Spanish flavors are set to make waves on the shores of Nha Trang with the official launch of Gran Meliá Nha Trang’s signature restaurant Hispania, the most upscale Spanish restaurant to debut in the popular beachside town. Guided by a chef with a Michelin star track record and based on the successful Hispania restaurants of Europe, the first Hispania in Asia brings Spanish cuisine to life with the freshest Vietnamese ingredients. “Gran Meliá Nha Trang is set to become more than just a luxury resort,” said Ernesto Osuna, General Manager of the hotel. “With Hispania and the hotel’s other upscale dining outlets, such as Shibui, we expect to become a destination of reference for haute cuisine in Nha Trang, set to raise the bar on gastronomy in the city.” To cement its position as a hub for the best in luxury gastronomy, Gran Meliá Nha Trang will host “Una Cita at Hispania” on January 13th. Limited seats are available for this exclusive VIP multi-course meal by Michelin-starred chefs. The fine dining will be accompanied by live entertainment that fuses Spanish and Vietnamese cultures. The luxury resort is also offering a one-off gastronomic weekend package “A Culinary Escapade to Spain” that is available to the public. Several of Spain’s top chefs will be gracing the kitchens for the multi-day extravaganza, including Marcos Morán, the seasoned culinary star behind the Hispania concept and the restaurant’s menu. Marcos Morán is the fifth generation in a lineage of chefs. He currently helms Casa Gerardo, a one-star Michelin restaurant serving authentic Asturian cuisine — something which the Moran family has done at the location since 1882. During his career Morán has been awarded one Michelin Star, three Soles Repsols, Spain’s version of Michelin Stars; and “Chef of the future” by the International Gastronomy Academy. He is also behind Hispania’s two other outposts, including its Michelin-starred Brussels restaurant. Joining Morán will be his right-hand man, Adrián Mancheño, from Hispania Brussels who has worked in some of Spain’s most prestigious restaurants including Casa Gerardo, Coque Madrid and the three-starred Celler de Can Roca, which was crowned the World’s Best Restaurant in 2013 and 2015. Pepe Solla of the family-owned Michelin-starred Casa Solla also joins the stellar chef line up. Solla, according to the Michelin guide has “hospitality coursing through his veins,” and is known for his creative cuisine inspired by the culinary traditions of the region of Galicia. He is also a founding member of the Asociación Gallega de Sumilleres (Association of sommeliers of Galicia). Casa Solla and Casa Gerardo, both are proud to be the restaurants that own the oldest Michelin stars in Spain. Begoña Rodrigo will also be showcasing her skills in Hispania’s kitchen, which she has cultivated around the globe since beginning her career at 19. The exceptional chef is behind the Michelin-Starred La Salita restaurant and has worked in upscale restaurants throughout Europe, including as Head Chef at the two Michelin-Starred private club Aquarium. “Hispania, and the talented chefs joining us in January, will offer an immersive escapade through the food and wine of Spain’s beautiful regions,” explained Osuna. “The dishes are inspired by Spanish culture, culinary history, and the different seas and oceans that surround Spain: Mediterranean, Cantabria and Atlantic, as well as each chef’s hometown.” Hispania Nha Trang’s menu includes signature dishes that feature in Hispania London and Brussels and showcase the best of Spanish gastronomy, while embracing new culinary trends in Spain. The wine selection is representative of the best of hundreds of years of Spanish wine-making traditions. The new menu for 2024 will be launched during the event. Located in its own private bay with the Fairy Mountain peaks behind and the sea stretching out in front, Gran Meliá Nha Trang is an upscale sanctuary inspired by the surrounding landscape. The new property features 91 expansive private pool villas; five gastronomic destinations; and indulgent wellness offerings from onsen to spa. The property’s four other dining destinations introduce global flavors from Japan to the Mediterranean. The refined Shibui restaurant is an elegant affair that taps the abundant seafood Nha Trang is known for, for superior Japanese cuisine. In addition to the main dining area the restaurant features a sushi bar and a Teppanyaki counter. The upscale offering highlights omakase-style dining (chef’s choice menus) made with the freshest, seasonal ingredients. Three distinct courses are available consisting of 8-9 courses each. The aesthetic embraces Japan’s penchant for understated luxury, simplicity, and clean lines. Natura highlights the bounty of the natural world through a blend of dishes from the surrounding region and the Mediterranean. The chic lobby bar Theia is named for the Greek goddess of sight and light. The laid-back Sal pool bar offers refreshing cocktails and light bites in the sunshine with a tropical breeze. “The Gran Meliá brand brings the Spanish luxury of ‘A Life Well Lived’ to the world while embracing the local culture and traditions of each destination,” added Osuna. “Our Hispania event with its fusion of Vietnamese ingredients and Spanish flavors, alongside performances that span both cultures, is the perfect example of this.” The five-star Gran Meliá brand currently has 14 hotels worldwide in leading destinations. These include such hotels as Gran Meliá Iguazu in Argentina; along with Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá in Madrid and Villa Agrippina Gran Meliá in Rome, both of which are converted palaces and Leading Hotels of the World. The ‘Una Cita at Hispania’ dinner with wine pairing is VND 5 million per person, dinner without wine pairing is VND 3 million per person. The weekend package per couple is VND 25 million (1,035 USD) including a dinner by Michelin-starred chefs with wine pairing. The special offer is also inclusive of a two-night villa stay with free upgrade, daily breakfast, and round-trip airport transfers. This one-time experience has very limited seats available. For more information or to make a booking call +84 258 386 8888, email to gmnt.info@melia.com, or visit https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/vietnam/nha-trang/gran-melia-nha-trang

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Further to its grand debut on 6th July 2023, Gran Melia Nha Trang marks Gran Melia Hotels and Resorts’ first ultra-luxury resort in Southeast Asia, expanding its signature philosophy of “A Life Well Lived’ and with the promise to cater to every aspect of guests’ wellbeing. Fusing the Spanish luxury service culture with the finest Vietnamese hospitality, the hotel will offer exceptional experiences, from cultural destination tours to extraordinary resort pampering, rooted in the principles of well-being and the art of living.   Nestled in the stunning Southern Vietnamese coastline, Gran Meliá Nha Trang is the new luxury landmark located in the renowned coastal city Nha Trang, in the capital of Khánh Hòa Province, beloved for pristine beaches, scuba diving spots, and for being recognized as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. The resort offers 272 rooms with 20 distinct room types, including the Gran Ocean Junior Suite with immediate, sumptuous views of Nha Trang Bay, replete with a lounge area and a terrace with ocean views; the modern spacious Beachfront with a lush garden and a large balcony; the spectacular Oceanfront Pool Villa with a terrace and front-facing sea views, a private outdoor pool and a separate lounge area. Gran Meliá Nha Trang’s variety of international dining destinations are well poised to harmonize Mediterranean and Asian cuisines, offering a spellbinding gastronomical journey from East to West. Natura uses only the freshest and most natural ingredients for an elegant affair of Mediterranean and Asian fusion, across its full-service breakfast, lunch and dinner, with indoor and outdoor options. Hispania Nha Trang presents elevated Spanish cuisine, lovingly prepared by internationally-acclaimed Michelin recognised chef Marcos Morán’s team, with culinary creations that pay homage to Spanish culture and a well-stocked wine cellar for the most discerning connoisseurs. Shibui pays tribute to Japan’s rich culinary heritage, serving sushi, teppanyaki, and grilled dishes in a setting that celebrates refined and discreet Japanese design. A Treasure Trove of Artistic Architecture and Integrated Entertainment For travellers seeking soul-nourishment and utter rejuvenation, the hotel offers excellent wellness services and facilities, including a main pool overlooking the bay, fitness centres, and the finest spa and Turkish bath, which are equipped with an onsen and a sustainability programme. Nature lovers can find tranquility in the natural saltwater lakes that flow in from the surrounding coves, or leverage on this prime location for water sports, scuba diving, water skiing and extreme options such as parasailing and flyboarding. The unique location of Gran Meliá Nha Trang also offers a convenient launchpad for guests to discover main attractions with ease, including the Ponagar Tower, Long Son Pagoda, Nha Trang Beach, and Bo Ho Waterwall. Gran Meliá Nha Trang is located within the integrated resort complex of Vega City, known as the City of Arts and Entertainment in Vietnam, as well as a symbol of artistic architecture and an impressive new entertainment destination in Nha Trang and Vietnam. A great variety of facilities colour the vast 44-hectare site, and guests can delight in visiting the historical Promenade of the Stars, the dazzling Dance of Lights show, Van San Dao, Vietnam’s first coral reef park in the coastal bay, a tropical Beach Club, and unique artwork at every corner.

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