{"id":33085,"date":"2025-09-04T15:51:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-04T14:51:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spanishchamber.co.uk\/?p=33085"},"modified":"2025-10-04T12:04:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T11:04:22","slug":"small-plates-big-flavours-the-spanish-chambers-first-tapas-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spanish.en-desarrollo.net\/es\/2025\/09\/04\/small-plates-big-flavours-the-spanish-chambers-first-tapas-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Small Plates, Big Flavours: The Spanish Chamber\u2019s First Tapas Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"

Small Plates, Big Flavours: The Spanish Chamber\u2019s First Tapas Tour<\/h2>\n

This year, the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the UK<\/strong> upped the stakes \u2013 and the servings! Introducing the Tapas Tour<\/strong> \u2013 five restaurants, dozens of plates, and one clear mission: to showcase the richness and diversity of Spanish cuisine in London<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

After three unforgettable editions of our Croqueta Tour, we were ready for a bigger bite. From seafood and rice to timeless Basque recipes and contemporary takes on pintxos<\/i>, our Team embarked on a culinary journey that proved how Spain\u2019s regional traditions are thriving in the UK restaurant scene.<\/p>\n

In just one afternoon, we visited Benefactors, Members and friends of the Chamber \u2013 each offering its own story of Spanish culture, identity and hospitality.<\/p>\n

Arros QD<\/a><\/h2>\n

Our first stop was Arros QD<\/strong><\/a> in Fitzrovia, a Chamber Benefactor and widely hailed as the UK\u2019s temple of paella. Here, rice takes centre stage, cooked over a spectacular six-metre wood-fire stove that lends the dining room both warmth and elegance.<\/p>\n

Two rice dishes stood out: one earthy with wild mushrooms, the other rich with txangurro<\/i>. Dessert came with a daring twist: a Basque cheesecake infused with Gorgonzola \u2013 indulgent and perfect for sharing.<\/p>\n\"\"\n

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Maresco<\/a><\/h2>\n

Our journey continued at Maresco<\/strong> in the heart of Soho. Its very name \u2013 fusing mar<\/i> (sea) with Esco<\/i> from Escocia<\/i> (Scotland) \u2013 captures the restaurant\u2019s essence: the finest Scottish seafood paired with Spanish creativity.<\/p>\n

Guided by operations manager Naroa Ortega, we sampled Menorcan sobrassada<\/i> croquetas and fried Basque peppers \u2013 irresistible flavours that embody the spirit of cross-cultural gastronomy.<\/p>\n\"\"\n

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Hispania<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the City, Chamber Benefactor Hispania<\/strong><\/a> offered a striking change of scene. With soaring ceilings and elegant d\u00e9cor, it stands as both a flagship of Spanish culture in London and a proud ambassador of Asturian tradition.<\/p>\n

A generous spread awaited us: crispy cheese filo pastries, monkfish fritters with piquillo peppers, croquetas, and the timeless pairing of membrillo with cheese. To finish, we toasted with sidra de hielo<\/i> \u2014 a sweet Asturian cider and distinctive regional touch that left a lasting impression.<\/p>\n\"\"\n

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Bar Kroketa<\/a><\/h2>\n

No tapas journey would be complete without croquetas, and Bar Kroketa<\/strong> has built its reputation on exactly that. Inspired by the buzzing bar culture of northern Spain, its small Beak Street corner has grown into three vibrant London locations.<\/p>\n

We tried two playful reinventions: one with king prawn, the other with piquillo pepper and Manchego. Creamy, versatile and utterly addictive, they showed why this golden bite remains one of Spain\u2019s most beloved tapas.<\/p>\n\"\"\n

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Sagardi<\/a><\/h2>\n

We ended in true Basque style at Sagardi<\/strong><\/a>, a Chamber Member that channels the spirit of the txoko<\/i> through seasonal produce, ancestral recipes and mastery of the grill.<\/p>\n

Our table soon filled with Biscayan morcilla<\/i>, Iberian ham croquetas and a cider-house cod tortilla. The star of the meal was the legendary txuleton<\/i>, seared over flames and carved with precision. Dessert was a fitting finale: silky Basque cheesecake followed by dark chocolate truffles with a hint of apple liqueur.<\/p>\n\"\"\n

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A Journey Across Spain \u2013 in London<\/h2>\n

From Valencia\u2019s rice fields to Scotland\u2019s seas, and from Asturian cider houses to Euskadi\u2019s fire-driven kitchens, the Tapas Tour celebrated not only five outstanding restaurants but also the cultural bridge that Spanish food continues to build between our two countries.<\/p>\n

We thank our Benefactors, Members and partners for their generous hospitality in making this first Tapas Tour such a success. Initiatives like this embody the Chamber\u2019s purpose: to bring together business, culture and community \u2013 while celebrating the very best of Spain in the UK.<\/p>\n

Blog post written by Natasha Tinsley<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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