The famous De Medici Restaurant has undergone a complete transformation with new ownership and a menu containing the finest international cuisine on the coast.
The new De Medici is barely unrecognisable from its previous colour-clashing interior. The image overhaul has seen a fantastic new, modern, white and grey themed décor and a beautiful terrace and bar area transform the stunning space which benefits from high ceilings, chandeliers and abstract art and murials adorning the walls.
New owners Jonathan and Carole Sobell have renowned industry knowledge with four generations of experience in catering and events. They have looked after Madonna, Bill Clinton and Michael Jackson so you know your visit to this amazing new restaurant will be something special!
The De Medici restaurant menu is incredibly vast and has something to cater for everyone. Co-owner Jonathan has travelled the world extensively and has taken the best dishes from around the world, teamed with the freshest local and international ingredients, to make up this superb, tastebud-tantalising menu. The head chef was originally from Claridge´s in London – another string to the De Medici bow!
For start our tasters went for the Steamed Asparagus topped with Hollandaise Sauce, which was cooked to perfection and the sauce was a tangy and light accompaniment. The starter portion of Tuna Tartare with Guacamole, Fresh Herbs and a Yuzu Dressing was also fantastic. The tuna was so fresh and sumptuous it literally melted in your mouth.
For main our testers went for the famous Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb served with mash potato, seasonal vegetables and the most delicious red wine jus. It was just the right portion size and the lamb, which is sometimes a tricky meat for restaurants in Spain to get right, was top notch.
Another firm favourite on the menu is the Veal Milanese. Served with spaghetti, fries and seasonal vegetables. The veal was delicious and the beautifully presented spaghetti with tomato and basil sauce accompaniment was divine. De Medici also garnish all their starter and main courses with edible flowers – another nice little touch.
The service at De Medici is also second to none. The staff were friendly without being overbearing and the recommendations, including wine matching with our courses, was exemplary. The owners are also regularly in attendance and are incredibly warm, welcoming and like to see each customer is getting the star treatment they should be receiving on a day or night out to De Medici.
If you have room the dessert is amazing too and comes up on an impressive silver trolley laden with six impressive homemade desserts each night. You must try the Profiteroles with Crème Ingles or the Chocolate Brownie or Red Berry Cheesecake are also to die for. If you´re feeling a little full the Tropical Fruit Salad or Fruit Sorbets are a great lighter option too.
Another impressive feature of the new De Medici offering is their fantastic live music nights every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The best local and international talent (some from the top nightclubs in London) have been sourced from the owners impressive contacts book to entertain their guests. Check Marbella Rocks Calender and What´s On pages each month for details on which live acts are performing when.
De Medici is also open from 9am to 3pm for Breakfast/Brunch serving an impressive menu dubbed their Egg-cellent selection! Choose from Poached, Fried, Omlette, Scrambled to Egg n Soldiers, up to the guilty pleasure of a Full English.
There is also a wide selection of fresh sandwiches to choose from including Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables with Hummus and Rocket, the Traditional Club or comforting Fish Finger and Tartar Sauce!
The lunch and dinner menu is served from 1pm to midnight so if you can essentially order off 2 menus having any food you want whatever time of day it is. Plus, as well as an impressive wine and cocktail list there are Mojito or Sangria Ice Lollies and 21 different ingredients to make your own Smoothies if you are on a health kick. Choose from classic fruit ingredients to ginger, cinnamon and omega 3 6 9.
To summarise, the new De Medici Restaurant is an eye opening, mouth watering extravaganza. The prestigious owners are meticulous in the details and will ensure you have the best breakfast, lunch or dinner and keep you coming back for more.
De Medici is located in El Pilar, Calle de Sabinillas opposite the Senator Banus Hotel. Call: +34 952 884 687 or visit: www.demedicimarbella.com to reserve a table. Also available for events, weddings or private hire.
