The gastronomy of Marbella is the Andalusian one, paying special attention to the products of the sea. The typical dishes are many, not just tapas: choose a restaurant in Marbella and enjoy.
Andalusian gastronomy
Marbella is all beaches and mountains. Its typical gastronomy can not be other than a mixture of fish, seafood and products of the mountain range. The good weather and the mild temperatures of Marbella favor a typical cuisine based on light dishes. This type of food is perfect to taste at any time of the year. Cold creams like the famous gazpacho, the ajoblanco or the Malagueña salad are all typical dishes that you cannot miss on hot days.
If you are at the beach in Marbella, the chiringuitos are the best to try the products of the sea. Fortunately Marbella has a fishing port where you can find fresh fish, and excellent restaurants cooking it.
Andalusian gastronomy offers you products of the highest quality, highly valued both in Spain and abroad. These include olive oil and Serrano ham, without doubt the ideal complements of any dish or meal.
And you can not miss the traditional tapas, which are so important in the Iberian culinary culture: getting together with friends, visiting bodeguitas and tapas restaurants is a true way of life, it will not take you long to start loving it.
Andalusia is also land of typical wines, some very famous, such as Manzanilla, Moscatel, El Pedro Jimenez, and others known locally, such as the Serrania de Ronda wines.
The desserts do not disappoint either, and both Marbella and the Costa del Sol offer you tasty alternatives. However their variety is smaller compared to the rest.
Restaurants in Marbella
Restaurants in Marbella are widely spread, which specialize in the preparation of seafood dishes. Original fish dishes are the main distinctive feature of local cuisine, however, connoisseurs of other culinary trends will not be bored.
On the picturesque coastline there is the popular restaurant Suite del Mar restaurant in Marbella, in which, in addition to the original fish dishes they also prepare delicious meat treats. The menu is based on Mediterranean cuisine, but the cooks are also good at the traditional Chinese one in conjunction with the classic European salads. During the meal, visitors can enjoy an unforgettable view of the sea, part of the restaurant’s tables are served on the outdoor terrace.
An interesting restaurant in Marbella is La Pesquera de Banus. It also serves excellent seafood dishes, in addition to which visitors can order special garnishes made of rice. There are also traditional meat treats in the menu, and one of the most favorite dishes for the regular customers is paella.
La Venencia restaurant in Marbella invites guests to try the best dishes of Andalusian cuisine, it differs not only in the abundance of specialties, but also in interesting decor. Part of the tables is on a beautiful terrace, all furniture is of noble wood. Visitors can also stay in a cozy room, where there is always a pleasant romantic atmosphere. Messina restaurant specializes in international cuisine. Here visitors can order both classic treats with the most attractive prices, and delicious delicacies from famous chefs. Messina restaurant also has an excellent wine list.
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World cuisine in Marbella
Fans of pizza and pasta can not find a better place to relax than the Italian Stuzzikini restaurant in Marbella. Visitors with children will have a separate menu. In addition to their favorite dishes, visitors often order a glass of Italian wine. At lunchtime, Stuzzikini always has a special budget menu, if necessary, visitors can order meals to take away.
In addition to excellent wines and cocktails, the El Estrecho Bar in Marbella offers great Spanish cuisine prepared according to classic recipes. This attractive bar is sure to please economical travelers. For only 10 euros you can order your favorite beer and get a huge dish of special treats as a gift.
Tourism in Marbella is not only beach, nightlife, sports and parties. Tourism in Marbella is also getting to know the gastronomic side of the local culture. Nonetheless to think that restaurants in Marbella offer you only the possibility of tasting local cuisine would be a mistake. Being a cosmopolitan city, there is a bit of everything: Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Argentine, Thai, French or Swedish cuisine; Marbella restaurants are a true showcase of cuisines from around the world.
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