How many times have you thought about taking advantage of this summer season to visit wonderful places you have never been to? The best things in life happen when you decide that life is about moments to share. And OK Mobility is at your side to offer you the best fleet of rental cars to visit and eat out in León.
León, a place with a lot to offer
Think about it, just saying "Leon" makes you think of history: knights, medieval times, castles, those courts full of sumptuous splendors... and without a doubt it is a corner of our Spain that allows you to go back to another time, and it is very easy to get to in a rental car.
However, this place has much more to offer: emblematic and modern buildings, marvelous squares, spectacular parks to stroll through... Also, if you are one of those people who love to attend more cultural types of events, León is perfect. Plays, concerts, sports, various festivals... and we can't forget what an incredible experience it is to eat in León and enjoy its fantastic gastronomy.
Eating out in León, a delight for the senses
Dining in León is a real pleasure that can be enjoyed in two very different ways, with its famous tapas and with what we can properly call its gastronomy.Here, contrast is the defining note when it comes to experiencing wonderful textures and flavors.
To talk about festivities in León is to talk about its food and exquisite dishes that you must, without a doubt, try, as is the case of the cakes of San Julián or the cold meats, traditional fare in this land.
Drinks are also part of the dining experience in León, and a great example of this is the lemonade that is very typical of León's Holy Week, and which is made with wine and fruit. It is the traditional accompaniment to tapas.
Undoubtedly, one of the most wonderful aspects of eating out in León is that it is easy to perceive the influence of the most traditional dishes, and to enjoy them together with the most innovative and current creations. Of course, this traditional aspect is always reflected in its cuisine.
Mixed flavors, mixed textures
Fusion and mixtures are always present in León's gastronomy, and a good example of this are the two restaurants in the city that you can't miss. We are talking about Cocinados and Restaurante Pablo, two establishments awarded Michelin Stars, which prove the immense quality in their kitchens.
It is also noteworthy that, despite the fact that the traditional dishes occupy a large space, eating out in León also allows you to enjoy the most modern and avant-garde dishes, those that seek to break with everything you know and embark on the adventure of creating new flavors and new combinations that delight the most demanding palates.
In addition, the good work of the great chefs in León is the result of using the excellent raw materials of the region to create gastronomic proposals that are capable of surprising both locals and foreigners. Some examples of these dishes are, among others, cod with squid beans, or ice cream with orange soda.
Eating out in León: wines and beers
If you go out to eat in León it is a must that you taste the wonderful wines and craft beers made in the region and which are ideal to accompany any dish you decide to try. We must not forget that gastronomy is a fundamental element of the culture of this part of Spain and that you can see, feel and taste it in any inn, restaurant or tavern, no matter how small it may be.
Eating out in León is as much about sampling wonderful cheeses and sausages or tortilla skewers as it is about trying the fantastic "spoon" meals, the most traditional stews of the area, such as chickpea and spinach casserole, which will undoubtedly not leave you indifferent. Guaranteed. Another of the specialties is, for example, the Maragato stew, or the Botillo del Bierzo. Of course, the Bierzo chestnuts are an unavoidable delicacy.
As you can see, eating out in León means much more than just sitting at a table and eating. It means meeting with tradition, modernity, fusion and gastronomic innovation. Deciding is a problem, because there are so many possibilities that you will not know what to choose, although on the other hand, you will have time in your stay in León to try different things.
Rent your car in our offices in Valladolid or Asturias, the closest to León, and set off on a beautiful route to visit and eat in León. Then, tell us about your experience. We want to hear about it.
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