{"id":497,"date":"2023-09-08T16:55:43","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T16:55:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/?p=497"},"modified":"2024-10-22T08:17:59","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T08:17:59","slug":"eat-with-the-locals-in-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/eat-with-the-locals-in-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"Saz\u00f3n The Folk Cook, your best option to eat with the locals in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready to embark on a <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/15-must-do-activities-for-a-full-day-in-granada-the-ultimate-guide\/\">culinary<\/a> adventure like no other? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/the-origins-of-spains-top-10-dishes-what-to-eat-in-spain\/\">Experience<\/a> the heart and soul of <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/discover-the-experience-of-tapas-in-spain-an-unforgettable-gastronomic-adventure\/\">Spain<\/a><\/strong> through its food with <a href=\"http:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/\">Saz\u00f3n The Folk Cook<\/a>, your best option to eat with the locals!<\/p>\n<p>Discover <strong>one of Spain&#8217;s greatest attractions, its <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/seafood-vs-traditional-valencian-paella-differences-and-best-local-places-to-eat\/\">gastronomy<\/a><\/strong>, from the heart of its inhabitants. Get ready to taste the traditional cuisine of our mothers and grandmothers, the food of a lifetime, straight from the homes of our host dinners. Live an authentic <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/where-to-eat-authentic-local-food-in-malaga\/\">culinary experience<\/a> in the homes of the locals, where they will offer you the best from their kitchens. <strong>Ready?<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">What we offer at Saz\u00f3n<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_503\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-503\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-503 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-15.jpg\" alt=\"Sara from Vigo, eat with the locals \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-15.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-15-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-15-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-15-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-503\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Sara is one of our diner hosts in Vigo<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Interaction with local people<\/h2>\n<p>Our <strong>passionate <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/seafood-vs-traditional-valencian-paella-differences-and-best-local-places-to-eat\/\">Spanish<\/a> diner hosts<\/strong> are opening their homes to gourmet travellers and foodies like you. They will cook their <strong>families\u2019 recipes<\/strong> for you and your diner companions. And they will serve you a full menu, drinks included, in their own houses, providing you a totally immersive experience. <a href=\"http:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/\">Join Saz\u00f3n<\/a> and meet friendly locals who will warmly welcome you into their kitchens and dining rooms.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_498\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-498\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-498 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-8.jpg\" alt=\"Would you like to eat with the locals? Meet Sara!\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-8-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-498\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Try Galician delights at Sara&#8217;s house<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Discovering traditional flavours<\/h2>\n<p>Whit <strong>Saz\u00f3n The Folk Cook<\/strong> not only will you eat with locals, but also you\u2019ll have the great opportunity to<strong> immerse yourself in Spain&#8217;s rich culinary heritage<\/strong>. As our hosts prepare authentic dishes passed down through generations. Indulge in <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/discover-the-experience-of-tapas-in-spain-an-unforgettable-gastronomic-adventure\/\">tapas<\/a> in Madrid, discover the authentic <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/romantic-getaways-and-dining-in-seville-unforgettable-experiences-for-couples\/\">Andalusian cuisine<\/a>, taste the best paellas in Valencia\u2026 Or savour the delectable Galician dishes, such as those prepared by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\/sara\/authentic-galician-dining-in-a-traditional-village-home-in-pontevedra\">Sara<\/a>, one of our local cooks near Vigo<\/strong>. Galician empanada, pork shoulder with turnip greens, or tasty scallops\u2026 <strong>Are you up for an unforgettable dinner?<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_505\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-505\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-505 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_29.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh salad by Sara from Cadiz\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_29.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_29-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_29-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_29-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-505\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Search for your favourite <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/discovering-andalusian-holy-week-processions\/\">gastronomic experience<\/a>, like this fresh salad by Sara<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Customised experiences<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a solo traveller, a couple, or a group of family or friends, At <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\">Saz\u00f3n The Folk Cook<\/a> you can c<strong>hoose your culinary adventure<\/strong> depending on your preferences, dietary restrictions, and interests. Where are you travelling? What would you like to eat? <strong>Filter results on our website<\/strong> search engine and find the meat, vegetables or fish menu you wish to try.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_506\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-506\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-506 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_58.jpg\" alt=\"Would you like to eat with the locals? \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_58.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_58-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_58-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_58-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-506\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Sara from <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/where-to-enjoy-authentic-home-cooked-food-in-cadiz\/\">C\u00e1diz<\/a> prepares a delicious menu in her amazing colonial house<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Cultural insights<\/h2>\n<p>Enjoying Saz\u00f3n\u2019s culinary experiences is not just about the fact that you eat with the locals. Or rather that you eat what the diner hosts prepare for you at their own houses. It\u2019s much more\u2026 Joining us is also about<strong> the stories, traditions, and culture<\/strong> that surround each place, each house. Learn about the history behind these succulent menus and <strong>gain insights into Spanish life<\/strong> from our local hosts. A good example is <strong>the amazing colonial house of our diner host, <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\/sara\/traditional-andalusian-dining-with-retinto-beef-in-a-historic-country-house-near-tarifa-cadiz\">Sara<\/a><\/strong>, a beautiful villa in the province of <strong>C\u00e1diz<\/strong> with a farm where cork has been grown and worked for six generations. Imagine how her <a href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Retinta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Retinto<\/a> beef dish must taste in an astonishing setting such as this Los Alcornocales Natural Park. <strong>You\u2019ll adore the experience!<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_500\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-500\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-500 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/F1A1276.jpg\" alt=\"Trini is one of the locals you can meet in Catalonia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/F1A1276.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/F1A1276-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/F1A1276-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/F1A1276-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-500\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Trini is one of the locals you can meet in Catalonia<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Meeting our diner hosts<\/h2>\n<p>Our hosts are more than just cooks; they&#8217;re your <strong>gateway to Spanish culture<\/strong>. From Andalusian grandmothers and mothers\u2019 ancient recipes to innovative Madrid tapas, or authentic Catalan flavours, <strong>each host brings their unique touch<\/strong> to the table. As <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\/trini\/authentic-catalan-dinner-in-a-historic-farmhouse-near-barcelona\">Trini<\/a>, <\/strong>who <strong>will serve you a delicious Catalan dinner<\/strong> in her fabulous and traditional <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Masia\">mas\u00eda<\/a>. <em>Esqueixada<\/em>, catalan cannelloni and a typical sweet cake called <em>coca<\/em>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_501\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-501\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-501 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_6.jpg\" alt=\"Sara's house in Los Barrios, C\u00e1diz\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Anfitriona-Sara-Los-Barrios_6-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-501\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Sara&#8217;s house in Los Barrios, C\u00e1diz, is simply gorgeous<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>A private restaurant just for you<\/h2>\n<p>Imagine being in <strong>a restaurant as authentic as a local&#8217;s home<\/strong>. Feel the delicious aroma emanating from your diner host&#8217;s kitchen. Visualise the <strong>cosy dining room or the relaxing outdoor terrace<\/strong> where you will enjoy this gastronomic delight. And think of the delicacy that awaits you, the one our local chef is preparing just for you and your guests. <strong>Can you think of a better experience?<\/strong> By the way, our locals will prepare and serve dinner, but will let you dine on your own so that you can enjoy this fantastic experience even more\u2026 As if you were in your own private restaurant. <strong>A real treat, isn\u2019t it?<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_502\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-502\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-502 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-3.jpg\" alt=\"Sara's traditional house in Galicia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/SAZON-PONTEAREAS-EMMA-OVIN-3-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-502\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Sara&#8217;s traditional house in Galicia<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Our mission and vision<\/h2>\n<p>At <a href=\"http:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/\">Saz\u00f3n The Folk Cook<\/a>, we believe that<strong> the best way to truly experience a country is through its food and the people who make it<\/strong>. Therefore, we are committed to providing you with <strong>an authentic, immersive, and unforgettable experience<\/strong> that goes beyond typical tourist fare. Get ready to eat with locals, at their homes, in Madrid, <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/15-must-do-activities-for-a-full-day-in-granada-the-ultimate-guide\/\">Granada<\/a>, Vigo, C\u00e1diz, Barcelona or wherever you prefer. And enjoy the best dishes and the most incredible experiences in stunning places and charming houses. Choose your favourite menu and get ready to taste a dream dinner at our diner hosts\u2019 houses. <strong>Will you be able to resist the temptation?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Willing to savour the flavours of Spain with locals?<br \/>\n<\/strong>Visit our website to book your culinary adventure today!<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\">Welcome to Saz\u00f3n The Folk Cook!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure like no other? Experience the heart and soul of Spain through its food with Saz\u00f3n The Folk Cook, your best option to eat with the locals! Discover one of Spain&#8217;s greatest attractions, its gastronomy, from the heart of its inhabitants. 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