Orihuela’s ‘Costrafest’ to Celebrate Rice and Crust with Awards Ceremony
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Orihuela,Spain,is set to host the ‘Costrafest’ – a festival dedicated to the local culinary tradition of arroz con costra (rice and crust) – on Saturday,November 22nd. The event will feature tastings from participating restaurants, live music, animation, and the awards ceremony for the related contest.
What is Arroz con Costra?
Arroz con costra is a traditional rice dish popular in the Orihuela region of Spain. It’s characterized by a layer of crispy, browned rice forming a “crust” on the bottom of the paella pan, offering a unique texture and flavour. https://www.alicante-spain.com/arroz-con-costra-rice-crust-alicante/
Festival Details
The ‘costrafest’ will take place at the Gabriel Miró Roundabout in Orihuela. Participating restaurants will offer samples of their arroz con costra,allowing attendees to experiance the diverse interpretations of this beloved dish. The festival provides an opportunity for both locals and visitors to appreciate this culinary heritage.
The highlight of the event will be the live awards ceremony recognizing excellence in the arroz con costra contest. Local hoteliers (restaurant owners) will have their creations judged, with winners announced during the festival.
Event Schedule
* Date: Saturday, November 22nd
* Location: Gabriel Miró Roundabout, Orihuela
* Activities: rice and crust tastings, live music, animation, awards ceremony.
Contact Facts
For further information, contact the Association of Merchants of the Municipality of Orihuela (ACMO) at +34 613 07 63 36.
Key Takeaways:
* ‘Costrafest’ celebrates the traditional arroz con costra dish.
* The festival includes tastings from local restaurants and a live awards ceremony.
* The event takes place on November 22nd at the Gabriel Miró roundabout in orihuela.