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A Day in Ibiza with Renu Kashyap

The stylist, editor, and author of Assouline's Ibiza Bohemia shares her insider's guide to the White Isle, from hidden coves and long lunches to the places that still feel untouched by time.

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At Assouline, the culture of a place is never defined by geography alone, but by the rituals that give it life: what we taste, where we gather, what we see, and how we feel when we return.

Renu Kashyap has spent the last fifteen years uncovering Ibiza's quietest pleasures, from hidden coves with crystalline water to long lunches beneath orange trees. Part creative, part islander, she moves through the White Isle with the ease of someone who knows exactly where to go, and exactly when to stay home. Here, she shares the places, flavors, and rituals that continue to make Ibiza feel like magic.

My first memory of Ibiza is: Going to Space, the legendary nightclub, when I was 18. It was such a glorious era, all about the music and the energy on the dance floor. I miss those times deeply.

When I want a dose of culture in Ibiza, I visit: The San Jordi Market or local institutions like Bar Costa in Santa Gertrudis. Over the years, artists traded paintings for drinks at the bar, and those works still line the walls, giving the space its unmistakably authentic spirit.

One of my favorite beaches is: Benirrás, because it still feels raw and untouched, with crystal-clear water and an incredible atmosphere. I love swimming out to the rock and ending the afternoon with pizza on the beach.

The one place every visitor must go to is: Formentera.

The meal I cannot leave Ibiza without is: A salad made with fresh avocados, lemons, pomegranate, and figs from our garden, alongside grilled fish or ceviche. I love simple meals rooted in local ingredients, in what comes directly from the land.

My favorite hotels in Ibiza are: Agua Madeira, a beautiful agriturismo with just twelve rooms and a wonderful firewood restaurant called La Era. Eco Agroturismo Can Martí is another favorite. Hotel Los Enamorados has a beautiful boutique and incredible sunset views. For private hire, it has to be Xaracca in Portinatx, a Slim Aarons-inspired escape that blends design and barefoot luxury effortlessly, complete with private beach access.

One of my favorite restaurants in Ibiza is: I have a place for every mood. For Mexican farm-to-table tacos and an exceptional mezcal selection, Salón de San Miguel is a must. La Paloma has been a constant since I moved to the island fifteen years ago. It's just minutes from my home in San Lorenzo, and there's nothing better than lingering beneath the orange trees in the garden. In Santa Gertrudis, Macao Café brings a warm Italian spirit with a vibe entirely its own, while Can Pau remains rooted in Spanish tradition, right down to the interiors. Juntos champions a beautifully simple farm-to-table philosophy, and for fresh fish by the sea, Es Torrent is hard to beat. Casa Lhasa, tucked away in the tiny village of San Lorenzo, feels like a true discovery, equal parts natural wine bar and intimate restaurant. And if you're looking to splurge, the seafood at Casa Jondal is exquisite. Don't leave without stopping by their shop, Particular.

If you're visiting Ibiza for the first time, be sure to stop by: Walk all the way up through the fort at Dalt Vila and find a place to watch the sun set over the sea. Cala Conta is perfect for that. And don't leave the island without taking a sailboat to Formentera or out to Es Vedrà. It's non-negotiable.

I like to go shopping in: I love thrifting at the San Jordi flea market, and there are so many wonderful Ibiza-based designers, including Porta, Inan, Ikinita, and Annie's Ibiza. For swimwear, I love Oséree in Ibiza Town, while Shop Particular at Casa Jondal is another favorite. Parada is perfect for beautifully selected treasures and gifts. At Agora, inside Six Senses, there's an incredible selection of sustainable luxury. In winter, I host pop-ups featuring vintage designer pieces from YSL, Jil Sander, Calvin Klein, and more. I'm always drawn to timeless classics.

I feel most at home in Ibiza: When I'm cooking in our house in the campo, hiking through fields of yellow flowers, dancing to my husband's music at a villa party, or spending time at one of the island's small secluded beaches.

One of my favorite museums in Ibiza is: I recently launched my own ceramic line, Casa d'Été, so the Archaeological Museum, MAEF, is a constant source of inspiration. It preserves and exhibits the historical remains of Ibiza and Formentera. The Centro de Interpretación Madina Yabisa is another favorite, an immersive space filled with light, sound, and audiovisual installations tracing the island's evolution through time. I also love the Museu d'Art Contemporani d'Eivissa and Casa Broner. And La Nave is not to be missed, an art foundation housed inside a 1940s salt warehouse established by collector Lio Malca, an early supporter of New York's 1980s contemporary art scene, including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, George Condo, and Kenny Scharf.

Describe Ibiza in three words: Free, magical, vibrant.

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