Abarike

Abarike is a gastronomic restaurant in Gijón, Spain, specializing in seafood sourced exclusively from the Cantabrian Sea, particularly the FAO 27.8 zone. Chef and CEO Lara Roguez leads the kitchen with a commitment to product quality, technique, and total traceability. The restaurant emphasizes transparency by providing guests with detailed information about each dish’s origin, fishing method, weight, and capturer. This approach highlights the work of small-scale fishermen and promotes responsible consumption through storytelling integrated into the dining experience. The dining space features a modern and intimate design centered around a bar where guests can observe each dish being plated while engaging with the traceability narrative firsthand. The atmosphere fosters an immersive connection between diners and the sustainable sourcing that defines the kitchen’s philosophy. Abarike’s cuisine is highly technical and contemporary, presented predominantly through tasting menus that balance texture, intensity, and rhythm. These menus focus on seasonal, sustainable marine products, showcasing creative preparations of traceable fish and shellfish from the Cantabrian Sea.