Paella

Paella opened a door into a cuisine I'd previously known almost nothing about. The smoky and savoury flavours are unlike anything in my usual rotation and I mean that positively. Spanish eating culture centres on long social meals rather than quick eating. Understanding that context made the dish ta…

Some dishes exist to comfort and Paella is absolutely in that category. The briny and complex quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. Jamón Ibérico does work that no substitute can replicate. the tapas tradition developed as small accompaniments to drinks. …

I spent an afternoon making Paella from scratch following a traditional recipe. Getting Arborio-style Bomba rice right was the main challenge — it's not as straightforward as it looks. The deeply aromatic result was rewarding once I got it right. the tapas tradition developed as small accompaniment…

I'm sceptical of any restaurant claiming to do Paella well, having been disappointed often enough. This one delivered. The smoky and savoury base was authentic and the use of Jamón Ibérico showed real knowledge. the tapas tradition developed as small accompaniments to drinks. The atmosphere was gen…

Having eaten Paella at several restaurants over the past year, I can say this version is the best. The briny and complex quality is more pronounced here than anywhere else I've tried. Manchego cheese is handled with real knowledge — you can taste the difference. This is proper a Sunday family paell…

I ate Paella at three different restaurants in the same week to compare. The results were illuminating. The use of Jamón Ibérico varied significantly — only one got it right. The briny and complex profile should be consistent but interpretation differs widely. Spanish eating culture centres on long…

Paella here was solidly made — smoky and savoury without anything to complain about. Manchego cheese was present and handled reasonably. But something was missing from the depth that this dish should have. the tapas tradition developed as small accompaniments to drinks. The a Sunday family paella a…

I underestimated Paella. The rich with olive oil description didn't prepare me for the reality. saffron brings a heat or pungency that builds steadily rather than hitting upfront. By halfway through I was sweating but couldn't stop eating. the tapas tradition developed as small accompaniments to dr…