Estepona Gastronomy
Due to its geographical location, Esteponan cuisine is distinguished
within the traditional offer of Andalusian cuisine by its
clear preference for fresh sea produce.
The country- also influences its cuisine. Thus it is that
we can confirm that some of the most typical dishes in Estepona
are "country soup" representing the men who work
the land, and "barbecued sardines" offered traditionally
at the popular "moragas" held on the beach. Another
typical Esteponan dish is tile-baked sardines, or "sardinas
a la teja".
Estepona's cuisine undoubtedly offers a rich variety of local
fish, amongst which, apart from the already mentioned and
much prized sardine, we shall emphasize species like the Norway
haddock and the forkberard, with a most exquisite flavor.
The area's prawns are also highly valued, as is the octopus,
which is one of the most abundant species caught locally,
not forgetting the highly esteemed red mullet.
All these "marine delicacies" may be savored whilst
enjoying the healthy and popular custom of "tapaing"
in the typical inns and taverns spread along the streets of
the old town centre of Estepona and the Fisherman's Port.
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