Elche's Sweet and Savory Secrets: A Date and Delicacy Food Tour
Alright food lovers, get ready to unlock the delicious secrets of Elche, right here in the heart of the Alicante region! Think beyond just sunshine and beaches Elche boasts a culinary heritage as rich and fascinating as its legendary palm groves. For centuries, the fertile "huerta" surrounding the city and the nearby Mediterranean Sea have gifted us with incredible ingredients. Get ready to meet the passionate local producers and artisans who pour their heart and soul into every bite. Prepare your taste buds for an adventure that will tantalize your senses and leave you with a true understanding of Elche's culinary soul.
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Elche's Sweet and Savory Secrets: A Date and Delicacy Food Tour
What's included in Elche's Sweet and Savory Secrets: A Date and Delicacy Food Tour
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Our meeting point is one of the most beautiful spanish baroque style cathedrals. Embark on a delectable journey through Elche, a city where the ancient tradition of date palm cultivation intertwines with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean..
Embark on a delectable journey through Elche, a city where the ancient tradition of date palm cultivation intertwines with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. This food tour invites you to savor the unique culinary landscape shaped by the city's rich agricultural heritage and coastal proximity. Begin your exploration amidst the bustling stalls of the Mercado Central, a feast for the senses where you can sample the sweet, chewy Dátiles de Elche (Elche dates) in their natural form or creatively stuffed with almonds. Discover the artistry of local bakers as you taste traditional cocas, savory or sweet flatbreads that tell stories of the land. Seek out artisanal shops offering the region's golden olive oils and perhaps a sip of the sweet mistela wine, a local treasure.
Experience the comforting flavors of Arroz con Costra, a baked rice dish with a golden crust, or delight in the fresh bounty of the sea with a flavorful Arroz a la Marinera.
Inclusions
- Food: 10 delicious Elche specialties / Drink: 3 local wine or local beverages
- Licensed tour guide
- Transportation
- Tips
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Our meeting point will be the cathedral's main entrance
