PRESS & MEDIA

Echoes of the Fire

The narrative of Alberca transcends the kitchen. Here, smoke is the common thread of a story told by critics, travelers, and global gastronomy enthusiasts. Explore our presence in the industry's most influential media.

Cinematic interior of Alberca restaurant showing elegant dining tables and a fireplace

20 APRIL 2023 Condé Nast Traveler

Mario Clemente: the new king of the embers awaits you at Alberca, Trujillo

By Irene Nadal

"Mario Clemente was on his way to becoming a football player, but found his true calling at the stove. Let that not sound like a defeat, for it is one of the best things that could have happened to him—or at least that is what he conveys from Alberca, his restaurant in Trujillo, his hometown, where he now leads his own culinary venture that has earned the Michelin Guide's Bib Gourmand distinction for two consecutive years."

Read full article

20 JANUARY 2026 HOY

Martín Berasategui and David de Jorge surrender to the cuisine of Restaurante Alberca

By Judit Molina

Extremadura continues to solidify its position as a cultural and gastronomic tourism destination, with an increasing number of renowned figures visiting the region to enjoy its history, landscapes, and, of course, its culinary offerings.
On this occasion, one of Spain's most prestigious chefs, Martín Berasategui—holder of 12 Michelin stars across his restaurants—visited Restaurante Alberca located in the heart of Trujillo's historic center, accompanied by popular chef and broadcaster David de Jorge, famously known in the culinary world as Robin Food.

Read full article

Detailed shot of a chef's hands plating a sophisticated seafood dish with precision in a moody kitchen

15 JULY 2026 PODCAST / FRAN MEDIA

Restaurante Alberca and its Ceniza Tasting Menu

By Fran Media

The Ceniza tasting menu is a sensory journey into memory and Extremaduran tradition, where technical sophistication does not mask traditional flavors, but rather elevates and transforms them through the sacred smoke of the embers.

download Download Podcast (MP3)

Tasting Menu Podcast

Restaurante Alberca & Ceniza Menu

Sensory Journey • Tradition and sophistication over fire

0:00 0:00

Dramatic open fire cooking scene with meat searing over logs and intense orange flames

26 FEBRUARY 2026 EL PERIÓDICO

Restaurante Alberca enters the Macarfi Guide 2026

By Alejandro Cancho

Restaurante Alberca in Trujillo continues its ascent in the regional and national culinary scene following its inclusion in the prestigious Macarfi Guide 2026, establishing itself as one of Extremadura's premier gastronomic benchmarks.

Read full article

23 MAY 2025 Repsol Guide

The restaurant where every bite brings the chef's childhood back to life

By Iratxe Plaza

Mario has transformed what was once his parents' dining room into his culinary playground, because for him, cooking is not only his passion but also his greatest hobby. At Restaurante Alberca in Trujillo (Cáceres), his shining new talisman—1 Repsol Guide Sun—alongside his pig figurine collection, showcases the richness of a menu rooted in traditional Extremaduran recipes, infused with creative touches and nostalgic childhood memories.

Read full article

Modern architectural exterior of Restaurante Alberca at night with minimalist lighting and a reflecting pool

17 MARCH 2025 Directo al Paladar

In the heart of Trujillo, this young chef brings Basque grilling technique to Cáceres

By Jaime de las Heras

It is no secret that Trujillo is one of the most beautiful—and visited—towns in the province of Cáceres and all of Extremadura. Now, however, it is also a premier culinary destination rightfully earning its place in the Repsol Guide.

Read full article

Press Material

Download our complete press kit, high-resolution images, and brand identity manual for your media publications.

PRESS KIT (PDF) HI-RES ASSETS