Summary
- Recognition of excellence in the hospitality sector in Torrevieja.
- Winners announced at the XLIX tenedores de Oro awards ceremony.
- Key awards include Tenedor de Oro 2025 (Sunset Beach) and Chef of the Year 2025 (Juan Antonio Cases Gabin).
- Event to be held on april 7 at the Real Club Náutico de Torrevieja.
- New leadership for the Asociación de empresas de Hostelería de Torrevieja established in January 2025.
The Tenedores de Oro Awards Honor Excellence in Torrevieja’s Hospitality Sector
The Asociación de Empresas de Hostelería de Torrevieja y Comarca (AEHTC), led by President José Ignacio Pastor, has unveiled the winners of the XLIX Tenedores de Oro awards, which celebrate outstanding achievements in the hospitality and tourism sector within the region. The awards aim to recognize the dedication and innovation of local establishments and professionals who have considerably contributed to the growth of hospitality and tourism in Torrevieja.
2025 Award Winners
This year’s esteemed awards highlight a variety of categories:
| Award | winner | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tenedor de Oro | Restaurante Sunset Beach | top honor for a member establishment recognizing its contributions. |
| Socio de Honor | Joaquín Guillamón Alarcón | Honorary recognition for individuals contributing to the association’s growth. |
| Chef del Año | Juan antonio Cases Gabin | Award for outstanding talent and innovation in the culinary arts. |
| Bandeja de Plata | Tasca Nueva Bahía | Distinction for associated venues recognized for their excellence. |
| Hospitality | Hotel Madrid | Honor for enhancing tourism within the Vega baja region. |
| Placa Reconocimiento Empresa | agamed | Acknowledgment for businesses closely tied to the hospitality sector. |
A Night of Party and Community
The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 7 at the Real Club Náutico de Torrevieja. This prestigious event will bring together local business owners, professionals, and government officials in a night of homage and celebration for the hospitality community.
Attendees will include the Mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolón, along with othre municipal officials and key members of the AEHTC. This event not only honors the award recipients but also reinforces the association’s commitment to fostering growth and excellence within the local hospitality sector.
New Leadership for AEHTC
Earlier this year, the AEHTC elected a new governing board, reaffirming its position as one of the most significant business entities in Torrevieja, with over 700 hospitality activities. The board, under the leadership of José Ignacio Pastor, is dedicated to enhancing the growth and representation of its members’ interests at local and regional levels.
- President: José Ignacio Pastor Pérez – Restaurante Las Columnas
- Vice President: José Luis Martínez Alarcón – Restaurante St. Jeremi’s
- Secretary: Sofía Madrid Quesada – Hotel La Laguna Spa & Golf
- Treasurer: Marco Martinetti – Restaurante La Mata “Felisa”
- Board Members: Rodrigo Marroquí Cases (La Barra del Casino), Francisco Bernabé Antón (Náufragos Beach)
With this newly formed team, AEHTC emphasizes its dedication to the “strengthening and growth of the hospitality and tourism sector” in Torrevieja and surrounding areas.For more details, visit the source: [Información](https://www.informacion.es/vega-baja/2025/03/08/hosteleria-torrevieja-desvela-galardones-tenedores-de-oro-torrevieja-restauracion-turismo-115076219.html)