Chef Paco Pérez and Hotel Arts Barcelona unveiled their new luxury catering service, Horitzó, at the Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA) last Tuesday. The launch presented an immersive culinary experience, blending art and gastronomy for an exclusive audience.
An Immersive Culinary Launch
The event transformed MACBA's striking architecture into a grand dining area. Guests first enjoyed a "snack spectacle" in the museum's lobby. This initial offering included delicate dishes. Guests enjoyed thin almond tart with asparagus and caviar. Other items were pickled razor clams and clams in a vibrant green sea broth. Attendees viewed the "Explorations in the Mar d’Amunt" exhibition during this reception. This exhibition looks at Paco Pérez's creative world and the landscape surrounding his Miramar restaurant in Llançà.
Ampurdan Inspiration and Artistic Expression
The Ampurdan region's essence significantly inspires Pérez's cuisine. This influence extends to his Enoteca by Paco Pérez restaurant at Hotel Arts. The chef views gastronomy as an artistic expression, drawing directly from his surroundings. The main dining experience featured an "imperial table" adorned with an immaculate white tablecloth. A line of waiters and waitresses served main courses following the initial snack presentation.
A Menu Inspired by Catalonia
The menu took guests on a journey through the chef's imagination. Dishes included "Remembering Gaudí," a composition noted for its marine intensity. Another highlight was "Crying Peas with Sea Background." Sounds and images representing Pérez's culinary universe accompanied the meal. This commissioned piece for Horitzó created a sensory and immersive experience for all guests. The new Horitzó luxury menu offers this full immersive experience to clients.
Barcelona's High-End Gastronomy
This new luxury catering service aims to strengthen Barcelona's position as a destination for high-end gastronomic events. It combines the city's artistic heritage with new culinary offerings. The initiative highlights the collaboration between a celebrated chef and a prestigious hotel. This partnership provides unique experiences for residents and visitors seeking exceptional dining.
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Originally published by La Vanguardia Barcelona. Read original article.
