Mediterranean vanguardism is the guiding principle at Restaurant Sant Martí, where traditional Catalan recipes are reimagined through modern technical lenses in Barcelona. The signature arroz de marisco is a masterclass in flavor concentration, featuring a deep, briny socarrat and a bounty of tender squid and prawns. An aroma of roasted ñora peppers and saffron rises from the kitchen, signaling a menu that prioritizes product integrity. The Bomba de la Barceloneta offers a textural contrast of crisp, fried potato and a succulent meat center, finished with a sharp all i oli and a spicy brava sauce. Technique is evident in the low-temperature cooking of the veal cheeks, which are rendered until they reach a fork-tender consistency and served with a rich red wine reduction. Artichoke flowers are confited to a buttery softness, providing a delicate, earthy sweetness that is balanced by a salty yolk. The presentation is clean and focused, allowing the vibrant colors of the Mediterranean to lead.