Marao by Paco Pérez

WELCOME TO MARAO

A culinary journey through the seas of the world
We look forward to seeing you next season

At MARAO, the chef Paco Pérez will take you on a culinary journey through the tastes of the cuisines that inspired him the most during his travels: from South and Central America, to Europe or Asia. We invite you to enjoy the gastronomic wonders of cuisines of long tradition, like Mexican or Peruvian, at the very heart of the Mediterranean, but without missing the local tastes, like those of the Mediterranean. In a casual atmosphere, we aim to surprise you with the mix of pure flavours and the finest ingredients —always at their best.

MARAO will take you on a culinary journey through the tastes of the cuisines that inspired him the most during his travels: from South and Central America, to Europe or Asia.

The Chef

Paco Pérez is one of the most talented Spanish chefs emerged after the culinary revolution of the late 20th century, as evidenced by the five Michelin Stars that he has across his restaurants. Blending avant-garde techniques with the traditional cuisine of his homeland —Empordá (Girona)— Paco Pérez has an impeccable technique, which he is constantly improving with every new creation. He also has his own particular vision of the Mediterranean —the scenery that has surrounded him his entire life— which is reflected in the travel-inspired cuisine that he has developed from his culinary experiences around the world.

Back in his hometown (Llançá), Paco Pérez has turned his dream into reality, in the form of a restaurant with accommodation. Miramar is both a life and family project that he shares with his wife Montse. This is the place where all his creativity happens —the same creativity that that has helped the restaurant win two Michelin Stars. This vision of the Mediterranean has led him to places like the two-Michelin-starred Enoteca restaurant in Barcelona, and Berlin, with another one-starred restaurant.

At Marao, the Catalan chef wants to show you his travel-inspired vision of those cuisines that have excited him the most —with a nod to different cultures— by using his refined cooking technique, based on the respect for the product.

Where to find us

We are located on the rooftop of Senator Gandia Spa Hotel, a privileged spot with breathtaking sea views.


Carrer Atlàntic 79, 46730 Gandía
Valencia, ESPAÑA