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Galicia
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Galician seafood
Take a bite out of Galicia, an autonomous community in the northwest
corner of Spain where you’ll discover a whole new world of gastronomical treats. With stunning architecture, a fascinating history and a distinct
cuisine, Galicia is one of Spain’s most authentic and beautiful areas. Visit
artisan food producers and traditional taverns in Santiago de Compostela,
taste the freshest of Galician produce in San Sebastian’s Abastos Market,
sample the region’s fiery liquor that has been distilled for centuries, feel
like you’ve stepped back in time in the Old Town of Allariz, meet local food
producers and savour regional dishes that are hard to find elsewhere in
Spain.
Galicia’s food is far from the Mediterranean cuisine of the rest of the country. It’s not surprising that potatoes are the vegetable par excellence and
pork is the meat of choice, while beef from the native Rubia Gallega cattle is highly prized. It’s a