In the first part of this series, we embarked on a culinary journey across Spain, exploring the rich tapestry of flavours that define its regions. Continuing our gastronomic exploration, we delve into the traditional dishes and unique dining experiences that make Spain a paradise for food lovers. Each region boasts its distinct culinary identity, shaped by its history, geography, and culture. Let’s continue our journey through Catalonia, the Valencian Community, Asturias, and Andalusia. And let’s get ready to discover what to eat in Spain and where to find these culinary delights! Will you join us at Sazón The Folk Cook?
Catalonia is a blend of sea and mountain
Catalonia, a region known for its landscapes that stretch from the Pyrenees to the Mediterranean, offers a unique culinary experience that mirrors its geographical diversity. The Catalan cuisine is a celebration of contrasts, where sea and mountain ingredients blend harmoniously in dishes.
One such experience can be found through Raquel‘s delicious Catalan menu. This experience showcases traditional dishes but with our host’s modern twist. To start, you will enjoy a fresh Olivier salad with a crunchy touch. An exquisite prawn tartare will refresh your palate to prepare for the following delicacy: a typical Catalan cannelloni. Of course, we couldn’t miss the exquisite crema catalana for dessert.
Our host has prepared each dish with top-quality local ingredients, providing a taste of Catalonia’s rich culinary heritage. A top-nocht experience to get a taste of this region.
Valencian Community and the flavours of the Mediterranean
The Valencian Community, renowned for its azure coastlines and fertile orchards, is the birthplace of paella, Spain’s most iconic dish. However, the region’s culinary offerings extend far beyond this well-known rice dish.
Marina, one of our local cooks, invites diners to explore the depth of Valencian cuisine. This experience features a variety of tasteful dishes, each telling a story of the Mediterranean’s bounty. Bread with ali-oli, assorted fried fish, arroz a banda (seafood rice), and the typical torrijas, a must-eat in Spain.
From succulent seafood to rich, garden-fresh vegetables, the Valencian table is a testament to the region’s love affair with rice and its adeptness in capturing the essence of the Mediterranean in every bite.
Asturias moves between sidra and fabada
Asturias, a verdant paradise nestled between the Cantabrian Sea and the mountains, offers a culinary experience as refreshing as its landscape. The region is celebrated for its tasty cider, a beverage deeply ingrained in its culture and festivities.
Rosalia‘s irresistible menu provides an authentic Asturian dining experience. Guests can savour dishes like a vegetable stew with seasonal products, an assortment of spreadable foods ideal to start your culinary adventure in the region. Then, capas de chosco, a traditional recipe with a typical smoked sausage with some other ingredients. As a dessert, a fruit salad with some custard. Delicious!
This experience embodies the spirit of Asturias, where food and drink bring people together, creating unforgettable moments.
Andalusia, the taste of authenticity
Andalusia’s culinary landscape is as vast and varied as the region itself. From the coastal delicacies of the Mediterranean to the rustic fare of the interior, Andalusian cuisine is a testament to the region’s rich history and cultural amalgamation.
Josefina’s proposal offers a journey through the traditional dishes that have been the backbone of the cuisine of Jaen and Granada. Diners can expect to indulge in a savoury salmon, spinach and cheese pie. Then, a traditional Rin Ran cazorleño. This is a delicious salad with fresh potatoes, vegetables, salted cod, olives, and boiled eggs awaiting you to discover the flavour of the Sierra de Cazorla rural cuisine. As a main dish, get ready to try an exquisite Moorish pastry made with puff pastry, chicken, leeks, different nuts and a variety of spices. To end this delicious gastronomic experience, some sweet porridge, a traditional recipe of humble but delicious origin.
This experience is a celebration of Andalusia’s culinary heritage, offering a taste of its lesser-known but enduring and much-loved flavours.
As we conclude our culinary journey through Spain, it’s clear that the country’s diverse regions offer an endless array of flavours, ingredients, and dishes waiting to be discovered. For food lovers seeking to immerse themselves in a rich gastronomic heritage, Spain’s culinary landscape is a mosaic of traditions and innovations.
At Sazón The Folk Cook, we provide an authentic and memorable way to explore what to eat in Spain. At the home of the locals! Will you join us?
*Features imaged: Rosalía’s menu at her house in Asturias
