A culinary epicenter in the heart of downtown
This weekendhe Puerta Cinegia market in Zaragoza turns into a meeting point for lovers of gastronomy, black truffles and culinary experiences. The city welcomes the V Sample of Black Truffle from the Province of Zaragozawhich will bring together producers, chefs and specialists around one of the most popular products in the Aragonese territory.
Organized by the Association of Truffle Producers of the Regions of Zaragoza (Truzarfa)in collaboration with the Aragon Agro-Food Research and Technology Center (CITA) and the Zaragoza Provincial Councilthis initiative seeks to show the cultural and economic wealth of the black truffle, as well as promoting public knowledge and interaction with the local production.
Featured programming from the gastronomic market
Saturday December 20
- 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. – Market for fresh truffles and truffle products.
- 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. – Family workshop “Discover all the secrets of the truffle under the microscope”, designed to introduce the science of the mushroom to the little ones.
- 12:00 p.m. – Showcooking and cooking workshop with La Zarola, where participants will be able to learn techniques and recipes using black truffles from professionals.
- 6:00 p.m. – Free tasting of truffle tapas and craft beers, in collaboration with Cerveceros Caseros de Zaragoza.
Sunday December 21
- 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Continuation of the market for truffle products.
- 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. – Second session of the family workshop with a microscope.
- 12:00 p.m. – Paired tasting of wines and truffle tapas with the participation of Bodega Enate.
All activities are from free access but they need pre-registrationa measure that makes it possible to organize capacities and ensure an optimal experience for the participants.
Beyond tastings: culture and knowledge
The event not only focuses on culinary enjoyment, but also on dissemination of knowledge about the black truffle (Tuber melanosporum), a product that places Aragon as world leader in production with more than 2,100 hectares dedicated to its culture in the province of Zaragoza.
CITA experts and representatives of the Provincial Council emphasize the importance of field researchsoil study and technical support for truffle growers to guarantee the product quality and durability. The sample thus seeks to valorize the complete chain which will “from field to table“, strengthening the link between producers, cooks and consumers.
A market for everyone
THE Puerta Cinegia market offer during these days, it is varied and designed to attract different audiences: from families with children until food lovers And industry professionals. The combination of recreational, educational and gastronomic activities makes this event a featured quote on the cultural and culinary agenda of Zaragoza this Christmas.
In addition to activities around black truffles, the Puerta Cinegia Market is a permanent space which hosts a wide gastronomic and cultural offer inside Zaragoza centerwith several dining options and sensory experiences throughout the year.
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