What a fantastic pleasure it is to taste local food, real local food, in all the places we visit. Different products, new flavours, ancient recipes, exquisite innovative proposals… And what about meeting the native people, getting to know their traditions, their ways of life, or their culinary treasures? If you happen to be travelling around Southern Spain, at Sazón The Folk Cook we would like you to experience the most authentic Andalusia by discovering the dishes that locals cook in their own houses. So if you want to know where to eat local in Andalusia, just follow us in this irresistible culinary journey we’ve prepared for you!
Chiclana, the essence of Cadiz flavours
When you are searching for where to eat local in Andalusia, it is clear that one of the regions you cannot miss is Cadiz. Famous for the Carnival and the “pescaíto frito”, among many other attractions, this land is a paradise for fish and seafood lovers.
Less than 25 km from Cadiz capital city we find Chiclana de la Frontera, a place worth a visit not only for its sandy beaches but also for its spectacular gastronomic offer. Elena has a lovely country house in Chiclana, and she is fond of cooking for whoever wants to experience her culinary skills. Spanish tapas such as Spanish omelette, salmorejo or Olivier salad, among others, are exquisite starters on her menu. We continue with a mouthwatering fish & seafood paella. And the dessert is an irresistible banana and chocolate cream. A fabulous menu to discover the essence of this amazing land.
The flavours of Seville & Huelva in a grandmother’s recipes
One of the must-visit places to get a real taste of Southern Spain is Seville. Nothing more authentic than Triana, a modest neighbourhood traditionally inhabited by potters and sailors, with a lively street market.
If you are around and don’t know where to eat local in a true Andalusian house, we suggest you meet Amparo. Born in the city but with Huelva roots from her father, our local host loves to get her grandmother’s recipes back, and breathe life into them with her particular touch. Get ready to discover the original flavours of the Sierra de Huelva with Amparo’s grandma, Mamela, exquisite starters. A fresh king prawns with avocado salad will help you make room in your stomach for the next course: a hearty pork cheek with potatoes. The dessert is a nougat flan that is hard to resist!
A Rondeño menu in a breathtaking setting
If you still don’t know Ronda, in Malaga, be sure that this is one of the must-visit places to go to at least once in a lifetime. A stunning setting and breathtaking views are two of the top attractions of this place full of charm and a sort of magical enchantment.
The Serranía de Ronda features a rich culinary tradition too. That is why we recommend you stop at Cristina & Ani’s house in case you want to discover where to eat local in Andalusia. Get ready for a feast of flavours coming from the ancient traditions of people inhabiting this hilly land. A seasonal salad with local honey and an oxtail snack to start. The main, not to miss, is migas rondeñas, a typical dish based on fried breadcrumbs, chorizo, blood sausage and peppers. The dessert couldn’t be more appetising: junket with aniseed and honey. Heaven’s taste!
Gastronomic tribute to Huelva
When we want to know where to eat local in Andalusia, we cannot overlook a region brimming with tradition and a lot of “arte andaluz”. Bordered by Portugal, Cadiz, Seville, Badajoz and the Atlantic Ocean, this land combines a mixture of cultures, closely reflected in its gastronomy.
Vanessa is passionate about cooking, something that she inherited from her mother. And she is in love with her land and the little paradise she lives in. Facing the sea and the golden sand, she proposes an Andalusian menu consisting of melon & ham, the typical ajoblanco, and unbeatable black rice with squid and shrimps from Huelva (very appreciated in Spain). To top off, a delicious cookie cake, a recipe of our cook’s grandmother. A feast for the palate!
A feast for the palate on the Costa Tropical
We head now to Motril, in Granada, in the heart of the peculiar Costa Tropical. If you really wish to know where to eat local in Andalusia, the traditional flavours in Granada are a must.
That is why we invite you to meet Trini, one of our valued hosts in this region. She will welcome you to her stunning terrace, a little paradise surrounded by a charming garden of custard apple trees. Discover her tasty ajoverde, a real treat. Another pleasure is the mango salad, and a main course based on pork cheeks with a savoury almond sauce. For dessert, a delightful treat: a chocolate sponge cake.
