Spectrum Fm Costa Blanca

TO ONE’S HEART’S CONTENT

Going from one terrace to another, from one square to another, walking about the streets and enjoying life in the open air is one of the best ways of blending in with the Murcian atmosphere. The good climate, together with cultural blending, have made Murcian people learn how to enjoy the hubbub to the full. Having some ‘cañicas’ -small draft beers- while chitchatting is here a real pleasure. If you add a couple of typical tapas from the region, we’re talking about luxury. You won’t be able to say ‘no’ to marineras, caballitos, matrimonios or pasteles de carne. Other typical dishes are michirones, Murcian salad, pisto and even some raw broad beans from the huerta with dried and salted bonito or some tomato slices. If you have a sweet tooth, try the paparajotes: lemon tree leaves coated in a dough made of flour, eggs, milk and grated lemon peel, which are fried and then dusted with cinnamon and sugar. Having them with a little glass of sweet wine is an authentic Murcian pleasure. But don’t let anybody kid you: you DON’T have to eat the leaves. Read more