After getting wind of the possibility of taking over the lease of Tapas Ibiza. Becky & Tony saw an opportunity not to be missed. Despite the location being a bit off the beaten track. The potential was clear to them from the start. There is no denying they fought tooth and nail in the early years, with just a few tables and minimal staff.
And with their natural charm, generosity and motivation, they have developed the restaurant into a “must-visit” destination. Additionally, they have attracted a wonderful loyal team to work alongside them. Helping to make the restaurant what it is today.
Tapas has made a name for itself in recent years, even winning the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice award for the last 2 years. And featuring in the UK press and attracting a huge international clientele from the far reaches of the globe, as well as TV personalities, DJs and Artists.
The Tapas Story so far... Tapas Ibiza
Voorjaar 2012: het begin
Tony & Becky took over the lease from Ange and Rino. Tapas opened with just 12 tables, a small team, a tiny kitchen and some big ideas!
2012 - 2014: The Early Years!
For the first few years, Tony & Becky worked day and night to get the business off the ground. They build important relationships with the locals, and local businesses to get the word out about their new project. *At this point we would like to thank Jason and the Linekers team for their huge support in the early days, sending customers down the road to us, helped put us on the map.
However once people discovered the beauty and charm of Tapas and the incredible food that was being served. It was a given that they would return and help us to spread the word.
2015: afscheid nemen van de palmbomen en een nieuwe bar en canvas dak verwelkomen
This year saw the removal of the beautiful big palm trees on the terrace, sadly they were dying. However, this allowed space for a new canvas roof to be installed. Providing some all-important shade and a bit of protection from the elements. This year also saw the extension of the cocktail bar, and a new chapter began…
Head Chef Lou also joined the team this year, the creator of many of the wonderful tapas dishes you have all enjoyed over the years. And also the creator of the now legendary Tapas Cheesecake recipe.
2016: Welkom Paulo
Multilingual Paulo, of Portuguese heritage, was a very welcome addition to the team in 2016. As our long-standing host at Tapas, he made a huge difference to the team.
Especially in the early years allowing Tony to concentrate on looking after the customers while Paulo juggled the door with his natural calm and collected temperament.
Paulo is still the welcoming face that greets all of our lovely customers.
2017: The Year of Love & Romance
2018: Welcome Ben & a New Waterproof Roof
Ben kwam bij het managementteam als Bar Manager en bracht zijn creatieve flair met zich mee. Al die heerlijke huiscocktails zijn zorgvuldig ontworpen door Ben en zijn barteam. Nadat hij onlangs ook een cursus sommelier heeft gevolgd, is Ben een integraal onderdeel geweest van de ontwikkeling van onze zorgvuldig geselecteerde wijnkaart.
This year also saw the very welcome addition of the new terrace roof! This made a huge difference early and late season. Providing a waterproof terrace, allows the restaurant to stay open no matter the weather.
2019: Welkom Jess
Jess joined the team as General Manager & Marketing Manager bringing with her some new ideas and some impressive organisational skills (you should see her to-do lists).
With a passion for all things creative, Jess started to work on streamlining Tapas’ brand image.
As well as sprinkling her interior design flare around the restaurant, and being a regular face on the floor team.
2020: Hard Times & An Award
Het was voor niemand in de horeca en het toerisme een gemakkelijk jaar.
The restaurant managed 3 months of trade in 2020 despite the pandemic, but it was not easy at all.
As ever Becky & Tony chose to take all the positives they could from this experience. Taking this (hopefully) once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sit back, reflect, and look at the business objectively. Along side their team, they came up with some ideas on how things can be done even better. To keep at the top of their game.
A big glimmer of reassurance came towards the end of the season when we won the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award, placing us in the top 10% of restaurants in the world.
2021: Het jaar van blind geloof en een nieuw merkimago!
Tijdens de gedwongen lange winter van 2020/2021 besloot het managementteam te profiteren van het verlengde laagseizoen en samen te werken om een nieuw fris merkimago te creëren. Die werd gelanceerd in het voorjaar van 2021.
With crazy rules to start with (that were changing every 14 days). And minimal staff, the season went from strength to strength. With Becky & Jess serving the whole terrace between them each night. It was a tough summer. However, thanks to our amazing international clientele and support from friends, regular customers and local businesses we finished the season stronger than ever!
Afscheid nemen van chef-kok Lou, terwijl Alex opstapt als chef-kok
Lou verliet het team eind 2020 om een nieuw hoofdstuk van haar leven op het vasteland te beginnen. Lou en Alex hebben deze zomer nauw samengewerkt om de overgang soepel te laten verlopen.
Alex maakt sinds 2016 deel uit van de Tapas Story. In 2021 trad hij op en werd hij chef-kok. Met zijn kalme karakter en uitzonderlijke culinaire vaardigheden zorgen de in Griekenland geboren Alex en zijn toegewijde team voor de vlotte bediening van ons overheerlijke Tapas-menu. Terwijl ze hun creatieve flair uiten met nachtelijke specials.
En ja, we hebben voor het tweede jaar op rij de Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award gewonnen…
2022: een nieuw interieur en een nieuwe eethoek in de tuin
Not ones for resting on their laurels. Becky and Tony invested back into the business again during the winter and reformed the interior of Tapas with the addition of a new disabled toilet, and a new men’s toilet. As well as a new-look interior.
At the end of Summer 2021, the big old fig tree in the garden sadly fell down, taking the old garden bar and the tent with it. As ever Becky and Tony saw this as an opportunity! With the help of the team, reconfigured the garden area to allow for more space for group bookings, weddings and events.
This Summer we also had the pleasure of hosting two beautiful Weddings at Tapas. Congratulations to Emma & Jack and Nikki & Danny we wish you long and happy lives together.
Ten slotte willen we ons geweldige team bedanken: Jess, Ben, Alex, Sofia, Andre, Ricardo, Seren, George, Ovi, Paulo, Ed, Tamara, Daniel, Mamadou, Imre, Riz, Hugo, Seb, Chris, Ty, Lehmad en Azman.
And a final special mention to a few key people who have played an important role in the Tapas story over the years. Bonnie, Juanma and Darren.
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Een laatste gedachte: we kijken uit naar wat de toekomst in petto heeft.
We will continue to do our best and keep the restaurant evolving to be better and better. That means better food, better drinks, better service.
We aim to be a restaurant for everyone. Regardless of any dietary requirements or preferences. We want every single customer to be blown away by the tapas experience. And leave the restaurant excited to spread the word.
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