Aquiara shines with a 2026 Repsol Sun under the leadership of José María Borrás

Bep Al·lès/Ciutadella - Menorca’s gastronomy is enjoying a remarkable moment. The restaurant Aquiara, in Ciutadella, has been awarded one Repsol Sun in 2026, a distinction that consolidates the project led by chef José María Borrás as one of the most solid and distinctive culinary proposals in the Balearic Islands.

At the helm of the kitchen, Borrás champions local produce with a contemporary and elegant vision. His cuisine draws on Mediterranean essence and Menorca’s pantry —market-fresh fish, native meats, cheeses and seasonal vegetables— to create balanced, technically precise dishes full of sensitivity. Each creation seeks purity of flavour and absolute respect for the ingredients, avoiding unnecessary embellishments.

Yet the Aquiara experience goes beyond the plate. In the dining room, Megan Hernández, head of front of house and sommelier, brings professionalism, warmth and a carefully curated wine selection that complements the culinary proposal. Her close collaboration with the kitchen and attention to detail play a decisive role in shaping a harmonious and memorable experience.

The Repsol Sun thus recognises not only culinary excellence, but also the coherence of a project where kitchen and dining room work in perfect harmony.