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Gastronomic stars of Trasierra-Tierras de Granadilla
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Gastronomic stars of Trasierra-Tierras de Granadilla
Discover the essence of Extremadura cuisine in Trasierra Tierras de Granadilla, where the mixture of textures and flavors will make you enjoy a pleasure for all five senses. The region's pantry is full of local products, such as mushrooms and cheeses, and processed products such as extra virgin olive oil and sausages.
Cacereña chamomile oil
- A liquid treasure that is elaborated with love and care in the harvesting of the olives.
- The unique aroma and flavor of manzanilla cacereña oil is due to the variety of olives and the elaboration process.
- You can practice olive oil tourism in the region, visiting olive groves, oil mills and tastings.
Paprika from La Vera
- A product with protected designation of origin produced in the region.
- The traditional plantations of ground peppers in Zarza de Granadilla and La Granja are part of this quality distinction.
- The drying of the peppers with holm oak and oak wood gives a unique aroma to the paprika.
Gastronomy of the region
- Typical dishes such as hornazo belloso, Iberian ham and sausages made with paprika from La Vera.
- The quality of the products and the care in its elaboration have caused that the gastronomy of the territory is celebrated and awarded.
- Zarza de Granadilla is a gastronomic reference, with products such as smoked goat cheese, mushrooms, liquors and award-winning beers. We even have the first Michelin star in the rural world of the region .