Gastronomy

🍽️Flavours of Benidorm: A Feast of Cultures and Tradition

Benidorm’s gastronomy is a reflection of its history and multicultural essence. Over the centuries, the city has masterfully embraced influences from different civilisations, from Arab cuisine to the heritage of merchant sailors. Combined with local culinary traditions and Benidorm’s cosmopolitan spirit, this has resulted in a truly unique and diverse gastronomic scene.

🍛 Traditional Dishes You Can’t Miss

A trip to Benidorm isn’t complete without indulging in its time-honoured recipes, passed down through generations:

✅ Red mullet and pumpkin soupy rice 🎃🐟
✅ Rustic-style fish casserole 🥘🐠
✅ Anchovy and spinach rice 🍚🐟🌿
✅ Pebrot (a traditional dish with peppers and fish) 🌶️🐠

When it comes to local sweets, Benidorm has plenty to offer for those with a sweet tooth:

🍪 Coca rellena (a delicious stuffed pastry)
🍠 Sweet potato pastries
🎂 San Blas cake

🍷 Tapas in Benidorm: The Art of Eating Well

Going out for tapas is one of Spain’s most cherished traditions, and Benidorm is no exception. The city boasts a fantastic selection of bars, taverns, and beer houses serving a wide variety of tapas and pintxos, best enjoyed with a fine glass of wine 🍷 or an ice-cold beer 🍻.

🎉 Gastronomic Events You Can’t Miss

Benidorm doesn’t just serve great food—it celebrates it with a calendar packed with culinary events throughout the year:

🍲 Spoon Days – Traditional hearty dishes for the cooler months.
🍢 Tapas & Pintxos Competition – Discover the most creative bite-sized delights.
🍽️ Gastronomic Days – Exclusive menus showcasing the essence of local cuisine.
🥘 Rice Festival – A tribute to the star ingredient of Valencian cuisine.

If you’re a food lover, Benidorm is your perfect destination. Discover its authentic flavours and let its cuisine win you over! 😋✨