Parawdiso, Restaurant in Ibiza, Spain
In the heart of the bustling village of Santa Gertrudis lies a sun-drenched slice of paradise with a unique approach to fresh and healthy food – Parawdiso, the island’s only 100% organic and vegetarian restaurant.
The spacious restaurant bar, eco-deli and store – featuring an exquisitely styled outdoor terrace complete with swinging chairs, large tables, a chic interior and quaint courtyard – will delight vegetarians, greenies and gourmet foodies alike.
Parawdiso’s menu features classic items such as burgers, tacos, spaghetti and falafels, made from the finest locally sourced produce. The twist? Think tubes of spaghetti carved from raw zucchini, topped with luscious diced tomato, freshly picked herbs and finely grated pine nuts or delectable golden taco shells made of carrot and linseed, stuffed with avocado, tomato, onion and spicy sauce.
So convincing is the presentation it’s not until first bite you become aware the food is uncooked. Pioneers of the raw cuisine movement, owners Kristyan Geyr and Sarah Weyrich assure even the strictest of carnivores that satisfaction is guaranteed, so don’t let the term ‘raw’ scare you off – why not rise to the challenge?
Action emails over breakfast as you sip organic coffee with soymilk or taste-sensational smoothies or after dark, delve into the world of organic cocktails as Parawdiso is transformed into a meet and greet cocktail lounge with DJs and music – perfect for intimate events. Caipiroskas, mojitos and daiquiris are whipped up with organic spirits plus fresh fruits and natural syrup, a difference you’ll notice in taste and reduced ‘morning-after’ side effects.
Not content with tempting our tastebuds, Parawdiso offers dried foods, organic wines, educational films, books and the socially conscious fashion label, Kuyichi. On-the-go? Menu items are also available to take away – who needs refrigeration or heating?
They say raw, we say well done!
Published article updated on July 10, 2009