Standing proudly at the very highest point of Dalt Vila, 1742 occupies the majestic setting of an 18th Century palace. Redolent of history and tradition, it simply exudes opulence and fine living. More than just a restaurant, 1742 is an epicurean experience that starts long before the first mouthful.
For its discerning gourmet diners, the journey commences the moment they are picked up at the meeting point. From there, they set off through the atmospheric cobblestone alleys and walls that have witnessed the passage of all the civilisations that have made their home on the White Island. It culminates beneath a starry sky, with views of the Mediterranean that envelops Ibiza in its blue infinity.
The culinary wonders that emerge from the kitchen in 1742 are the brainchild of the multiple award-winning Dutch masterchef, Edwin Vinke. Given this pedigree, it is no surprise that 1742 has already been recognised three times in the prestigious Michelin Guide and awarded the “Best Concept” prize by the Ibiza and Formentera Academy of Gastronomy.
His cutting-edge approach to food goes beyond serving up mere sustenance. Rather, it speaks directly to the diner’s soul owing to the focus on using only the freshest local produce and sculpting exquisite, flavour-rich dishes that bring all the senses to life.
Naturally, at 1742, wine drinking is elevated to an authentic art form. Thanks to its bodega - the oldest on Ibiza - it houses a unique collection of outstanding bottles—many of which cannot be obtained elsewhere.
When it comes to live music, the exclusive ambiance is accompanied by the ethereal voices of soprano singers who interpret carefully chosen pieces. The effect wraps each dish in an aura of emotion and fleeting beauty.
Dining at 1742 is to create, to discover, to feel. Ultimately, it is to give oneself to art.
Resort: Ibiza Town (Eivissa)
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