The upcoming season opens with a celebration of regional flavors across Baix Vinalopó. Menjars de la Terra, organized by INFORMACIÓN with the support of the Provincial Council, launches a fresh cycle next Monday in a region celebrated for its rich and diverse gastronomy. From Monday to Friday, five chosen restaurants will demonstrate their culinary art by featuring a standout product: the Mollar Granada de Elche, a fruit protected by a designation of origin that guarantees its distinct character and quality.
People are already warming their stoves. The Carlos restaurant, located in the rural area near Elche, will kick off the event with an opening day program that promises a fuller, more complete experience. The menu is expected to be thoughtfully assembled, with a curated assortment of appetizers and a welcome cocktail featuring pomegranate juice, generously provided by the Granada Mollar PDO Regulatory Council. Elche stands as the featured product of the week, highlighting its regional significance and culinary potential.
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In the ticketed selections, guests can discover an artichoke and soft garlic shrimp tiradito or a Mediterranean salad crowned with Mollar pomegranate. For mains, the week presents bold choices including three rice dishes cooked over wood fire, as well as an Iberian fillet served with fried potatoes and a date sauce. The week culminates with the Elche cake adorned with molar pomegranate, setting a high bar for participating venues and signaling a memorable culinary journey for attendees.
Tuesday brings La Posada in Torrellano into the spotlight, presenting a full spectrum of flavors drawn from the Elche countryside. The dishes honor traditional techniques, showcase local produce, and emphasize seasonal ingredients, all crafted to offer a heartfelt sense of place.
Wednesday shifts attention to La Cofradía de Santa Pola, a restaurant already drawing a waiting list. Its menu features representative flavors from the region, including some of Santapolera Bay’s finest fish and seafood, prepared with a respectful nod to coastal traditions and modern technique alike.
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On Thursday, February 1, the renowned Matola restaurant presents a comforting, homemade style with family-style cooking. The main course showcases Rice with vegetables and Iberian neck, a dish that blends rustic warmth with refined balance, inviting guests to share a satisfying, communal experience.
Friday closes the week with Las Palmeras de Crevillent presenting a menu that emphasizes regional flavors meant to evoke memories of long-standing family meals. Diners can expect favorites such as Rice with soup Five handfuls, Shepherd’s migas with Aledo grapes from Terra Colorá, and Roasted lamb with rosemary broth from Sierra Crevillentina, all prepared to celebrate the region’s culinary heritage.
Open to everyone, the Menjars de la Terra gastronomy days offer menus at 42 euros, with drinks and VAT included. Reservations are straightforward: contact the restaurant to book a table and indulge in this curated tasting experience that showcases a spectrum of local specialties.