Partridge is a delicacy that you simply can’t afford to miss out on. Evidence suggests that it has been eaten since at least the Roman era. Later on, after the evolution of hunting during the Middle Ages, partridge became a delicacy reserved for the wealthy. Toledo-style partridge (perdiz a la toledana) harks back to that era and the city’s aristocratic past, being the seat of monarchial power from the 12th to...
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An explosion of flavour and contrast of textures at the Escuela de Hostelería
We want to show you a place which is so much more than simply a place to eat, providing you with an experience that neither you nor your tastebuds will forget. We are of course talking about the Escuela de Hostelería (Culinary School). You can taste high-quality dishes based on local products and wash them down with the best wines Castilla La Mancha has to offer. This truly is the ideal...
Continue reading...The hidden treasure of El Baño de la Cava
There are many special and charming places in Toledo, but the Baño de la Cava is especially impressive due to its location on the banks of the Tagus, the river at the heart of the city’s growth and development. The site is also renowned due to the legend that supposedly took place here. On arriving at the site you will find a tower near the San Martín Bridge which seems to...
Continue reading...Toledo As a Couple: A Romantic Weekend in the City of Three Cultures
Toledo has been chosen as the perfect destination for travelling as a couple. If your plan is a romantic getaway, here are a few ideas to make sure your trip to the city is truly unforgettable. There is no better site for a romantic trip than the fairytale city of Toledo. With so much on offer you’ll feel like you barely scratched the surface after your visit yet Toledo is also...
Continue reading...A Day in Toledo
Toledo has a lot to offer, whether it’s history, art, culture or gastronomy that you’re looking for. In this city you can spend several days enjoying everything on offer, but if you only have one day to spare we are going to suggest an itinerary to get to know the most iconic monuments and hidden corners that you simply can’t miss. We begin our route at one of the city’s gates,...
Continue reading...A Small but Magical Building
Toledo is full of wonderful places, but there is one site that is especially charming, taking you back to a time when cultures mixed and created the magical atmosphere that envelops the city to this day. We are of course referring to the Bab-al-Mardum (or Cristo de la Luz) Mosque. It is the only well-maintained mosque from the period of Arab rule in the city. Built in 999AD, the building dates...
Continue reading...Hancrafted Souvenirs from Toledo
Toledo is a city full of not just landmarks, but also a heritage of craftsmanship that dates back centuries. The tradition is still going strong in the city’s old town if you fancy taking a hand-crafted gift back home with you. If you are looking to buy authentic jewellery, one of the best things to buy is damascene, exquisite craftsmanship that makes figures and drawings by inlaying gold and silver threads...
Continue reading...A Unique Gastronomic Experience in Toledo
The city of three cultures is a city of contrasts, with an array of colours, aromas, and flavours. When you come to Toledo, not only will you be captivated by its streets, palaces, churches, squares, and museums, but also its cuisine which will provide you with a unique sensory experience. One place that combines tradition with modernity is the Restaurante de Víctor Sánchez-Beato. Situated in the heart of Spain’s most important...
Continue reading...Corpus Christi in Toledo
One of Toledo’s biggest events is the celebration of Corpus Christi. The city is decorated to an extent that makes it even more beautiful than normal, with its covered streets, flowers and banners. It is an iteration of Toledo that appeals to the senses: with its scents of thyme and bright colours, it is truly magical and takes you back to the Middle Ages. Corpus Christi has been celebrated in Toledo...
Continue reading...A Roman Past
The footprint of the Romans in Toledo can be seen throughout our city, but there is one site in particular that is worth getting to know. At Puerta del Sol you’ll find remains of part of the Roman sewer system. The Romans are renowned for their grandest structures such as the coliseums, circuses and bathhouses, but their engineering expertise also extended to public amenities such as harbours, roads, lighthouses and, in...
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