It’s almost time to enjoy “Menjars de la Terra”, a new gastronomy week. In this case, the days come when the main hero of Vega Baja is the artichoke. It will be from next Monday to Friday of the same week. The kitchen exhibition organized by INFORMACIÓN with the support of the Provincial Council continues for five days Will visit five restaurants that perfectly represent gastronomic richness and diversity treasures of the region.
The most popular gastronomic events in the province, Regulatory Councils Products with the Alicante Designation of Origin to emphasize their recognized and protected quality.
Offers prepared specifically for this event five restaurants The names that will represent Vega Baja in this new season of “Menjars de la Terra” have awakened great expectation and caused a flood of bookings that meant at least three establishments were forced to put up “full” signs.
Glance Gallery
First restaurant to open fire Monday, February 26th will be La Galería de La Mirada at La ZeniaHeaded by Miguel Ángel Montesinos as executive chef.
Montesinos explains this on its menu”We wanted to highlight our land and sea with citrus and modern touches.». Describing his cuisine as “signature cuisine prepared with modern touches”, the chef’s most popular specialties include “Grilled red tuna parpatana with seaweed pesto”, “Oxtail stuffed artichokes with goose, quinoa and yellow curry with caramelized onions”. “Sea bass ceviche in light coconut” or “Octopus cooked Grandma’s style”.
Pico del Águila Estate
HE Tuesday 27 it’s time Pico del Águila Estate, in the Oriola district of La Aparecida. The restaurant team, under the direction of chef José Antonio López “Pipi”, has carefully prepared a complete menu.Vega reflects the essence and diversity of Baja’s gastronomy. Our proposal consists of carefully selected dishes that highlight the characteristic flavors and products of the region.as well as a creative interpretation of traditional recipes. We strive to offer a unique gastronomic experience that allows you to discover and enjoy the authentic cuisine of our region,” explains López.
gray hair
HE We are moving to Daya Vieja on Wednesday the 28thto the restaurant gray hairOne of those who have already filled their premises with a menu, trying to reflect what the establishment means from a gastronomic point of view, «Traditional dishes with seasonal products»He was also recognized by his manager Pedro Sánchez.
silvino
On Thursday the 29th it will be Silvino restaurant in Almoradí. Vega is the person responsible for representing Baja’s gastronomic excellence. Offer prepared by chef Encarna Capdecón, based on “local cuisine” and its recognized prestige within and outside the region has made it one of those already completed.
columns
Finally, On Friday, March 1, gastronomy week ends at Las Columnas restaurant in Torrevieja. Practically complete with a thought-provoking proposal, also prepared with seasonal produce by head chef Óscar París, “a synergy between the sea and the orchards that surround us,” explains the chef.
“Menjars de la Terra” gastronomy days are open to everyone who wants to taste the menus. There are still places left. Hurry up and make a reservation. Entertainment.
Menus of the week
La Mirada Gallery (La Zenia)
WELCOME COCKTAIL:
Oyster boat.
Iberian ham with its cutter.
Cheese and sausage table.
Curry chicken samosas.
Shrimp sauce and teriyaki sauce.
SNACKS ON THE TABLE:
Viso brand pastry.
Camarrojas coca, smoked sardine and mullet roe.
“Meneao” cod bonbon.
MAIN COURSES:
Grilled artichokes, pickles, mussels, honey and thyme.
Shredded wheat casserole with fennel.
Flounder and shrimp from Guardamar, citrus and pickles from Vega Baja.
SWEET:
Washed down with Almojabana, Formentera honey and tangerine ice cream.
SHOPPING CENTRE:
Terreta white wine (Chardonnay) DO Alicante. Red wine Altos de Orihuela (Monastrell) DOAlicante. Laudum Rose (Monastrell) rose wine DO Alicante. Artisanal Cornamusa Beer.
PRICE PER PERSON: 42 € (VAT included)
Reservation: Phone 865 992 373
Pico del Águila Estate (Orihuela)
WELCOME COCKTAIL:
Dry sausage, bread and butter station.
Camarrojas focaccia with sardines.
Chinese bread with grilled paprika and fried vegetables.
Mini balls from Vega Baja.
ON THE TABLE:
Heart salad with guacamole, mini artichokes, pine nuts and lemon dressing.
Sepionet gratin with artichoke and pesto.
MAIN COURSE:
Cod stew with vegetables from Vega Baja.
TO END:
Lemon sorbet from Finca Pico del Águila.
SWEET:
Almond cake, egg yolk, meringue and cinnamon.
SHOPPING CENTRE:
Wines from Altos de Orihuela DO Alicante.
Waters, beers and soft drinks.
PRICE PER PERSON: 42 € (VAT included)
Reservation: Phone 677 022 227
www.fincapicodelaguila.com
La Caña (Daya Vieja)
Beginners:
Sobrasada and buttered bread.
Homemade sausage.
Grilled squid.
Grilled artichokes with Iberian ham.
Green salad with artichoke and celery.
MAIN COURSE:
Top up the consommé.
Baked.
SWEET:
Almojábana and Almond Cake.
SHOPPING CENTRE:
Murviedro Galeam Moscato Seco white wine.
Sericis Cepas Viejas Monastrell red wine from Bodegas Murviedro.
Waters, beers and soft drinks.
PRICE PER PERSON: 42 € (VAT included)
Reservation: 966 712 749 – 686 752 039
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Silvino (Almoradi)
Beginners:
Homemade bread with salty Selma EVOO and local tomatoes.
Artichoke sautéed with cuttlefish.
Camarrojas with sardines and free-range eggs.
Winter Salad.
MAIN COURSES:
Widow’s pot.
El Barquero cod with homemade fried tomatoes.
SWEET:
Almond cake and Almojábanas.
coffee and tiles
SHOPPING CENTRE:
Tarima Hill Chardonnay white wine.
Red wine of Alicante Bouschet.
Estrella de Levante Beer.
Numen mineral water.
PRICE PER PERSON: 42 € (VAT included)
Reservations: 966 780 523.
Columns (Torrevieja)
Beginners:
Torrevieja anchovies soaked in vinegar on a bed of potato chips.
Mediterranean savory salad with tomatoes from the Vega Baja garden, washed down with Cornicabra EVOO from Francisco Gómez.
Artichoke Festival: Almoradí artichoke flower and stuffed artichokes grilled with PX Reduction and salt from the lagoons of Torrevieja.
Octopus skewers and La Vera grilled red pepper and garlic on potato cake.
MAIN COURSE:
Rice with vegetables from Vega Baja and anchovies from Torrevieja.
SWEET:
Almond cake and Jijona nougat ice cream.
SHOPPING CENTRE:
Noble White Fruit -Sauvignon Blanc- Francisco Gómez. Noble Red Fruit – Monastrell and Syrah – Francisco Gómez. Bocanegra -Monastrell Dulce- Francisco Gómez. Brut Queen of Queens -Cava- Francisco Gómez. Estrella de Levante Beer. Fuenteliviana Juice.
PRICE PER PERSON: 42 € (VAT included)
Reservations: 965 712 398 – 644 357 666
Source: Informacion
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