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Trinidad Sánchez, chef of the La Terraza restaurant in Aceña de la Borrega, has been awarded the Jury Prize at the XVI Isabelina Tapas Route for her creation “The Queen’s Secret,” which combines seafood mousse and scallops. This success marks the first time that the name of Valencia de Alcántara, a town in Cáceres, has reached the finals of the International Medieval Skewers and Tapas Contest, scheduled in Almazán, Soria.
The community of Valencia de Alcántara celebrates this achievement, which will allow Trinidad to represent the rich local gastronomy in a contest that imposes the unique restriction of not using ingredients from after the discovery of America. This challenge has spurred the creativity of the participants, who have turned to traditional techniques and resources.
The winning tapa reflects Trinidad’s passion for cooking, especially regarding fish. Speaking about her creation, she says, “I thought of something quick and tasty, and I came up with a seafood mousse with grilled scallops and a dressing with toasted garlic. Despite the limitations, this challenge made the creation even more special.” This recipe has been so well received that it is now part of her regular menu.
The second prize of the route went to Marta González Sánchez from Bar El Pino, with her proposal “The Great Coronation,” noted for its originality, confirming the quality of the local gastronomy.
During the award ceremony, Joaquín Paniagua Sánchez, the Councillor of Culture of the Town Hall, emphasized the significance of this recognition: “It’s a milestone for our town and an opportunity to showcase our cultural and gastronomic wealth to the world. We are proud to highlight our medieval and historical identity.”
Additionally, Juan Ignacio Araujo, President of the Boda Regia Cultural Association, highlighted the importance of this participation for the municipality’s projection: “It’s a springboard for tourism and cultural promotion. We congratulate María Trinidad and all the participants for their dedication and excellent work.”
This year, Valencia de Alcántara joins the Medieval Network, a collective that promotes the historical and cultural heritage of towns with medieval roots in Spain and Portugal. This new approach will enhance tourism and culture in the region, benefiting the local economy.
The XVI Isabelina Tapas Route has highlighted the area’s gastronomic excellence, positioning Valencia de Alcántara as a new reference in the realm of medieval cuisine, with María Trinidad Sánchez as the ambassador in the eagerly awaited international final.
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Source: MiMub in Spanish
