Yumfizz visited the newly opened The Geranium to try their special offer Inaugural menu and to catch up again with its infamous chef Steven Saunders. Steven has a wealth of experience both here in Spain as well as the UK and is famous for the late Lady Di being a huge fan of his duck salad. The restaurant is in the new development area of La Cala, directly across feom Aldi and parking is plentiful. We were given a warm welcome and sat inside very comfortably. Tables are spaced well and there is a definite ambience of calm and professionalism. Music at perfect volume and lighting was great too (important for us ladies dining together 🙂
The Yum: Geranium will work with tasting menus alone, including options for special dietary requirements as well as wine pairings. We were welcomed warmly with a board of delicious breads and spicy cream and the waiter very thoughtfully checked throughout the meal if we wanted more or wanted it taken from the table. Photo of the menu is attached and it didn’t disappoint. The scallop was cooked perfectly and the Beef Wellington was a triumph. For my personal taste the veg was a tad too al dente but better so than an over-cooked mush. We were also presented with the famous duck salad with it’s delicious layers of flavours of pomegranate and soya – only a bit of crispiness to the duck would have enhanced it to a little more.
The Fizz: As there was wine included in this Inaugural menu we enjoyed the cava, as well as a white Verdejo, Rose and Rioja but we did treat ourselves to a rich Ribera del Duero. There are many of us who prefer to drink our red wine a little cooler nowadays and it might be an idea for them to provide for this.
The Rest: Steven is clearly in charge of every aspect of running the operation, as well as what comes out of the kitchen. Service was smooth, extremely professional and unobtrusive (they make a particular effort not to interrupt conversation at the table which is rare in many restaurants) . We asked for plenty of time between courses so that we could chat and enjoy and could not have asked for better. This menu is just the start of what we are sure is going to be an fabulous addition to the La Cala dining scene and we look forward to many more visits.
Yumfizz rating: 8.5/10
The Geranium
Av. de Mare Nostrum, 13, 29649 La Cala de Mijas, Málaga
https://thenewgeranium.com