Looking for a different and lighter dining experience after a matinee at the Fox Theatre, we headed over to The Iberian Pig, where we immediately were captivated by its inviting ambiance.
The restaurant takes its name --- and most of the pork items on the menu -- from the world-famous, free-range Iberian pig breed that originated in Spain. Having visited Spain, we were transported in our minds back to the Iberian Peninsula, prepared for a culinary tour on the back of this pig.
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The tapas-style menu is great for sampling a wide variety of dishes. But first we ordered some sangria to set the mood. Then, the knowledgeable and helpful wait staff guided us through recommendations.
Our culinary journey through Spain began with charcuterie and cheese. Our favorites were the Manchego DOP cheese, a sheep’s milk product of La Mancha, Spain, the Valdeon cheese, a blended cow and sheep’s milk blue cheese from Leon, Spain, and the chorizo Iberico de Bellota, a slightly-spicy ham.
Our next selection came from the daily specials. The asparaggos con jamon arrived tender asparagus spears wrapped in a slightly crispy ham, then drizzled lightly with a tarragon cava vinaigrette.
We followed that with two choices from the restaurant’s core menu.
First at the table was the BWD, a plate of five medjool dates stuffed with Manchego cheese, then wrapped in browned applewood bacon strips. It’s all served over a romesco sauce. The sweet dates paired well with the creamy cheese and crisp bacon.
Next up was the Gambas al Ajillio, five sauteed Argentinian shrimp served in a sherry garlic butter sauce. Each shrimp was tender and sweet, and dripping with that luscious buttery sauce.
By this time, we were filled from the delicious tapas, even though we had planned on more. I mean, how could one visit a Spanish restaurant WITHOUT having paella. But skip it, we did, along with the dessert churros about which we had heard equally fabulous recommendations.
So, lesson learned. Next time, we really WILL start with the dessert churros, then go for a course of paella.
And you can get more on our experience at Iberian Pig at our website, OurTravelCafe.com
More Dining from DeanLand
Enjoyed reading this restaurant experience. Here are other ATL region restaurants we've tried recently:
Breakfast at Marietta's Red Eyed Mule
Authentic Greek Lunch at Yeero Village
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