Audrey’s

“The best moment of the day is when the fresh produce arrives in the kitchen, and I start thinking about the dishes I want to create. The ingredients are guaranteed to be fresh, as most of them are sourced from local producers, right down to the oil that we serve guests at the table.”

Shrimp with almond cream and Teulada grapes; Dénia local red shrimp marinated with pumpkin and herbs; and Benissa local fresh tomatoes presented pickled, dried, frozen, and in soup.

Audrey’s is a hidden gem located within the AR Diamante Beach Hotel in Calpe. Head Chef Rafa Soler is living proof that, sometimes, modern cooking techniques can be used not only to delight, but also entertain your palate. The tasting menu explores the area around Alicante, first transporting us to the sea for a false cappuccino (a foamy shrimp broth), then heading into the mountain woodlands for a delightful rabbit and artichoke rice dish. The superb menu is further enhanced by an unusual wine pairing, where the sommelier handpicks only local wines. The selection so perfectly complements Soler’s dishes that, for one night only, no one misses a glass of Rioja.