And the winner is....!

Do you want to know where to eat the best croquette in Spain? Or the best patatas bravas? If you are a food lover, don’t miss out on the restaurants and chefs in Madrid whose work has won prizes at events like Madrid Fusion, the world's most important gastronomy congress.

Madrid Fusión Prizes 2026

New Pastry Chef 2026: Miguel Yeste (Obrar)

The New Pastry Chef 2026 within the Madrid Fusión Pastry section at Madrid Fusión 2026 went to Miguel Yeste, from Obrar in Madrid. The winner was a dessert called “Lemon and Almond Panettone”, inspired by Christmas: panettone, vanilla and tangerine cream, crunchy almond and an almond cream with Japanese citron.

Best Pastry Chef in Madrid 2026: Pastelerías Mallorca

Madrid Fusión Pastry has awarded the Best Pastry Chef in Madrid to Pastelería Mallorca, which has several establishments in Madrid run by Pablo and Jacobo Moreno. This award highlights this family-run business and the work of the fourth generation of the Moreno family, which has become an icon of sweet delights in Madrid 

Best Baker in Madrid 2026: Darío Marcos (Panadarío)

Darío Marcos from Panadarío won the City of Madrid Award for Best Baker in Madrid within Madrid Fusión Pastry.  This 10-year old artisan bakery recently opened its second establishment in Legazpi without compromising on its philosophy: long fermentation, precise technique and an absolute respect for time. 

1st Best Torrija in the World Championship: Villaroy’s

The first edition of the competition for the best bread pudding in Spain, held at Madrid Fusión 2026, went to Villaroy's in Chamberí, thanks to its more classic than modern approach. This establishment won the award for the best bread pudding in the Community of Madrid in 2023. 

7th Aquanaria Revelation Sustainability Award: Raúl Sánchez Aguirre (Tramo)

Raúl Sánchez Aguirre, executive chef at Tramo restaurant, won the 7th Aquanaria Revelation Sustainability Award at Madrid Fusión Alimentos de España 2026. Recognised for his exemplary commitment to sustainability, he also has a Green Star.

6th Alimentos de Madrid Competition: Corral de la Morería Restaurant

The finest products from Madrid were back in the spotlight at the sixth edition of the Alimentos de Madrid Competition at Madrid Fusión 2026, in which Corral de la Morería was announced as this edition’s winner. With a recipe based on a spider steak, a piece of IGP Meat from Sierra de Guadarrama ( a condition to participate in this edition of the competition), chef Carlos López Navarro won over the jury.

The best torrija in Madrid

The fourteenth edition of InterSICOP, the International Bakery, Confectionery, Ice Cream, Coffee and Machinery Show, held at IFEMA MADRID in February 2024, featured the 7th Best Torrijas of Madrid Competition 2024, organised by the Association of pastry and bakery artisans of the Community of Madrid (Asempas).

• Pastelería Formentor: Prize for the Best Traditional Torrija

Pastelería Formentor (Calle Hermosilla 81), run by the young confectioner, Jennifer Pozón, took away the prize for the Best Traditional Torrija. It is made 100% in the traditional way, following a recipe that dates back 60 years.

• Pastelería Cercadillo: Prize for the Best Innovative Torrija

The Cercadillo cake shop, located in the Usera district, won the prize for the best innovative, traditional-style torrija. The torrija is soaked in cinnamon and orange and covered with chocolate bonbon. Finally, it is decorated with chocolate-covered cereal balls.

• Pastelería La Oriental: Prize for the Best Gluten-Free Torrija

In the gluten-free category, the prize went to the La Oriental with Araceli Andía at the helm of the project. She uses a “secret recipe” to make the bread base and soaks her torrija in three milks that are left to infuse for 48 hours. She then caramelises it with sugar and cinnamon and tops it with a vanilla semi-freddo.

Best green cuisine restaurant in the world

In December 2024, the restaurant El Invernadero headed up by Madrid chef Rodrigo de la Calle was named the best green cuisine restaurant in the world at the latest edition of the We're Smart® Green Guide. The green haute cuisine served by this restaurant in the district of Chamberí was also presented with a Michelin star and a Green Star in 2021.

Best new restaurant of 2024

Bascoat was named best new restaurant of the year at the third edition of The Fork Awards in December 2024. This Madrid restaurant has received the 'People's Choice' award for best new restaurant opened in 2024 in Spain, as voted for by users of the booking platform. This new restaurant located in one of the best areas in the city is headed up by Nagore Irazuegi and Rodrigo García, and the signature cuisine they serve pays tribute to Basque gastronomy.

Best patisserie-bakery

At the 51st edition of the ACYRE Madrid Food Awards held in 2024, the award for best patisserie/bakery went to Madreamiga in Madrid. This bakery, founded by Ichi Aragón and Begoña San Pedro, received the award in recognition of its dedication and work to promote baking and confectionery, as well as the quality products that are made in Madrid.