Food and Drink in Valencia

Food & Drink

You have arrived at the home of paella which is a dish consisting of several ingredients that can differ in each meal which include: chicken, meat, seafood, vegetables and snails 'arroz' (rice) is an essential ingredient and the foundation which is complimentive of any mixture it bears though don't be suprised if you see noodles replacing the rice on the odd occasion.

Keep your eyes peeled for wonderful dishes such as rice casseroles and soup all with the freshest ingredients around, as you can imagine being close to the shore means Valencian speciality is seafood. Whether you prefer to play it safe or try something new you will be catered to with some delicious meals, some of the sealife you will see include red mullet, seabass and eel ( a real winner in soup).

Though you will also find a selection of game meats that are a welcomed addition to any meal such as sausage like chorizo, there are also many styles of stews and pots that will gladly fill your appetite so be sure to give them a go. For dessert you will see the 'Arrop I Talladetes' (a dish consisting of concentrated grape poured over diced squash or watermelon when it has been left in lime over night) which are enjoyed with tiger nut milk.

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