Odoloste - Bilbao, Spain

 Similar to most countries, Spain is made up of many diverse regions offering different climates, landscapes, language dialects and of course, cuisines! In the North East part of Spain you'll find the Basque Country flirting with France. Yes, the same Basque as Basque Cheesecake - I know, you love it already. Home to one of three Guggenheim museums in the world, a cruising destination and a large presence of Michelin restaurants is the biggest city in the region, Bilbao.

The Spanish have a great appreciate and high regard for Pork. Think Jamón Ibérico, the highest quality cured Pork in the world - yes, even better than Italian Prosciutto. Blend this cultural passion and availability of such a high quality products with the next wave of chefs and you get Odoloste. Opened in 2018, Odoloste is a Michelin-recommended restaurant where chef Igor Aguirre, former Spanish Champion of Young Cooks 2002, crafts inventive, pork-centered tasting menus rooted in modern Basque cuisine. With options like slow-cooked shoulder, pork terrine, and cod cheeks in pork crust, Odoloste reimagines every cut of the pig with refined technique and bold creativity. Its inclusion in the Michelin Guide and strong local acclaim make it a standout for diners seeking originality, value, and serious culinary skill in the heart of the city. For more information on Odoloste, visit www.Odoloste.com .

Black Pudding "Bonbons", Hummus from Gernika, Piparra Pepper

Homemade "Fiambre Casero" with Octopus and Euskal Txerri Pork Rib.

The ingredients are pressed, sliced and served cold

Iberian Acorn-Fed Pork "Presa", Crystal Bread, Tomato

Beetroot Gazpacho

Iberico Pork Loin, Chives, Corn & Corn Cream

Chocolate Cake with Sesame Ice Cream

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