A symbolic farewell on the most emblematic avenue
After more than 40 years operating in the Avenue Gasteiz of Vitoria‑Gasteizthe Zaldiaran restaurant has confirmed its departure from this historic address at the end of 2026 or beginning of 2027, in accordance with the plan drawn up and cited by local media.
This establishment, which has become reference of the Basque gastronomy and Spanish, also organized the prestigious National Congress of Author’s Cuisine and achieved international recognition, including a Michelin star for 14 years.
From the urban heart to a global project in Foronda
Although its seat at Street will throw it away fenceZaldiaran does not disappear. The businessman behind the project acquired a Foronda Palacewhere the restaurant should move pending the development of a more ambitious plan including a gastronomy academyA wine estate with international references and spaces for events and conferences.
Relocation aims not only to keep alive the brandbut also amplify your scope and create a multifunctional activity center culinary and cultural.
Goals beyond moving
- Recover the Michelin star lost with a renewed proposal.
- Transform the new head office in a meeting point for professionals and enthusiasts of high gastronomy.
- Increase international projection of the project.
The ambition of the transfer is to offer more than dining area. The plan envisages a complex where the traininghe came and gastronomy intertwine to attract both the local audience I like international visitors.
Zaldiaran: history and heritage of the city
Since its opening in 1984Zaldiaran was installed as one of culinary stamps the most important of Vitoria‑Gasteiz and the Basque Countrycombining tradition and contemporary techniques in its menus. Over the decades, this restaurant has witnessed culinary milestones and helped put the city on the map national and international gastronomy.
Recognitions and contributions
Zaldiaran obtained various prizes and distinctionsincluding a Michelin star and the National Gastronomy Prize, which consolidated its status as reference establishment for the Spanish haute cuisine. His style combines traditional dishes and contemporary culinary reinterpretations.
Local impact and community response
The news of closing of the main office provoked reactions in the local communitymany of them are nostalgic for the end of a stage, while others observe with interest the new management of the project. This change also reflects the transformations which faces the premium hospitality in an urban environment and the need to adapt new requests and economic models.
Benefits of processing
- Space to innovate beyond a traditional restaurant.
- Ability to create complete gastronomic experiences (classes, tasting, activities).
- Greater tourist attraction and cultural in the new location.
Future outlook
With the opening planned for 2026 of the new head office in ForondaZaldiaran aspires to consolidate himself as complete gastronomic center and to regain its place of choice in international guides and scenes. The underlying strategy aims to strengthen the brandexpand your offering and connect Basque culinary tradition with a global audience.
This movement marks a important stage of the journey of Zaldiaran: to be a urban classic become a multidimensional project who seeks to merge culture, education and gastronomy in a single epicenter.
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