Moncho Neira, founder of the Botafumeiro seafood restaurant and Moncho's group, dies
His restaurant, which opened in 1975, is one of the best known in the city and is constantly visited by international stars.
BarcelonaMoncho Neira, founder of the Botafumeiro restaurant and the Moncho's group, died this Sunday in Barcelona, as the restaurant announced in a statement on social media. Neira, 84, founded the Botafumeiro seafood restaurant in 1975, on Gran de Gràcia street in Barcelona, and the restaurant remains a landmark in the city today. In fact, in the Instagram post about his death, the mayor of Barcelona, Jaume Collboni, left the following message: "My condolences to his family, friends, and the entire team. His legacy will always accompany and guide us."
The group's statement remembered Moncho Neira as a "passionate, visionary and generous man who dedicated his life to making others happy through his work, his dedication and his example. His tireless energy, his love for hospitality and his faith in people will continue to guide every service, every dish and every dish and every dish. Knowing him and working alongside him, we know that his legacy does not fade, it remains in every corner, in every smile and on every table that bears his seal. Thank you, Moncho, for teaching us that serving is an art, and dreaming, a way of life," concludes the message.
El Botafumerio is one of the establishments that every taxi driver in the city knows and also a place that is often visited by celebrities when they're in the capital. We've seen Justin Bieber, Beyoncé, and, more recently, David Beckham. It's also a favorite for closing many deals, thanks to its ability to offer multiple covers at once and its large, private dining area. In fact, Botafumeiro is one of the favorite restaurants for executives visiting the Mobile World Congress. how we explain pRecently, at the ARA. The Moncho's group, apart from a major catering business, also has other establishments such as the Taberna del Cura, on Gran de Gràcia street, and the Patrón restaurant, on Travessera de Gràcia, a popular spot for residents of the upper part of the city.