Sustainable Commitment
Community of shared values
At Cenador de Amós we cultivate local produce with a global vision, where each natural cycle inspires our culinary offering. We respect the seasonality of the organic produce that we tend to in our own vegetable garden.
Cantabrian roots reinterpreted with a contemporary vision: we masterfully use local produce, with refined technique that respects the essence of the ingredient.
We work with local suppliers to guarantee quality, freshness and traceability, integrating the territory into every dish.
Technical precision and finesse: each creation aims to excite the diner, fusing aesthetics, flavour and story.
impulse a Innovative operating model which places renewable energy and emissions reduction at the heart of our strategy.
Our multi-energy strategy, strengthened by strategic alliances with companies such as Repsol, allows us to raise our renewable generation targets, achieving energy production with a low, neutral, or even negative carbon footprint. In this way, we actively contribute to the circular economy and develop pioneering energy solutions that consolidate our unwavering commitment to the environment.
The Green Star
At Cenador de Amós, we boast the Michelin Green Star, a distinction that recognises our commitment to sustainability in all aspects of our offering. This award, presented by the Michelin Guide, honours restaurants that incorporate environmental, social, and ethical criteria into their approach to gastronomy.
We work with a responsible and conscious vision, championing local produce, collaboration with local producers, and efficient resource management. We take care of every detail to actively contribute to the well-being of the environment and the people within it.
This commitment is also reflected in our cuisine, where we develop recipes that highlight the full utilisation of produce. Each ingredient is treated with respect and creativity, resulting in dishes that express our philosophy: excellence, responsibility, and consistency.
The Green Star reinforces our purpose of offering a gastronomic experience aligned with the values that guide our daily work and that are part of our identity as a project.
Committed to new environmental challenges, we position ourselves as leading figures in sustainable haute cuisine In the gastronomy sector. We have consolidated a strategy based on the circular economy and the use of renewable energies, which has allowed us to obtain the Repsol and Aenor “Energy Excellence Kitchens” certification. This distinction highlights our effort to reduce our carbon footprint and promote energy efficiency, demonstrating that innovating in sustainability is part of our essence.
First Solar Community in Gastronomy
At Cenador de Amós, we have taken a decisive step towards sustainable innovation with the creation of our First Solar Community in Gastronomy. In partnership with Repsol, we have developed a pioneering model of collective self-consumption, which enables the generation and consumption of local energy in a 100% renewable and highly efficient manner.
This innovative project not only reinforces our commitment to sustainability but also contributes to the reduction of our carbon footprint by sharing energy with our neighbours in Villaverde de Pontones. In this way, we are merging fine dining with an eco-responsible vision, demonstrating that gastronomic excellence can and must go hand-in-hand with a deep respect for the environment.
A 360º movement along the entire value chain
In a completely rural setting, at Cenador de Amós we operate with the conviction that each link in the value chain is fundamental to building a unique and sustainable gastronomic offering. We are committed to boosting the local economy by directly selecting nearby producers, without intermediaries, and we champion fair trade practices that consolidate the roots of our territory.
We firmly believe in the importance of respecting the seasonality of the organic produce we cultivate. To this end, we have our own seedbed and vegetable garden, where each vegetable and fruit develops in perfect harmony with the natural cycles of its surroundings. Furthermore, we promote a rigorous system of recycling and waste separation, which allows us to reduce our environmental impact and foster a circular economy.
Our 360º approach spans from the product's origin to the diner's final experience, ensuring that each initiative is part of a harmonious and sustainable process. This translates into high gastronomic quality that, at the same time, preserves and celebrates the rural and ecological heritage of Cantabria.
We champion the philosophy of "kilometre zero," a local cuisine that champions organic products, telling the story of our region through our gastronomic offerings.
Electric vehicle charging solution at El Cenador de Amós
At Cenador de Amós, we are just as passionate about sustainable transport as we are about every dish we serve. We have three DS electric cars that ensure we travel in an environmentally friendly way: one electric 100% and two hybrids, which enable us to meet our efficiency standards.
Furthermore, we are reinforcing our commitment by installing a dedicated charging point capable of charging two vehicles simultaneously. Thanks to the 100% renewable electricity supplied by Repsol, we are significantly reducing harmful emissions and helping to combat climate change.
This innovative solution is an extension of our 360º philosophy, uniting gastronomic excellence with responsible practices that care for the planet.
Betting on ecodesign and interior design that is responsible towards the environment, people, and the planet.
At Cenador de Amós, interior design transcends aesthetics and becomes a lived experience. Every element that makes up our spaces is conceived under the principles of eco-design and responsibility, reflecting a deep connection with the environment and the well-being of people.
All our new furniture is made from FSC®️-certified wood, sourced from reforested forests with a chain of custody from tree to finished product. Furthermore, our tables – inspired by the finest marble – are crafted from an antibacterial material, the result of extensive research, and designed in collaboration with chef Jesús Sánchez.
This synergy not only beautifies our environment but also contributes to the reduction of our carbon footprint, marking an essential action for curbing climate change.
Social Responsibility
At Cenador de Amós, social responsibility is the engine that drives our relentless pursuit of excellence.
Our commitment goes beyond gastronomy; it translates into ethical and conscious management of our local resources, working hand in hand with farmers and local artisans who share our mission and vision.
We are proud to carry out our own composting in a controlled environment, promoting the use of organic fertilisers free from chemical additives in gardens and allotments, to nourish both our plates and the earth that gave them birth.
With a work philosophy that embraces the local terroir, we have managed to put our small village of 300 inhabitants on the map, consolidating a network of local producers and betting on quality products, «from the land to the plate.» In this way, we actively contribute to the regeneration of the rural fabric and the fight against depopulation, adding value to the cuisine and gastronomic heritage of our area.
Amós's Arbor understands that in today's world, profitability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) are inseparable concepts; they coexist harmoniously and mutually reinforce each other. Identifying, communicating, and putting these commitments into practice with our stakeholders is fundamental to maintaining and strengthening the trust that our clients, collaborators, and professionals place in us.
Local economy
Our Commitment to Sustainability and the Local Economy