Essen in Santa Pola

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In Santa Pola, Spain, you can find a variety of delicious and typical dishes that showcase the region’s culinary heritage. Being a coastal town, seafood is a highlight of the local cuisine. Some of the typical foods you should try in Santa Pola include:

  1. Arroz a Banda: This is a classic Valencian dish, a flavorful rice dish typically made with fish or seafood broth, served with a side of aioli (garlic mayonnaise). It’s a must-try if you love seafood.
  2. Caldero: Another popular rice dish similar to paella, but cooked with fish, often rockfish, and seasoned with garlic, paprika, and saffron.
  3. Langostinos de Santa Pola: Santa Pola is famous for its prawns (langostinos). These large and succulent prawns are often simply grilled or served with garlic and olive oil.
  4. Salazones: Santa Pola is known for its traditional salting and drying of fish and seafood, such as anchovies and sardines. They are usually served as tapas or appetizers.
  5. Gazpacho Manchego: A hearty dish, a sort of rabbit and partridge stew, often accompanied by mushrooms, artichokes, and rice.
  6. Espencat: A roasted vegetable salad made from grilled red peppers, aubergines, onions, and tomatoes, drizzled with olive oil and sometimes garnished with anchovies or tuna.
  7. Coca amb Tonyina: A local pastry filled with tuna, onions, tomatoes, and red peppers.
  8. Sepia a la Plancha: Grilled cuttlefish, a simple yet delicious seafood dish often served with a squeeze of lemon.
  9. Turrones: If you have a sweet tooth, don’t miss trying the traditional Spanish almond nougat, especially during the Christmas season.
  10. Local wines: Santa Pola and the surrounding region produce some excellent wines, so be sure to sample the local varieties.

When visiting Santa Pola, make sure to explore the local restaurants and tapas bars to savor the authentic flavors of the area. Enjoy your culinary adventure!