A Taste of Spain at Villa Le Corail: Michelin-Starred Chef Marcos Morán Expands Hispania’s Culinary Story in Nha Trang
Following a sold-out Four Hands Dinner, Chef Marcos Morán returns to Villa Le Corail to introduce a new tapas concept and continue Hispania’s journey on Vietnam’s central coast.
Nha Trang, Vietnam: 23 June 2025 – Villa Le Corail, A Gran Meliá Hotel, proudly announces the launch of Sal by Hispania, an expansive open-air tapas concept that brings the spirit of Mediterranean living to the tranquil shores of Fairy Mountain Bay. Located at the front of the Gran Voyage building, Sal by Hispania wraps around the pool from Sal Bar to the Hispania outdoor terrace, offering a seamless social dining experience.
Following a sensational Four Hands Dinner, featuring a 10-course tasting menu, live music, and post-dinner cocktails that captured the spirit of Hispania - Chef Marcos Morán continued to share his vision with the debut of Sal by Hispania, a relaxed new tapas concept at Villa Le Corail.
“Sal by Hispania is a celebration of how we live in Spain - joyfully, casually, and always close to the sea. It’s more laid-back than the restaurant, but equally rich in flavour and soul,” said Chef Marcos Morán, Gastronomy Director of Hispania.
Indoor and Outdoor Indulgence
Hispania Nha Trang now offers a total of 70 seats - 42 inside and 28 outdoors on the newly inaugurated terrace. The indoor restaurant and adjacent outdoor seating are open daily for dinner from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, inviting diners to immerse themselves in refined à la carte and tasting menus.
Sal by Hispania, a distinct open-air venue, wraps around the resort’s main pool and faces the ocean, offering a more relaxed and social setting. Open daily from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, it serves a tapas menu curated by Chef Marcos Morán, ideal for sipping sangria and social afternoons by the sea. Beginning August 1st, every Sunday afternoon will feature a live DJ, bringing chill beats and vibrant Balearic-style energy to Fairy Mountain Bay.
Two Menus, One Soulful Story
Chef Marcos’ updated dinner menu at Hispania honours Spain’s diverse regional cuisines. Highlights include Lingote de Cochinillo Segoviano: a perfectly slow-roasted suckling pig dish from Segovia, Mero Asado: locally caught grouper paired with pickled chicken sauce and hazelnut, and Tarta de Quesos Españoles, a velvety Spanish cheesecake.
The Tapas Menu at Sal by Hispania offers a more casual, all-day approach, designed for sharing. Guests can savour signature bites such as creamy seasonal mushroom croquettes, Andalusian-style calamari with roasted garlic emulsion, and Hispania’s iconic garlic prawns. Larger dishes like the seafood fideuà or mellow squid ink rice with prawns offer a taste of Spain’s coastal traditions, all complemented by a refreshing glass of sangria.
“What inspired this menu? Nha Trang itself. Its seafood is extraordinary. We’ve found real harmony between Spanish tradition and Vietnamese ingredients,” shared Chef Marcos. “We also wanted the new venue to be a place where you can just walk in, order a few tapas, and feel like you're in a plaza in Madrid or Oviedo.”
A Seamless Expression of Gran Meliá’s Mediterranean Spirit
With the addition of the Sal by Hispania, Villa Le Corail continues to embody the Gran Meliá lifestyle, a harmonious fusion of luxury, nature, and culture. Guests can enjoy a holistic journey that spans traditional Dong Y spa rituals, immersive coral conservation experiences, and refined gastronomy inspired by Chef Marcos’ Asturian roots and his connection to the sea.
“Spanish gastronomy is so special today because it balances heritage and creativity,” Chef Marcos reflected. “Here in Nha Trang, I’ve found a place where that balance feels natural.”
The resounding success of the Sal by Hispania launch marks another milestone for Hispania Nha Trang and Villa Le Corail - a tribute to Mediterranean elegance, Asian generosity, and the shared joy of food, music, and community.
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About Villa Le Corail, A Gran Meliá Hotel
Nestled on Vietnam's stunning central coast, overlooking the ocean and Fairy Mountain, Villa Le Corail, A Gran Meliá Hotel is a five-star, all-villa resort that seamlessly blends Spanish style with elegant Vietnamese hospitality. Newly opened in July 2023, this luxury retreat invites guests to enjoy “A Life Well Lived” at Vietnam’s first Gran Meliá resort with a collection of spectacular pool villas, world-class leisure facilities, impressive event spaces and a curated series of “Exceptional Experiences”, including conservation-led activities to restore the area's coral reefs. A choice of creative culinary venues includes Hispania, the first Southeast Asian restaurant from Michelin-starred Spanish chef Marcos Morán, and Shibui, the exquisite Japanese dining destination which dazzles guests with its fresh flavours and highly artistic presentation. Step into a haven of luxury and tranquillity, just 45 minutes from Cam Ranh International Airport.
About Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts is the first Spanish luxury hotel brand, which takes residence in some of the world’s most beautiful landmarks, combining timeless luxury, stunning architecture and Spanish culture. Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts offers exceptional experiences and services, which are a modern expression of Spanish culture. There are currently 19 Gran Meliá properties worldwide, with the brand continuing to expand its global footprint. All properties are located in the most important global travel destinations, such as Villa Le Blanc Gran Melia (Menorca, Spain), Palazzo Cordusio (Milan, Rome), Gran Meliá Palacio de los Duques (Madrid, Spain), Gran Meliá Iguazú (Argentina), Gran Meliá de Mar (Mallorca, Spain), Gran Meliá Colón (Seville, Spain), Gran Meliá Xi’an (China), Gran Melia Chengdu (China), Villa Agrippina Gran Meliá (Rome, Italy) and Gran Meliá Sancti Petri (Cádiz, Spain). The brand is set to expand further in Asia, with the launch of Gran Meliá Lombok. Follow Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts on Instagram @gran_Meliá and Facebook @GranMeliáHotels, www.GranMeliá.com
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Founded in 1956 in Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International operates more than 380 hotels (portfolio and pipeline) throughout more than 40 countries, under the brands Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus by Meliá, ME by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, The Meliá Collection, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Falcon’s Resorts by Meliá, plus a wide portfolio of affiliated hotels under the “Affiliated by Meliá” network. The Group is one of the leading companies in resort hotels worldwide, while also leveraging its experience to consolidate the growing segment of the leisure-inspired urban market. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led the Group to become the most sustainable hotel company in Spain and Europe, according to the last S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (Silver Class). It also has ranked seventh in the Wall Street Journal’s list of the 100 most sustainably managed companies in the world (and the leading travel company) and is the only Spanish travel company included in the list of “Europe’s Climate Leaders 2021” by Financial Times. Meliá Hotels International is also included in the IBEX 35 Spanish stock market. For more information, visit www.Meliáhotelsinternational.com
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