The countdown begins for a new appointment after the summer vacation «Menjars of the Terra». And it will undoubtedly be worth the wait. This time, the delicious meeting will take place in some regions Distinct traditional roots such as Central and Upper Vinalopó. And in the leading role is an extraordinary product: Bagged Table Grapes from Vinalopó.
The first restaurant to open for business will be Leandra Espacio Gastronomy in Elda on Monday, September 16. Paulino Motilla, the manager of the establishment, underlined the offer he presented by stating that they have prepared a special menu for this event, in which they want to reflect “the essence of our land, with dishes that represent the richness of our local products”. “It is based on a cuisine that combines tradition and modernity; we try to rescue traditional recipes and give them a contemporary touch, always maintaining respect for local ingredients and quality.” The main course will be “Pork tenderloin with Moscatel sauce and Vinalopó grapes.”
The second restaurant to take the stage will be La Façana. BiarTuesday the 17th. Its director, Antonio Miguel Valls, places great value on the implementation of initiatives such as “Menjars de la Terra”, which value traditional cuisine and are an important incentive for restaurants, especially in the interior of the province, so we are very happy that you came to give us visibility. La Façana’s gastronomic presentation is a good example of what is done in the region where spoon dishes and traditional cuisine abound. That is why, Main course options on their menu include “Olleta de wheat” and “Broth cooked with noodles and balls”.
On Wednesday the 18th it will be the turn of the Equelite restaurant. Villeneuve. The team, led by Paqui Serrano as head chef, has prepared a special menu that “is faithful to our style, keeping flavor in the foreground”, as they do not want to give up one of their “strong dishes” such as pilaf, and that also showcases other specialties of their cuisine, with products. A cuisine characterized by the use of local, indigenous products, “Mediterranean and traditional dishes”, Serrano details. “Lamb with light garlic” will be served as the main course.
On Thursday, September 19, the sessions will move to the district. In the novelTo the Nou Cucuch restaurant. There, the participants will be served with the professionalism that has been accustomed to us by the business manager Juan Carlos Sánchez, who, together with his kitchen team, has prepared a menu bearing the seal of “Menjars de la Terra”. Sánchez believes that “it seems to me a complete success to have these days that glorify our traditional dishes that should always remain in our kitchen”. At Nou Cucuch, the offer consists of daily stews, baked rice and fish and barbecued meats, and for this special event, Juan Carlos Sánchez emphasizes, “We wanted to combine dishes from here with products from Alicante”. The main course will be “Vegetable paellica with artichokes”.
Finally, the gastronomy week will end on Friday, September 20th at Ya restaurant. AspA reference point in the region with a complete menu that will greet its participants. “We are proud of our restaurant, as said the head of the team of the well-known Aspense establishment, led by Ernesto Mira as manager.ours gastronomy Alicante is diverse, balanced and full of a very special taste. our local products offered to you.
“Every initiative made with love and effort, like “Menjars de la Terra”, is a very valuable tool to bring our most indigenous gastronomy closer to and value lovers of good food” and emphasizes this in its menu. «We have tried to maintain our line in the kitchen, but also by emphasizing some of our products that best represent this region, such as table grapes or Aspe sausage, among others.
All this with the aim of transferring to the table our care for local products, our long-standing experience in preparing menus for our customers and friends, and our absolute respect for our gastronomic traditions. The main course will be “Mountain lordet rice with chicken, rabbit, Iberian secret and goose”.
Open to the general public
“Menjars de la Terra” is a KNOWLEDGE initiative that has the unconditional support of the world. Provincial Council of Alicante, It is committed to promoting an important sector for the province, such as the hotel sector. The gastronomy exhibition also adds the support of the regulatory councils of the Denominations of Origin that the province of Alicante has, with Vinalopó Bagged Table Grapes being the main protagonist of this event.
It is useful to remember this These days are open to the public. and they represent a special opportunity to delve into the knowledge of the gastronomic pleasures that are the treasure trove of the state’s cuisines. Just search for the restaurant or restaurants you want to visit and make a reservation. Entertainment.
Menus of the week
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
Welcome cocktail:
– Pork rinds candied with Maldon salt.
-Beet hummus and pico de gallo in a potato cup.
-Mini salmon tartare marinated with avocado, mango and Vinalopo grapes.
For beginners:
– Medallions of pork knuckle with Parmentier, pickled mango and goose.
-Sea bass with vegetables on leek cream and charcoal mayonnaise.
– Camembert cheese millefeuille with vinalopo grape compote and fried sage.
Main:
-Pork tenderloin with nutmeg sauce and Vinalopo grapes.
Sweet:
– Puff pastry cream and red fruits.
-Coffee and teas.
Shopping centre:
-DOP Alicante wines.
-Beers, soft drinks and mineral water.
PRICE PER PERSON: €42 (VAT included)
Reservations: 865 823 111
Leandraespaciogastronomico.es
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
For beginners:
-Vinalopó grape cheese delicacies.
– Pericana, made with dried peppers, codfish, garlic and olive oil.
– Beef fillet in vinaigrette grape sauce.
-Grilled candied artichokes.
-Burrata salad based on local tomatoes.
The main thing to choose:
-Wheat pot or cooked broth with noodles and balls.
Sweet:
-Bear nougat cake.
-Coffee and teas.
Shopping centre:
-DOP Alicante wines.
-Beers, soft drinks and mineral water.
PRICE PER PERSON: €42 (VAT included)
Reservations: 965 810 373
lafasana.com
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
For beginners:
– Shrimp tartare.
– Beans with goose, truffle and Vinalopó Grape reduction.
– «Triguico villenero» cover.
– Tomato salad with mojama.
Main:
– Soft garlic lamb.
Sweet:
-Cerol gelatin nougat ice cream.
-Coffee and teas.
Shopping centre:
-White Marina Alta from Bodegas Bocopa.
-Red Monastrell Laudum XII Plus from Bodegas Bocopa.
-Estrella Daam beer, soft drinks and mineral water.
PRICE PER PERSON: €42 (VAT included)
Reservation: 965 340 013 (ext. 5)
ferreroacademy.com/restaurant/
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
For beginners:
-Dried Pinoso sausage with village white fish.
– Grilled eggplant in the oven.
-Salted fish varieties.
– Tasting of gachamiga with bagged Vinalopó Grapes.
Main:
-Vegetable paellica with artichokes.
Sweet:
-Torrija with cookie ice cream.
-Coffee and teas.
Shopping centre:
-White Marina Alta from Bodegas Bocopa.
-Red Monastrell Laudum XII Plus from Bodegas Bocopa.
-Beers, soft drinks and mineral water.
PRICE PER PERSON: €42 (VAT included)
Reservation: 965 603 034
info@cucuch.com
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
For beginners:
-Osmotic tomatoes with fatty tuna, red onion and almonds.
– Cured Aspe sausage tartare with pickles on crispy panipuri.
-Flaming eggplant with creamy black pudding, honey shine and goat cheese crumbs.
– “Lamb rechihuelas” tacos with garlic, demiglace and crispy onions.
Main:
-Mountain lordet rice with chicken, rabbit, Iberian secret, mushrooms and goose.
Sweet:
– Caramelized French toast with Vinalopó grape ice cream.
-Coffee and teas.
Shopping centre:
-Blanco Rafa Cañizares, Bodegas Volver. Red Tarima Selection 6 months aging, Bodegas Volver.
-Beers, soft drinks and mineral water.
PRICE PER PERSON: €42 (VAT included)
Reservation: 955 491 666
Whatsapp: 610 942 362
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