry be happy, in BiBo Londres we are waiting for you to teleport to Spain.

Obviously, we cannot forget to support ”La Roja” in Qatar. For all those who have travelled to the Qatari capital to enjoy this world cup, we have the solution to make them feel at home, do you fancy meat? Firewood, you fancy a more sea breeze, Lobito de Mar and if you prefer something more tapas style, BiBo Doha.

The scariest day of the year has arrived. Frights, blood and the walking dead will hit the streets on Monday, October 31. For years it is more fashionable event in the city and plans are diverse. In addition, the public holiday of  on the 1st November  assures that the party and fun  is more than guaranteed. 

In BiBo Madrid, it  is clear. Food, cocktail, lights and action. The days in the capital do not stop and you have to keep up your strength with the most international menu of Dani Garcia. But, the day begins early. That’s why we have an ideal plan for the weekend and the long weekend. BiBo Halloween brunch with Chandon Garde Spritz. 

Uniquely and only this weekend, Moët’s new appetizer will welcome you on our most famous brunch menu in Madrid. In addition, only this weekend we also have brunch available on Monday and Tuesday. 

Book your table now to enjoy Chandon Garden Spritz, brunch, Halloween and BiBo Madrid. 

A perfect plan to give away

Halloween, Madrid has the perfect plan. Everything is possible. But the agendas may not be as synchronized as Chanel’s new theme. Therefore, you can always choose the option to give it as a gift and enjoy it on the weekend that best fits your schedule. You will have up to 12 months from the date of purchase,  for two people.

Click here and move the people you love to New York so they can have a unique experience. 

The most international menu

In addition to our brunch, remember that you can enjoy our menu from Monday to Sunday during lunch and dinner. Different sections divide a special and traveling menu with dishes for all tastes.

On 2 2021 BIBO Shoreditch opened its doors in London, a lively Andalusian brasserie with a unique take on Spanish food and with the most vibrant, eclectic and easy-going BIBO vibe brought by our chef, Dani García.

As BIBO London hits its one-year anniversary and BIBO Madrid enjoys its sixth birthday, our restaurants are ready for a celebration with a prize to win the finest culinary trip of the summer. So passport at the ready, as the Dani García Group is kicking things off in August with new openings in Spain and a trip to London!

THE BIBO PRIZE GIVEAWAY WINNER WILL TAKE TO THE SKIES TO CELEBRATE OUR ANNIVERSARY.

FANCY SAMPLING SOME OF THE SUMMER’S MOST BIBO DISHES? PACK YOUR BAG AND GET READY:

  • Feel like a true traveller by having lunch in Madrid and dinner in London, or lunch in London and dinner in Madrid.
  • Round trip for two from Madrid to London or vice versa.
  • One night’s hotel (Mondrian Shoreditch or Hyatt Regency Hesperia Madrid) for two, with breakfast included.

Take part from today (Monday) until the 15th at 1pm. The winner will be announced on 16/8. What are you waiting for?

CLICK HERE TO TAKE PART IN THE GIVEAWAY

SPANISH SPIRIT AT BIBO SHOREDITCH

BiBo Shoreditch is an uplifting, urbane space that’s perfect for informal lunches and lively dinners. Chef Dani García brings his unique, vibrant form of cooking to London in a relaxed space that is set to become the heart of the foodie scene in London, and which is famous for its stand-out, unforgettable flavours.

BiBo is born from the chef’s desire to bring the spirit of traditional Spanish food to a global audience, with a menu based on his home and his upbringing, honouring the techniques, flavours and ingredients that made him the chef he is today. It’s all about the Andalusian lifestyle based around long, easy-going lunches with friends and family, something we’re confident our London customers will be on board with.

A CUISINE WITHOUT BORDERS

Dani García, one of the most admired and internationally active Spanish chef in the world, the man behind the BiBo Shoreditch restaurant, and who recently announced new openings in Paris and Amsterdam, shares what he loves most about his home town.

Dani García’s position at the pinnacle of Spanish cuisine is the result of his impressive business project: the Dani García Group. After achieving a series of major successes, such as being awarded his Michelin star in 2019, Dani came up with BiBo, featuring venues in Marbella, Madrid, Tarifa, Ibiza and Doha, with the aim of creating a casual tapas and brasserie concept as a way to democratise the experience of a great meal.

Drawing on the natural beauty and unique landscapes of Spain’s southernmost region, the BiBo Shoreditch menu pays tribute to the culinary creativity of the Andalusian region and the various key ingredients that are synonymous with each province.

Welcome to the ideal place to discover the most delicious Spanish flavours, carefully presented in the form of traditional Andalusian dishes and tapas.

DANI GARCÍA AND THE BIBO TEAM HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!

After winning over the palates of Ibiza’s locals and visitors alike last summer, chef Dani García is back in the Balearic Islands for another summer with BiBo Ibiza Bay, his most cosmopolitan project, overlooking Talamanca beach, which opened on 26 May for a new season on the island.

As with the other BiBo restaurants, the Ibiza venue provides a relaxed and cosmopolitan take on some unexpected flavours and products. A culinary venture that will delight locals and visitors alike, taking you on a journey round every part of the island, through the most lively and very BiBo culinary style.
Combining the Málaga chef’s imagination and creativity with the concept of a brasserie, tapas bar and steak house, this most cosmopolitan project by the Dani García Group has once again opened its doors in Ibiza and its culinary delights are something not to be missed this summer.

The menu brings together the culinary memories that Dani García has gathered as a result of his travels, and BiBo has already triumphed in cities such as Madrid, London, Tarifa and Doha.

The coolest vibe

The relaxed luxury vibe of Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay is once again the perfect place for BiBo Ibiza Bay, as one of the most attractive culinary places to head for, with Nobu and the Chambao beach bar.

On this occasion, the new BiBo Ibiza Bay season will include a more authentic menu, where local and market produce will feature heavily. As part of this particular “travel guide”, Dani García takes inspiration from some of his mentors, such as Joël Robuchon, to prepare some of the restaurant’s most emblematic dishes.

This means the people of Ibiza can enjoy BiBo’s most iconic dishes, such as the famous oxtail brioche and the fried hake, in a unique setting on the shores of the Mediterranean.The restaurant is open daily from 7pm.

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