Cocido is a star dish in Spain. The combination of chickpeas, soup and meat is requested by young and old alike. However, the recipe that makes it a delight for all palates is the best-kept secret of stew specialists. Finding a place that satisfies everyone is always a complicated task that does not have strict rules regarding its satisfaction criteria.
In Castile-La Mancha, finding the best stew means calling on experts since there is no official competition and the level is very high in each region. However, the Cocido Friends Club has spoken out and the elected official is he restaurant Sale of century-old Airs from Toledo. According to what they tell “El Español”, their stew is “really very good” and “one of the best” that they have had the opportunity to taste during their more than 25 years of existence.
This establishment is located next to the city’s ancient Roman circus, a few meters from the walls that provide access to the historic center, considered a World Heritage Site. The President of the Club, Guillermo Piera, after tasting his famous “Cocido de la Sagra”, which has several modalities. With the first course we have noodle soup with a touch of mint and accompanied by pickles. Then the chickpeas from the Toledo region of La Sagra and their vegetables arrive on the table.
Diners can also order chicken, ham and try bacon, onion pudding, pringá or chorizo. “These meaty ingredients in the stew are ground to be spread on bread. One of the tastiest ways to enjoy the meat product of “Cocido de la Sagra”, it says on its website.
The Cocido Friends Club speaks openly about the benefits of its stew. With impeccable and friendly service Dishes arrived that stood out from the plate and pleased everyone present at the table with their quantity.
Its price is 29 euros per personincluding a dessert on the menu, red wine and mineral water. With a supplement of 2.2 euros if you accept the aperitif and bread. And for the modest sum of 20 euros, dessert not included, you can also enjoy this dish in the comfort of your home, since the restaurant has the possibility of serving takeaway.
