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Traditional Spanish Cuisine
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Written by Clive
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Friday, 01 August 2008 00:00 |
 Venta "El Tropezon 3", a roadside bar and restuarant is located on the entrance to Montecorto village not far from Ronda on the border of the Sierra de Grazalema natural park. The staff are always friendly the prices are very reasonable and there is also a shop where you can buy many types of local produce like olive oils, cheeses, hams and other artesanal food supplies. They also have a good selection of locally produced wines.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 August 2008 21:19 )
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Traditional Spanish Cuisine
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Written by Ashley
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Tuesday, 29 July 2008 19:09 |
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 One of my favourite traditional Spanish dishes is Paella. It's quick and easy to cook and very versatile. Even my dad could make this and he's been banned from the kitchen at home for many years as beans on toast tests his cooking abilities to the max. The basic recipe is onions, peppers, tomatoes, garlic, rice and stock the rest is down to taste. In the recipe below we use Chorizo and Prawns but Chicken and Chorizo or Chicken and Clams, Prawn and Clams are equally as good.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 29 July 2008 20:55 )
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Vegetarian
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Written by Clive
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Sunday, 27 July 2008 19:20 |
 So it's now pretty much the hottest part of summer here in the Sierra de Grazalema and at this time of year lighting a flame barbecue outside is not only foolhardy it is actually against the law. The sierras are tinder dry and a spark can cause a big uncontrolled fire very easily... So what are we to do when we have some friends around to our country finca for an afternoon vegetarian barbecue, microwave? No, the answer to perfect summer outdoor cooking is a parabolic solar cooker... It's not rocket science. Reflect and concentrate the sun onto the base of a pan and you can cook just like on a regular hob.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 July 2008 13:29 )
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Vegetarian
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Written by Claire
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Tuesday, 08 July 2008 19:59 |
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 For Vegetarians and Vegans who live, or are on holiday in Andalucia, Southern Spain, eating out can be a challenge. The majority of Spanish restaurants do not cater for vegetarians, vegans, Coeliacs or those that require a gluten free diet. Those restaurants that do provide this type of food are few and far between and very often even the traditional house salad contains tuna! Most other dishes that are available almost always contain some form of meat or fish.
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 12 July 2008 16:10 )
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Where to Eat
Molino Del Puente, Ronda
Beautifully set around an open central fireplace and featuring much of the original mill machinery. In the summer months there is also dining on the riverside terrace.International menu using only the finest of fresh local produce and seafood.
Restaurant Al Lago, Zahara de la Sierra
A stunning setting with lake views from the terrace in which to enjoy a leisurely lunch, dinner or innovative tapas. Chef Stefan Crites, who trained in New York for many years, re-interprets some of Spain’s culinary classics with a creative and exotic touch using local organic vegetables, top quality meat and fresh fish from the markets in Cadiz.
Hotels in the Area
El Gastor village lodgings
Friendly, relaxed, family run B&B in the beautiful white village (pueblo blanco) of El Gastor in the heart of rural Andalucia, southern Spain. We also have available a fully renovated rustic village house and a separate studio apartment for those who prefer self-catering.
Hotel Molino Del Puente, Ronda
Beautifully renovated 17th century olive mill converted into a small and friendly country hotel.
Set in beautiful countryside just 5 minutes from the historic town of Ronda in the heart of rural Andalucia.
Cortijo Valverde
Beautiful hotel with outstanding views of the surrounding countryside providing that special vacation destination for either a restful holiday, or a base from which to explore the many treasures that Andalucia and Inland Spain has to offer.
Cortijo de las Piletas
A country hotel located in the heart of Andalucia. Only 12km. from the picturesque town of Ronda, in the Natural Park of Grazalema, the Cortijo allows visitors to explore a great variety of natural environments, both on the property grounds as well as the surrounding areas.
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Food and Cooking
