{"id":851,"date":"2023-12-21T21:08:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-21T21:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/?p=851"},"modified":"2024-10-22T09:04:19","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T09:04:19","slug":"christmas-menu-in-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/christmas-menu-in-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Christmas menu in Spain?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Christmas<\/strong> is a special time full of tenderness, warmth, kindness and affection. And it is also <strong>a good occasion to celebrate<\/strong> with the ones we love the most <strong>around a nice table with a delicious meal<\/strong>. In <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/discover-the-experience-of-tapas-in-spain-an-unforgettable-gastronomic-adventure\/\">Spain<\/a> we know very well how to prepare a good Christmas dinner. The exquisite <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/15-must-do-activities-for-a-full-day-in-granada-the-ultimate-guide\/\">culinary<\/a> variety of our country and the ancestral tradition of our kitchens also turn the Christmas holidays into a gourmet feast of the most exquisite and varied. Thus, the Christmas menu in Spain can vary from a wide range of options, all of them irresistible! That&#8217;s why, at <strong>S\u00e1zon The Folk Coo<\/strong>k, we have carefully selected a typical Christmas menu with a dish from each of our local chefs. We hope you like it and we are sure it will inspire you during these days.<\/p>\n<h2>A Spanish menu proposal for Christmas<\/h2>\n<p>Just one thing before we start. We warn you that we are only going to give you a few succulent ideas&#8230; For the recipes, the best thing to do is to talk directly to our dinner hosts. We are sure they will give you the best advice. And if you can&#8217;t resist trying these delicious dishes, <a href=\"http:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\">join Saz\u00f3n<\/a> and book your <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/discovering-andalusian-holy-week-processions\/\">gastronomic experience<\/a> now!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_852\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-852\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-852 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/1-Amparo-_opc1.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas menu in Spain, avocado and prawns salad\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/1-Amparo-_opc1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/1-Amparo-_opc1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/1-Amparo-_opc1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/1-Amparo-_opc1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-852\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong><em>To start, nothing better than a refreshing avocado &amp; prawns salad<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>STARTER<\/h3>\n<h2>Avocado and Prawns Salad<\/h2>\n<p>There are<strong> few things as tasty and yet as simple as a refreshing avocado and prawn salad<\/strong>. As long as the product is of high quality, the result will be amazing. No matter if you&#8217;re not very talented at cooking! A true Christmas menu in Spain has to include seafood on the table. It&#8217;s a very refreshing and delicious way to start a hearty holiday dinner or lunch. Also, if you are a large family, this is a perfect way to ensure there&#8217;s enough seafood for everyone \ud83d\ude42 And there is nothing better than a good prawn cocktail. A dish that children love&#8230; And adults too!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Avocado, fresh spring onion, prawns, extra virgin <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/the-culinary-treasures-of-spain\/\">olive oil<\/a>, lemon juice and salt<\/strong> are the ingredients that <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\/amparo\/sevillas-best-private-dining-authentic-andalusian-near-triana\">Amparo<\/a> puts in her delightful salad to make it an ideal dish to start enjoying a gourmet Christmas.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_853\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-853\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-853\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2-Eva-_opc1.jpg\" alt=\"Sea bass in salt crust\" width=\"1200\" height=\"974\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2-Eva-_opc1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2-Eva-_opc1-300x244.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2-Eva-_opc1-1024x831.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2-Eva-_opc1-768x623.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-853\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong><em>Sea bass is a delight for fish lovers and a perfect choice for Christmas dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>MAIN COURSE: FISH<\/h3>\n<h2>Sea Bass in Salt Crust<\/h2>\n<p>Do you <strong>prefer fish<\/strong> over meat? Then you have just <strong>found your perfect match<\/strong>. Sea bass is always a treat, no matter how you prepare it. Though at Christmas the tradition is to cook it in the oven. Simply roasted in its own juices with olive oil, lemon, salt and spices, or baked in a salt crust, sea bass is perfect for the most demanding palates. <strong>An ideal option for those who are not very fond of hearty Christmas meals.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our local dinner host, <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\/eva\/spanish-dining-menu-with-the-best-views-of-the-royal-palace-and-sabatini-gardens-in-madrids-historic-center\">Eva<\/a>, serves this dish as a <strong>main course at Christmas<\/strong> with a tasty side of escarole, pomegranate, orange and garlic salad. But don&#8217;t worry, she&#8217;ll make it for you any time of the year!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_854\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-854\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-854\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3-Marta-_opc2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Roast lamb\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3-Marta-_opc2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3-Marta-_opc2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3-Marta-_opc2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/3-Marta-_opc2-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-854\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong><em>Roast lamb is one of the most typical dishes for Christmas in Spain<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>MAIN COURSE: MEAT<\/h3>\n<h2>Roast Suckling Lamb with baked potatoes<\/h2>\n<p>If we talk about the Christmas menu in Spain, we cannot but mention roast lamb. This <strong>delicious and tasty meat<\/strong> is <strong>one of the most popular dishes<\/strong> at this time of year. As well as being a meat with a lot of flavour, its preparation in the oven makes it <strong>a delicacy that melts in the mouth.<\/strong> Of course, roast lamb is one of the most typical dishes during the festive season in Spain. Lamb leg, lamb shoulder or suckling lamb are, without doubt, a treat that few people can resist.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\/marta\/traditional-spanish-roast-lamb-with-a-romantic-rooftop-terrace-in-madrids-chamberi\">Marta<\/a> is a veritable specialist in the preparation of this Christmas dish, but you can enjoy it at her home whenever you like! Do not miss the opportunity to taste her <strong>roast suckling lamb with baked potatoes<\/strong>! A feast for the palate.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_855\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-855\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-855\" src=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/4-Ana-_opc1-turron.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas menu in Spain\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/4-Ana-_opc1-turron.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/4-Ana-_opc1-turron-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/4-Ana-_opc1-turron-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/4-Ana-_opc1-turron-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-855\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong><em>Irresistible combination of ice cream and <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/seafood-vs-traditional-valencian-paella-differences-and-best-local-places-to-eat\/\">Spanish<\/a> &#8220;turr\u00f3n&#8221;<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>DESSERT<\/h3>\n<h2>Nougat ice cream<\/h2>\n<p>What better way to end a Christmas menu in Spain than with the typical <em><a href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Turr%C3%B3n_de_Jijona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">turr\u00f3n de Jijona<\/a><\/em>. <strong>A sweet that cannot be missing<\/strong> on any table during the festive season. But of course, if we can improve this delicious dessert by combining it with <strong>the irresistible texture of ice cream,<\/strong> then the result will be something incredibly yummy&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\/experiences\/ana\/madrid-gastronomy-in-a-fantastic-designer-house-on-the-golden-mile\">Ana<\/a> is an expert at preparing this <strong>exquisite Christmas dessert<\/strong> (though you can eat it whenever you feel like it!). If you also serve it, as she does, with some crunchy homemade almond biscuits, the success of your Christmas dinner is guaranteed. Although the best thing to do is to join Saz\u00f3n and try it at her house. Don\u2019t you think?<\/p>\n<p>In short, at Saz\u00f3n we hope you liked our sample Christmas menu in Spain. In any case, as we said, <a href=\"https:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/blog\/curious-facts-about-spanish-cuisine\/\">Spanish cuisine<\/a> is very varied and these dates are ideal for being creative and innovative in the kitchen.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>\u00ba\u00ba\u00ba<\/strong><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">If you need some inspiration, <a href=\"http:\/\/sazonthefolkcook.com\/en\">join Saz\u00f3n<\/a> and try the dishes prepared by our local cooks in their own homes. Are you up for it?<br \/>\nIn the meantime, Happy Christmas!!!!<\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is a special time full of tenderness, warmth, kindness and affection. And it is also a good occasion to celebrate with the ones we love the most around a nice table with a delicious meal. In Spain we know very well how to prepare a good Christmas dinner. 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