Self-taught chef Rafa Centeno is proof that someone without a background in the world of gastronomy can still be rewarded with a Michelin star. Today, this former graduate in industrial relations can proudly boast about his 25th anniversary at the head of a successful restaurant.
Located just a few metres from Vigo’s maritime promenade and named after his mother-in-law, Maruja Limón offers guests a fun, liberating and informal dining experience that Centeno hopes will re-awaken their emotions and memories. Ably supported in the kitchen by chef Inés Abril, he conjures up two tasting menus for guests: Esencia Maruja and Maruja en Estado Puro (both with a wine-pairing option). Dishes that you are likely to find here include fried and pickled skate with carrot and orange, grilled sea bass, smoked eel with macadamia nuts, corn, fresh milk toffee and ‘kikos’... Stroll through the door and let yourself be amazed!