The Gastronomy of Ciudad Real
We always say that Spain is a privileged country, and those of us who live here are even more fortunate. There isn’t a province without world-class culinary wonders. What happens is that we don’t seem to like boasting about how good we are, but the truth is… we are!! So let’s share our gastronomy as it deserves.
Ciudad Real is a province in Castile-La Mancha. The gastronomy of Ciudad Real reflects the richness of the land and the culinary traditions of the region. This province, which is part of the famous "La Mancha" of Don Quixote, offers a variety of dishes and native products that are very representative of Manchegan cuisine.
Manchego cheese
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Manchego cheese is one of the best-known products of Ciudad Real’s gastronomy and of all Castile-La Mancha. Made from the milk of Manchega sheep, this cheese is famous for its strong, aged flavor. It comes in various forms, from fresh to cured, and can be enjoyed with quince paste (membrillo) or bread.
Our selection of Manchegos at
Made in Spain Gourmet guarantees they are made exclusively with milk from Manchega sheep with Protected Designation of Origin Manchego. These are sheep that for more than eight centuries have not been crossbred with any other breed. A truly pure breed.
Quesería 1065,
Ojos del Guadiana and
La Casota are wonderful examples of top Manchegan quality.
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Manchego Cheese[/caption]
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Castile-La Mancha is one of Spain’s main olive oil producing regions, and Ciudad Real’s extra virgin olive oil is highly prized. The olive varieties grown in the province are mainly Cornicabra and Picual, the former being the principal one. Our pick is
Oro La Senda, a company that only knows how to do things very well. It produces Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO),
organic and premium, emerald green in color and with
certified organic production, bearing the Denomination of Origin
Campo de Montiel and the quality seal
Campo y Alma of Castile-La Mancha. A complete guarantee of the highest quality — our raison d’être.
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil[/caption]
Enjoy them!
Because Made in Spain means Quality