From Gazpacho, to Paella, Fideua and Ajoblanco, Lola’s did bring a “Taste of Spain” to us even if most of the people eating have never tasted authentic Spanish food. The Seafood Paella is a very Mediterranean dish that was originated from the coast of Spain, especially Cataluña where all the commerce and ships arrive. The Meat Paella is more common in the non-coast regions of the country. Although both the Seafood and Meat paella vary within each region of Spain, I did feel like I was back home in Madrid with my family eating Paella Madrileña as I tried it at Lola’s.
Gazpacho is a very common an delicious tomato-based vegetable soup that is usually served or cooked during the hottest months on the year since this soup is cold. This traditional soup was originated from the south region of Spain, Andalucía. As a toddler, I used to hate having gazpacho for any meal because of the fact that it’s served cold. However, as I have grown up, every time I eat gazpacho, it takes me back to the beautiful hot summers in Madrid. Last night, Lola’s was able to take me back there and wouldn’t have had it any other way.