{"id":30935,"date":"2026-06-04T15:21:57","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T14:21:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bodegasmezquita.com\/world-day-tapa-cordoba\/"},"modified":"2026-06-04T15:21:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T14:21:57","slug":"world-day-tapa-cordoba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bodegasmezquita.com\/en\/world-day-tapa-cordoba\/","title":{"rendered":"Bodegas Mezquita celebrates World Tapas Day in C\u00f3rdoba with a fresh creation that\u2019s uniquely ours"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In C\u00f3rdoba, going out for tapas is more than just a tradition: it\u2019s a way of experiencing cuisine, sharing moments, and savoring our region through small bites bursting with flavor. That\u2019s why, once again this year, Bodegas Mezquita is joining in on <strong>World Tapas Day in C\u00f3rdoba<\/strong> with a special menu created just for the occasion. <\/p>\n<p>From <strong>June 16 to 30<\/strong>, our four taverns <strong>and<\/strong> restaurants will exclusively offer the tapa <strong>\u201cBlood Orange Salmorejo with Confit Cod<\/strong>, <strong>\u201d<\/strong> a creation by Chef <strong>Jos\u00e9 Ram\u00f3n Cuadra<\/strong> that you can enjoy with a small glass of <strong>Alhambra beer<\/strong> for just <strong>\u20ac5.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A fresh tapa with a Cordoba twist<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Our offering for this year is the result of combining two well-known, time-honored dishes: <strong>salmorejo<\/strong> and <strong>remoj\u00f3n<\/strong>. These two fresh, Mediterranean recipes\u2014perfect for hot days\u2014have been reimagined as a tapa with its own unique character. <\/p>\n<p>The result is a <strong>blood orange salmorejo with<\/strong> a natural, balanced acidity, served with <strong>cod confit in extra virgin olive oil<\/strong>, black olive crumb, and a fresh green chive oil. This combination is designed to let you enjoy the cuisine of C\u00f3rdoba from a modern, light, and nuanced perspective. <\/p>\n<p>Jos\u00e9 Ram\u00f3n Cuadra sums it up this way: <strong>\u201cWe wanted to create a refreshing tapa, designed for hot weather, in which the blood orange provides the perfect acidity. Paired with a nice cold beer, it\u2019s an ideal way to beat the summer heat.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-30099\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bodegasmezquita.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/image1.png\" alt=\"Jos\u00e9 Ram\u00f3n Cuadra\" width=\"373\" height=\"406\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What is World Tapas Day?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>World Tapas Day<\/strong> is celebrated every year on <strong>June 16<\/strong> and was created by <strong>Saborea Espa\u00f1a<\/strong>, with the support of <strong>Hosteler\u00eda de Espa\u00f1a<\/strong>, to highlight the tapa as one of the great symbols of our cuisine and culture.<\/p>\n<p>Tapas represent a way of experiencing dining that is uniquely ours: intimate, shared, social, and rooted in the local area. From traditional bars to creative cuisine, tapas are part of Spain\u2019s culinary identity and remain one of the main attractions for visitors. <\/p>\n<p>For the 2026 edition, the official World Tapas Day website already lists the planning of new routes and activities as part of this culinary celebration.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The flavor behind each ingredient<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The appetizer <strong>\u201cSalmorejo with Blood Orange and Confit Cod\u201d<\/strong> is designed to refresh, surprise, and pay tribute to the familiar flavors of our cuisine.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Blood oranges<\/strong> replace vinegar and naturally provide the necessary acidity to salmorejo, adding a very special citrusy and aromatic touch.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>cod confit in extra virgin olive oil<\/strong> adds juiciness, tenderness, and depth to the dish.<\/li>\n<li>The<strong> black olive soil<\/strong> imparts an intense, salty nuance that evokes Mediterranean tradition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green chive oil<\/strong> adds freshness, color, and a very balanced, herbaceous finish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>An Alhambra beer<\/strong>, brewed in C\u00f3rdoba, rounds out the experience with a refreshing pairing that\u2019s perfect for this time of year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A dish that perfectly encapsulates what Bodegas Mezquita stands for: respect for the ingredients, creativity in the kitchen, and an intimate way to experience C\u00f3rdoba through its flavors.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Where can you enjoy it?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Our tapa <strong>, \u201cBlood Orange Salmorejo with Confit Cod,\u201d<\/strong> will be available from <strong>June 16 to 30<\/strong> at the following Bodegas Mezquita locations:  <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bodegas Mezquita C\u00e9spedes \u2013 12 C\u00e9spedes St.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bodegas Mezquita Corregidor \u2013 45 Corregidor Luis de la Cerda Street<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bodegas Mezquita Cruz del Rastro \u2013 Plaza Cruz del Rastro, 2<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bodegas Mezquita Ribera \u2013 Ronda de Isasa, 10<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Two weeks to celebrate <strong>World Tapas Day in C\u00f3rdoba<\/strong> with a fresh, unique, and carefully curated selection designed to help you enjoy the summer.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tapas with a Purpose<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Beyond the culinary aspect, World Tapas Day is an opportunity to celebrate one of our most cherished traditions: going out, sharing, sampling, chatting, and discovering new flavors.<\/p>\n<p>At Bodegas Mezquita, we see tapas as an essential part of our approach to cuisine. That\u2019s why, in 2026, we\u2019re once again joining a celebration that brings together tradition, innovation, and all the flavors of C\u00f3rdoba in a single bite. <\/p>\n<p>From <strong>June 16 to 30<\/strong>, we look forward to seeing you there to toast with our special tapa and a nice cold beer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In C\u00f3rdoba, going out for tapas is more than just a tradition: it\u2019s a way of experiencing cuisine, sharing moments, and savoring our region through small bites bursting with flavor. 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