BIOGRAPHY
Álvaro Sanz
Álvaro Sanz Clavijo is a benchmark in high-end cuisine, known for his creative soul and innovative drive.
His culinary journey began at the age of 16, after obtaining his Official Higher Degree from the Salvador Gallego Hospitality School (Michelin-starred) in 2001. For 12 intense years, he forged his path in some of the most prestigious kitchens in the world. He trained in gastronomic temples such as Martín Berasategui, Juan Mari Arzak, Santi Santamaría (El Racó de Can Fabes), Azurmendi (Eneko Atxa), Diverxo, Don Alfonso Iacarino, and Joel Robuchon, gaining experience in over 20 Michelin-starred restaurants across Spain, Italy, Mexico, and New York.
His time at Tezka in Mexico D.F. as Jefe de Cocina, a restaurant awarded as one of the best in Latin America, also marked his trajectory. Additionally, he has actively participated in congresses like Madrid Fusión and Lo Mejor de la Gastronomía, and was Second Place in the National Mexican Cuisine Championship. This elite training solidified his unique vision and mastery.
Since 2015, he has served as Executive Chef and advisor for Grupo Baplay, specializing in the management of high-volume kitchens and diverse gastronomies.
In 2016, Álvaro materialized his dream in Estragón, a venture born in an Ibizan country house with the Mediterranean as its backdrop. His style is defined as sober, elegant, respectful, flavorful, and deeply Mediterranean, with a strong commitment to self-sufficiency. His leadership extends beyond the kitchen, serving as a pillar in the management and well-being of his team.
Under his direction, Estragón has achieved historical milestones: Ibiza’s first Michelin Star in 2018, two Repsol Suns in 2019, and the first Green Michelin Star in 2021 for its commitment to sustainability.
He leads the relocation project for Estragón, which will remain closed in 2025 to be reborn in 2026 at its new home in Insotel Fenicia Prestige Suites & Spa in Santa Eulália, Ibiza.
During this pause, his culinary vision remains active through Sa Talassa, a restaurant embodying the Mediterranean essence that opened its doors in 2024 and is now celebrating its second year. Located by the river within the Insotel Fenicia Prestige Suites & Spa in Sta. Eulália, Ibiza.
With his team, Álvaro cultivates the new menu and concept for Estragón, driven by research and development (R&D), sowing the seeds for future flavor and consolidating his place among Spain’s best restaurants.
