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We were in Sant Llorenc de la Muga (a wonderfully tranquil setting in the foothills of the Pyrenees in the Costa Brava) for 5 nights in July. Whilst there, we were recommended to try the food of a young chef named David at L'hostal de...l'aigua, Sant Llorenc de la Muga. From the moment he spoke to us to describe some of the dishes on and off his menu, it was clear that he was very passionate about his food and the courses that we were served after that were simply exquisite. Make no mistake, David is a chef and not just a cook. A small shot of refreshing melon soup followed by a starter of salad with goat's cheese cooked in filo pastry set the tone for our first meal. This was followed by the most tender and succulent duck confit garnished with thin fried potato shavings and a perfect accompaniment of pear chutney. The meat literally fell off the bones. David, who is a charming and friendly host as well, also served us a jug of excellent sangria using a recipe inherited from his father. We ate at L'hostal de l'aigua twice and each time the bill for two including 1 starter, 2 main courses and a jug of sangria was in the region of 40 Euro which was exceptional value for the quality of dining experience that we received. If you are ever in Sant Llorenc de La Muga, you must make time to sample the food of this brilliant chef and once you have, you will keep coming back for more. .