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Madrid’s The Library Named People’s Choice at TheFork Awards 2024

A chef jury shortlist gave way to a two‑month public vote that elevated a wine‑centric, big‑ticket opening to the year’s standout debut.

Overview

  • The winning project on Calle Serrano is led by Sandro Silva and Marta Seco of Grupo Paraguas, pairing fine dining with a wine program exceeding 3,500 labels and a members’ club.
  • The 2024 edition shortlisted 41 openings via a jury of 58 Michelin‑starred chefs before more than 25,000 users decided the People’s Choice in an open vote.
  • The ceremony at Madrid’s Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío was presented by Roberto Leal with a six‑hand menu from Michelin‑star chefs Rocío Parra, Rafa Soler and Xune Andrade.
  • A new social‑impact prize, the Mastercard Impact Award, went to Arsa in Logroño for its work promoting local tourism and supporting young talent.
  • Organizers cited TheFork’s reach—12,000 restaurants using its tool in Spain, AI to reduce no‑shows, and 68% adoption among Michelin‑starred restaurants—as coverage noted a tilt toward well‑resourced urban projects centered in Madrid and Barcelona.