Enjoy the summer with a good meal on spectacular terraces

Girona / L'Escala / PeraladaSummer is the time of year when you most want to go out for lunch or a drink on a terrace with a great view. We suggest four of Girona's coastal and inland regions.

The El Molí de l'Escala Gastronomic Hotel is located in a spectacular Romanesque farmhouse with more than twenty-three centuries of history, which still preserves elements from the 12th, 17th, and 19th centuries. At the helm of the hotel and the kitchen is the prestigious chef Jordi Jacas, who in 2000, after training in various kitchens, took over the reins of the family business, which had begun operating as a restaurant in September 1994.

In this idyllic setting, you can savor the extraordinary quality of the cuisine, based on a perfect balance between local produce, quality, and the creativity of its dishes. With captivating presentation, the dishes captivate diners not only with their flavor but also with their originality. And among the products served, some are as locally sourced as those grown by Jordi Jacas Sr. over his eighty-plus years in the garden located at the Gastronomic Hotel itself.

El Molí de l'Escala has been considered one of the Empordà's leading restaurants for years. It's located at the entrance to L'Escala, which removes it from the hustle and bustle of the seafront, especially during the summer months. However, it's still a five-minute walk from the town. The privileged setting of El Molí de l'Escala also makes it a magnificent setting for weddings and all kinds of events, and it offers catering services at various venues, such as the Girona Auditorium. Roser, Jordi Jacas's mother, who loved the farmhouse and left us prematurely, wasn't able to see what the El Molí de l'Escala Gastronomic Hotel has become, but its presence endures.

On Saint John's Day in 1962, the Hotel Ultonia, the first three-star hotel in Girona, opened. On the same day, 59 years later, the Ultonia Terrace reopened after a thorough and extensive renovation. The terrace, however, had already been inaugurated a few years earlier, in 2021. The menu eschews the spirit of classic cocktails and offers a signature cocktail style inspired by the essence of the Costa Brava. It is open to the public, based on the signature recipes of local master mixologists, specially selected to pair with the year. Cocktails such as Devesa, Gerión, Mandarina Splash, Magma, Green Hop, and up to nine signature cocktails are added to the usual ones such as the Cosmopolitan, Bloody Mary, and Tequila Sunrise. The menu also features a wide variety of gin and tonics, whiskeys, and rums, as well as a wide selection of non-alcoholic cocktails.

All this in a relaxed atmosphere and a magnificent space with views of the Barri Vell district and the cathedral, making the Ultonia Terrace an excellent place to hold events and group meetings while enjoying the best sunset in Girona. In addition to the wide range of drinks, the Ultonia Terrace also offers a good tapas menu and delicious signature sandwiches.

Three years ago, the Suqué Mateu family and the Perelada Group realized one of their dreams: converting the property's former farm into a winery. And not just any winery, but the first winery in Europe with LEED Gold certification for sustainability and one of the most extensive, unique, and comprehensive wine tourism experiences in the country. The space was designed to produce high-quality wines and leave everyone who visits speechless, thanks to the excellent work of RCR Arquitectes.

One of the complex's many areas is the Celler 1923 Wine Bar, a gastronomic space that invites you to immerse yourself in a warm and unique atmosphere, where exceptional Perelada wines combine with authentic cuisine. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy Celler 1923, whether you visit the magnificent Celler Perelada or not.

The views from the terrace, with a privileged panorama of the Empordà, seduce you with the essence and magnetism that characterizes the space, through a rustic and cozy atmosphere surrounded by fragrant gardens. The spacious tables and the surroundings make it an idyllic place to enjoy a great evening outdoors or in its cozy dining room, contemplating the hypnotic flight of the storks.

In addition to sampling Perelada's wide variety of wines, you can savor tables of local cured meats and cheeses selected by Dani Galilea, winner of the Young Talent Award, and Toni Gerez, the renowned maître d' of Castell Perelada Restaurant, as well as delicious Empordà dishes and tapas designed by the chef.

In the heart of Girona's Barri Vell (Old Quarter), you'll find the Palau Fugit Boutique Hotel, located in an 18th-century palace that has been converted into a space open to art and young artists, nature, and traditions. A place to escape and enjoy all those little things that fill us and make our lives full.

La Placeta, at the hotel entrance, is the terrace of the Gipsy cocktail bar. By day, it's a café-restaurant offering brunch and fresh Mediterranean dishes in a relaxed atmosphere. By night, it's the signature Gipsy cocktail bar, where they combine creative mixology with select tapas. Ideal for an aperitif, always local products and cocktails with a personalized touch. An oasis of tranquility where you can enjoy life, just steps from Girona's emblematic sites.

The Terrat, the rooftop On the hotel's third floor, there's a terrace overlooking Girona's first wall, ideal for enjoying the sunsets. It offers a selection of selected local wines and cheeses from small producers, as well as Iberian ham. Open on Friday and Saturday afternoons, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., it's the perfect spot to start the weekend off on a leisurely note.

At Gipsy Cocktail Bar, signature cocktails and a unique atmosphere make every summer night a memorable experience.