The city of Cadiz, Sanlucar de Barrameda, has been named Gastronomic Capital of Spain 2022 last 19 of November. The act of celebration took place on this occasion in Valladolid during the International Interior Tourism Fair (INTUR). In this way, he takes over from the Region of Murcia after two consecutive years (2020 and 2021) holding this appointment. If you want to know a little more about Sanlúcar gastronomy, keep reading!
Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Gastronomic Capital of Spain 2022
To better understand this award and its importance both in the world of gastronomy and in tourism, we will give you some information. First of all, it is a annual event created by Federation of Tourism Journalists and Writers (FEPET) with a single objective. Recognize the city or community that has made the most efforts in the promotion (national and international) of the gastronomy as one of the biggest attractions for tourists.
Are already 12 years those that this event has been taking place in different acts and gastronomically emblematic places. And until then I had never won a municipality not provincial capital. Other years have been Gastronomic Capital of Spain cities like Toledo, Cáceres, León, Almería, etc. The jury has praised (not without merit) the campaign undertaken by the Cádiz municipality:
A participatory project open to all and for all citizens; with an attractive program of events that seeks to enhance the universal vocation of the city; the quality of life conditions generated by the Guadalquivir river and the natural environment of Doñana; the summer and its beaches, scene of his legendary horse races; the record for hours of sunshine and the hospitality of an open city
The Bonanza Beach fish market
Between the "goodbye" of the Guadalquivir river and the "hello" from Atlantic Ocean this Cadiz city is located, which exudes that unique Andalusian beauty. And the truth is that we Spaniards cannot complain about our gastronomy y Sanlucar de Barrameda It is one of those places that They make a difference. In fact, the great gastronomic reputation of Sanlúcar is not limited to the national territory, but also to other parts of the world.
If this little piece of Andalusia stands out for something, it is for its treasures marine that make some of its fish markets the most reputable in the country. The Bonanza Beach fish market It is one of the most important on the Andalusian coast. Despite marketing between 40 and 50 species, definitely, the star product is shrimp. Thus, several years ago, the Fishermen achieved trademark registration "Shrimp from Sanlúcar". Waves galleys, which also do not fall short in popularity.
An earthly treasure: the «sand» potatoes
The dressing potatoes They are also one of the gastronomic attractions of the city. The most famous are those of Algaida. Well known throughout Spain, they are characterized by the land in which they are grown. For the same reason they are also called «sand potatoes»Because they are grown in Beach sand. As the farmer of these lands explain the Sanlúcar potato do not wash, since the earth is what gives it that unique value to the Sanlúcar potato.
In addition to these two dishes there are many more gastronomic riches and chamomile, heartburn, el Summer, el rice with duck, etc. A dish not very well known outside the city, but very typical in the local sphere is the sour orange stripe. In this link we leave you the recipe so that you can prepare it whenever you want. Although, let's face it, the best option is to go to Sanlucar to spend a few days and incidentally enjoy all its gastronomy, since the fish will be cool, cool, from the big markets.
This article falls short of explaining how the local agriculture, fish markets, home-made restaurants, popular culture and the charm of the streets of Cadiz make unique to Sanlucan gastronomy. Thus, it supposes a great recognition that this next year is the Gastronomic Capital of Spain.
