Businessman Juan Suau, a key figure in the history of Bar Bosch, dies in Palma

PalmBusinessman Juan Suau Serra has died in Palma at the age of 80. Closely linked to the Mallorcan business world, Suau is best remembered for his time at Bar Bosch, which he co-owned from 1975 for nearly two decades. This period coincided with the establishment's consolidation as one of the main social and gastronomic meeting points in the center of Palma, without ever losing the popular spirit that has characterized it since its founding. Suau is also credited with popularizing the term lobsters to refer to the hot sandwiches of El Bosch, a name that has ended up becoming the brand name of the house.

Hailing from a family with a long business tradition on the island, Juan Suau was known for his approachable manner and his discreet yet consistent approach, deeply connected to the day-to-day operations of the business. His death leaves behind a figure deeply ingrained in Palma's collective memory and an establishment that forms part of the city's identity.