Food in Orba
- Fact: Spanish people love their food, they may eat tapas at 8 pm and still have room for a hearty meal out at 10 pm.
- Tip: When buying food in supermarkets and local stores, look out for Denominación de Origen on specialty goods, this certifies their authenticity and is a good indication of quality.
Eating out in Orba
As well as an American diner, Indian and English restaurants in Orba, there’s even a Cornish registered pasty shop!
Of course there are many places that serve traditional Spanish cuisine based on the freshest of local produce from the land and sea.
Most restaurants offer a basic Menú del Día, a complete two or three course meal for as little as 8 -13 Euros.
Take a look at our menu to see what you hunger for:
Appetisers
Gamba Roja are a must have; delicious red shrimp that often come sizzling from the grill.
Tapas are always an excellent choice with plenty of succulent seafood options, as well as classics like Patatas Bravas (potatoes in a tomato sauce) and Buñuelos de Chorizo (butter fried red sausage).
Gazpacho, a refreshing iced tomato soup, is refreshing on a hot day and gets the taste buds lined up for what’s to follow
Main Courses
Locally grown rice, cooked in dozens of different ways, is very much the specialty of the region and you’ll find plenty of hearty rice dishes in every restaurant in town, such as Arroz Negro, made with squid and its ink.
Probably the most popular item on the menu is Paella, served for sharing in a large pan. There are several Paella varieties made with seafood, meat or vegetables.
Paella Valencia is a fish based Paella and famous local dish. Also be sure to try Fideuá, a kind of paella but made with pasta instead of rice
Desserts
Try freshly picked orchard fruits for a light dessert, served alone or with ice cream.
Amadi is a deliciously sweet pudding made with pumpkin and finally … Creamy Arroz con Leche (rice pudding) made in the traditional way is a must have during your stay.
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