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REKONDO

Perched on the scenic Paseo de Igeldo
in San Sebastian, Rekondo is more than
just a restaurant; it’s a living testament to
Basque heritage. Founded in 1964 by for-
mer matador Txomin Rekondo, this family-
owned establishment has become a
beloved local institution and dining desti-
nation for visitors around the world. Spe-
cialty dishes star traditional and modern
Basque cuisine.
The warm day was ideal for dining on
Rekondo’s charming patio, where dappled
sunlight filtered through the majestic old
trees. Surrounded by a lively mix of locals
and visitors, the lovingly restored farm-
house was traditional and contemporary,
warm and elegant.
We ordered glasses of sparkling wine
to start while Ron thumbed through the
massive wine list. Fortunately, Sommelier
Alejandro Hernández patiently guided him

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