By Jenny Linford & Monika Linton.
Chef Maria Jose San Roman is one of the leading female chefs in Spain.
An expert in Alicante cuisine, Maria Jose brings both a deep knowledge and a fascination with food to her cooking. Known as the queen of saffron, for her research into this local ingredient, she is alsonoted for her way with rice, with the Michelin Guide entry for her restaurant, Monastrell, highlighting her 'excellent rice dishes'.
We interviewed Maria Jose San Roman to learn more about this ingredient, and hear some of her techniques.
View PostGalicia, nestled in Spain's northwestern corner, is a land of lush green landscapes, pristine coastlines, and delightful gastronomic culture.
By Paul Richardson.
View PostRice is an ingredient the British don't set much store by. It barely figures in our national cuisine. Rice cookery is something we're happy to acknowledge that other cultures do better. In fact, we probably eat more rice in our Chinese or Indian takeaways than as part of anything prepared in our home kitchens.
Our man on the ground in Spain, Paul Richardson, delves into the relationship Spaniards have with rice, with its different regions and opinions!
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