IN easily one of Andalucia’s most charming villages, you must look out for Maricastana, where a local couple have turned this ancient townhouse into one of the most stylish dining retreats around.
It oozes charm, and even sets out a ‘declaration of intentions’ promising to ‘conquer the stomach’, not through over-eating, but through opening the senses and taste buds.
It certainly doesn’t come far off with its interesting mix of dishes, well sourced and carefully cooked, in particular with a heavy emphasis on vegetables.
There is a great rice dish, plenty of vegetables and a few magical touches, all complimented by a perfectly good wine list.
Sit out on the terrace on warm days, or cozy up by the fire in the winter, this is a sure fire winner.
Place Categories: Huelva.
Spain's most evocative region finally has a restaurant culture of which to be proud. From mountain terraces to cave restaurants, from inventive fine dining to top-value venta offerings, Andalucia has it all.
Having worked on the Daily Mail and freelanced for other UK national newspapers, journalist Jon Clarke moved to Andalucia in 2003. While continuing to work as a travel writer he set up the region's first community newspaper, the Olive Press
Recent Comments