La Centralita - Culinary Studio

Another group, another destination, and another unforgettable week of culinary and wine experiences across Northern . ¡Gracias!

Being able to bring together a group of travelers hailing from New York, Vermont, Colorado, and Virginia for another Culinary & Wine Tour is something for which we’re happy and grateful. What a fulfilling week filled with tasting, learning, admiring, drinking, exploring, and helping them discover this incredible part of the world: the . Eskerrik asko!

Our friend and chef Iñaki nailed it again with his cooking and hospitality at a traditional Basque gastronomic society in historic Durango. Mila esker!

*La Centralita is not responsible for the extra happy pounds guests may gain on its Culinary and Wine Tours.*

What a wonderful way to close out another season at La Centralita! A mix of regulars and new guests, and a multi-course menu featuring some of the most popular dishes from the past few months, topped off with a sweet gift from a lovely Vermont couple. Spain awaits us now for our Culinary & Wine Tours. See you in late summer!

¡Chorizo a la sidra! means cider in and is the combination of “sagar”(apple) and “ardo”(wine). Made with the natural yeast of the fruit and no added sugar, it’s dry and slightly acidic. If you cook fresh pieces of with a generous splash of Basque , the result is simply delicious. Don’t forget the bread to dip it in!

Last night we traveled to beautiful San Sebastián from our tasting room and guests enjoyed this tasty classic!

What a nice, jovial group of guests coincided last night at La Centralita. Here are four of the six courses they enjoyed!

¡Manzana asada! Probably one of my favorite desserts, for its flavor, simplicity, and different textures. A cinnamon and citrus-infused custard base, topped with a freshly baked apple (with no added sugar or butter) and some cookie crumbles for extra crunch.

Tonight we’re celebrating an event titled Wintery , so for dessert we just had to include one from my home region in the : ! Literally, walnut sauce, a creamy pudding made from finely ground walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon infused milk, slowly cooked until it is thick and smooth.