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Madrid gastronomy:
Since Felipe
II made Madrid the capital of Spain, numerous recipes and influences
from all the regions of the country entered in its kitchen. Today
it is practically impossible to say which dishes are original, and which
are imported. Today Madrid offers more a Spanish than a regional kitchen.
The dishes that are called madrileño in Spain, are mainly hotpots,
as the well-known Cocido Madrileño with chick-peas. Among regional
specialities have to be named the delicious asparagus from Aranjuez and
the very typical Sopa de Ajo, a soup of garlic.
There are many dishes of lamb and veal, but - perhaps a bit surprising
considering its geographic location - Madrid is a real paradise for the
lovers of any kind of fish. It has the second biggest fish market in the
world, and as well in shops as in many restaurants you will find
an ample selection and extraordinary quality.
Ideally fitting to such a meal are the young and aromatic wines from the
region, Vinos de Madrid. To finish your dinner in a very typical way,
try a cup of Anisado de Chinchón, anisette schnapps. |
