El Rall. Cacau d’Or Award 2025: Tradition, product and know-how from Benissa
- Jul 8
- 2 min read
El Rall restaurant is among the select group of establishments recognized with the Cacau d’Or Award, one of the most prestigious gastronomic accolades in Valencian mid-morning (esmorzaret) culture.
This award, received by El Rall in 2025, recognizes a culinary approach based on respect for tradition, quality ingredients, and craftsmanship—values that have defined our cuisine from the very beginning and continue to guide us today.
What does the Cacau d’Or Award represent?
The Cacau d’Or Award recognizes bars and restaurants in the Valencian Community each year for their contribution to the culture of the traditional Valencian lunch, one of the most authentic and social gastronomic expressions of our region.
It's not just about awarding a specific dish, but a way of doing things: the care taken with the ingredients, the coherence of the menu, the fidelity to tradition, and the ability to offer a genuine experience centered around the Valencian lunch.
For this reason, the Cacau d’Or has become a benchmark for those seeking authentic, unpretentious lunches with a strong sense of identity.
El Rall: a cooking philosophy with Mediterranean roots
At El Rall, we understand gastronomy as a combination of memory, territory, and respect for the product. Our cuisine is born from Mediterranean tradition, but it is built every day with discernment, technique, and sensitivity.
Our philosophy is based on:
Locally sourced and seasonal produce
Recipes that respect the original flavor and essence of Valencian cuisine
Honest preparations, without excesses or fleeting trends
An experience designed to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace, as the traditional Valencian mid-morning snack (esmorzaret) should be.
This approach is what has allowed us to maintain a unique and coherent identity, recognizable both to those who visit us for the first time and to those who have been with us for years.
A recognition of daily know-how
The awarding of the Cacau d’Or Prize to El Rall is a recognition of constant and quiet dedication: to cooking well every day, paying attention to detail, and championing a hospitality approach deeply rooted in the local area.
Beyond the year it is received, this award reinforces a clear idea: excellence in Valencian lunch is not a trend, but rather a consequence of commitment to the craft.
At El Rall, we continue working with the same philosophy that led us to this recognition, convinced that tradition only remains alive when practiced with respect and consistency.
The Valencian lunch as an experience
The mid-morning snack, or esmorzaret, is much more than a meal. It's a social moment, a shared pause, and a celebration of local produce. At El Rall, we see it as a complete experience, where every element has meaning: the bread, the ingredients, the preparation, the setting, and the friendly service.
Our mid-morning snack reflects who we are and how we approach cooking: straightforward, honest, and deeply Mediterranean.
The Rall, today and always
The Cacau d’Or Award is part of our history, but our goal remains the same: to offer honest, traditional cuisine and an experience that resonates with those who appreciate well-prepared food.
We look forward to seeing you at El Rall in Benissa.
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