El Cielo

Adventurous foodies will find a feast for all the senses at El Cielo, run by chef Juan Manuel Barrientos who has taken his native city by storm with experimental kitchen creations based on molecular cuisine. The imaginative menu features local ingredients prepared with technical complexity and creative innovation (think frozen mists of herbs and jars of liquid nitrogen). Under a glass ceiling, diners tuck into an elaborate 11 or 20-course tasting menu divided into sensory “moments”, some no bigger than a single bite.

If you like your food to sing, smoke and shock, Medellin’s molecular gastronomy kitchen, El Cielo, does the trick. From yucca crisps served atop a box that plays Beethoven’s “Silence” to a smoking cauldron of dry ice turned palate cleanser to an Amazon-inspired tree of life made from pan de yucca (cassava bread) and gold-dusted chocolate truffles filled with pina colada, El Cielo wants to be a “roller coaster of senses” according to its leader. Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos has been called the most innovative chef in this most innovative city, and his Bogota El Cielo ranks among Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants.

Juan Manuel Barrientos has come to be the face of celebrity chefdom in Colombia, appearing on television shows and advertisements everywhere. His relatively affordable tasting menus tend to show off molecular techniques whenever possible and do not shy away from employing sensory displays throughout the meal (washing hands tableside with cacao, coffee served in a liquid nitrogen fog to represent the cloud forest, etc). Carrera 40 # 10A-22, El Poblado; elcielorestaurant.com.

El Cielo: One of Medellín’s most internationally acclaimed restaurants, helmed by chef Juan Manuel Barrientos, known for his expertise in molecular gastronomy. Guests can choose between ordering from the regular menu or indulging in the tasting menu, which features up to 18 exquisite dishes. This restaurant offers intricately crafted dishes that blend Colombian culinary traditions with innovative techniques.

From La Hacienda we come to El Cielo, a revolutionary restaurant for involving all the senses through its proposal of creative signature cuisine in which, through multi-sensory experiences, it invites us to sit at the table to enjoy the authentic flavors of Modern Colombian food that only one of the top 50 restaurants in Latin America can offer.

El Cielo El Cielo is known for its innovative approach to pizza-making, incorporating Colombian flavors and ingredients into their creations. Food critics and bloggers have praised the restaurant for its culinary creativity and attention to detail. With an average rating of 4.8 stars, El Cielo is a must-try for adventurous foodies in Medellin.

Located in the exclusive neighborhood of El Poblado, El Cielo is the gastronomic pride of Medellin. Run by chef Juan Manuel Barrientos, this restaurant offers a culinary experience that combines art, science, and Colombian cuisine. The tasting menu is a sensory experience, where each dish is designed to surprise the palate, sight, and smell.

EL CIELO in Medellin isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an artistic performance on your plate. Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos takes diners on a theatrical journey through Colombian cuisine with innovative dishes that surprise and delight. Expect playful presentations, unexpected flavour combinations, and a focus on local ingredients.

If you’re looking for a more modern take on Colombian cuisine, El Cielo is a must-visit. This Michelin-starred restaurant offers innovative dishes that blend traditional Colombian flavours with international techniques. The tasting menu is a great way to experience the full range of El Cielo’s culinary masterpieces.

For a contemporary twist on Colombian cuisine, El Cielo is a must-visit. This Michelin-starred restaurant offers innovative dishes that blend traditional Colombian flavors with international techniques. The tasting menu is an excellent way to experience the full range of El Cielo’s culinary masterpieces.

El Cielo (Bogotá and Medellín): With restaurants in Bogotá and Medellín, not to mention TV appearances, young chef Juan Manuel Barrientos has become one of the faces of Colombia’s growing food movement. He adds molecular touches to native ingredients, so expect to have all of your senses tingled.

With sister restaurants in Miami and Bogotá, the Cielo triumvirate is often hailed among Latin America’s best restaurants. Here in Medellín, superstar chef Juan Manuel Barrientos brings molecular gastronomy to a captivated local and international crowd. The freshest local ingredients…

El Cielo y su chef Juanma Barrientos no necesitan presentación. Seguramente ya has oído hablar de este lugar porque se trata del único restaurante con estrella Michelin en la ciudad. Así que si lo que buscas es una propuesta de alta cocina, definitivamente debes probarlo.

El Cielo is a culinary journey through the flavors of Colombia, reimagined through the innovative lens of chef Juan Manuel Barrientos. This avant-garde restaurant offers a multisensory dining experience that pushes the boundaries of traditional cuisine.

This is one of the most famous and innovative restaurants in Medellin. The chef, Juan Manuel Barrientos, creates a sensory experience that combines food, art, and science. Actually, the menu is a surprise, and each dish has a different technique.

A Colombian restaurant internationally recognized is El Cielo. The chef behind this grand restaurant is Juan Manuel Barrientos, a widely known culinary expert with molecular tricks up his sleeves. El Cielo features two major experiences:

Return to Medellín in the evening and have a sophisticated dinner at El Cielo, a renowned restaurant offering a unique dining experience. End your day with a visit to Lleras Park (Parque Lleras), known for its vibrant nightlife.

Description: El Cielo is a Michelin-starred restaurant led by Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos. It offers a unique sensory dining experience with a tasting menu that combines innovative techniques with traditional Colombian flavors.

El Cielo: Known for its modernist approach, El Cielo offers a dining experience that is both artistic and delicious. Each dish is meticulously crafted to delight the senses and elevate traditional Colombian ingredients.

The most memorable dining experience I have ever had in my life occurred at El Cielo in Medellin, Colombia. Literally, the night was a sensual feast for all senses. We had what they call 11 moments.

El Cielo: El Cielo provides a meal that feels like a luxurious experiment: a molecular gastronomy tasting menu of modern Colombian cuisine, made up of “moments” that engage all of a diner’s senses.

El Cielo is a Michelin-starred gem that takes brunch to the next level. Their menu, inspired by molecular gastronomy, offers artful and delicious dishes that will leave you in awe.

Del puesto 50 al a100 también figuran Andrés carne de res (55), El Cielo, sede Bogotá (74), Carmen, en Medellín (76), Salva Patri (84), Celele, en Cartagena (91).

Me siento en el escenario del circo del sol, donde mis sentidos son llevados a través de una serie de volteretas, saltos, piruetas, vértigo y placer sin igual.