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Abarike seafood and fish restaurant in the center of Gijon by chef Lara Roguez chef del cxantabrico


What makes Cantabrian seafood different
The Cantabrian Sea is not a calm sea. Strong currents, cold waters, and rocky bottoms force shellfish to develop more robustly. This influences texture and flavor. The meat is firmer and the flavor more intense. A Cantabrian lobster has pronounced fibers and clear juices. It's not a romantic notion, it's physiology. Their diet also changes. The seabed influences what they eat, and this is reflected in the final taste. Farmed shellfish doesn't taste the same as shellfish caugh
Lara Roguez
3 days ago1 min read


Where to eat seafood in Gijón: current guide
Gijón lives facing the sea. That's reflected in the seafood on offer, but not all seafood is created equal. If you're looking for truly excellent seafood, pay attention to three things. First, origin. Ask where the product comes from and what stage it's at. The Cantabrian Sea has clear seasons. A spider crab in winter is nothing like one that's out of season. Second, rotation. Fresh seafood doesn't keep well for long periods. Look at the menu. If it's short and changes freque
Lara Roguez
Mar 21 min read


Discover Our Christmas Delivery Boxes from Abarike
This year at Abarike, we want to bring the magic of Christmas to your home. We know that the holidays are a time to enjoy, share, and...
Lara Roguez
Nov 3, 20242 min read
Abarike and the sea sustainability
Restaurant Abarike, led by chef Lara Roguez, has crafted a unique identity rooted in marine sustainability, where responsible consumption...
Lara Roguez
Oct 13, 20242 min read


Lara Roguez
Jul 1, 20240 min read


We are launching a spring menu and with it comes the seafood dishes at abarike
With a prior reservation of at least 72 hours, enjoy your Cantabrian seafood platter with lobster or lobster that arrives that same...
Lara Roguez
Apr 22, 20241 min read


Straight from the Vigo rula, the large specimen was caught last night in Cantabrian waters and could be one of the "largest pixins in Spain"
Direct from the Vigo rula and caught last night in Cantabrian waters, a large specimen of monkfish weighing 55 kilos arrived today at the...
Lara Roguez
Apr 22, 20242 min read
abarike turns one year old and launches blog news
Next April 6, the Abarike restaurant turns 1 year old and we celebrate it by launching this news section and with a new "share" menu...
Lara Roguez
Apr 22, 20241 min read
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