It was the summer of 1994...
Salamanca Spain.
I was there for a six week study abroad program, and I loved every moment of it, but I particularly loved the culture and the food!
This all came back to me last night when I went to Iruna for their grand opening. I felt like I was back in Spain as I drank sangria, people-watched, enjoyed the fabulous service, and of course, savored samples from Aaron May's latest menu...
The tortilla espanola was my favorite, but I was also a fan of the gazpacho and the artichoke and clams. One look at the regular menu and there is a ton more comida that I'll have to try.
If you like any of the following, let me know:
*ensalada de arroz con atun
*pulpo a la gallega
*paella
*spinach and goat cheese croquettas
*calamari con pimenton
*gambas al ajillo
*any / all of the vegetable sides - gotta get that verdura in!
We can set up a tapas date and share!
And it looks like their "hora feliz" (4:30 - 6:30 daily) has some awesome deals!
I'd like to eventually travel back to Spain to relive that summer, but in the meantime, I look forward to making do at Iruna!