Arola.

Okay, it isn't everyday you get a see a two Michelin star chef at work and that's just what I had the pleasure of doing! Sergi Arola, the owner of Arola at J.W. Marriot showed us how to make a few of his signature dishes; Patatas Bravas, Tandoor Lobster, White Asparagus and Crema Catalana.

Apart from being a brilliant chef, Sergi Arola is so entertaining! His anecdotes in that dreamy Spanish accent pretty much had me glued. His food philosophy is simple, don't complicate stuff and let the produce speak for itself.

Patatas Bravas

Also called patatas a la brava or papas bravas, is a dish native to Spain, often served as a tapa in bars. It typically consists of white potatoes that have been cut into about 2 centimeter irregular shapes and then fried in oil and served warm with a sauce such as a spicy tomato sauce or a mayonnaise. This dish is commonly served in restaurants and bars throughout Spain, where it is traditionally accompanied by a shot of orujo or a glass of wine. It is one of the most spicy dishes served in Spain.

Arola's patatas bravas- just melted in my mouth!

White Asparagus

Thick, fresh white asparagus in olive dust and mayo with a few fresh sprigs of parsley

Tandoor Lobster

The raw material- Beauty.

The finished product- garnished with macaroni sauteed in tomato, chili and garlic and olive dust

Crema Catalana

This is basically a Spanish creme brulee. Arola served it with a hint of cinnamon and an orange sorbet- Yum!

The master at work

Talking, learning and eating; this was a very fun evening! I hadn't tried authentic Spanish food before and this was something really different for me. Plus, eating Michelin starred food in a Michelin star restaurant listening to a Michelin star winning wish isn't the worst thing ;) thanks Gourmet It Up! 'Twas funnnn :D

I have a Christmas Special INSIDE lined up for you guys! So stay tuned!

xoxo

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