Is this REALLY Spain's Tapas Capital? | EPIC Valladolid Tapas Crawl

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Yoly and I eat our way through Valladolid, to find out if it is indeed the capital of tapas! Venga, let’s go!
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01:00 Suite 22
02:13 Habanero Taqueria
02:53 Alquimia
03:53 Don Bacalao
05:50 5 Gustos
07:30 Trasto
08:28 Los Zagales
10:49 Jiapan
12:07 Gastrobar Sabores
13:30 Rioluz
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@hirwaaxel9656 Жыл бұрын

i love SPAIN so much ❣❣, likes for those who likes spain too

@sheerill Жыл бұрын

I miss Valladolid. I was living there 17 years and the tapas were so good! We used to go every weekend to have tapas with my family or friends.

@jmo7559 Жыл бұрын

Valladolid esta muy bien, no solo su gastronomia y sus vinos (Ribera de Duero, Rueda, Toro, Cigales y Tierra de Leon). Su historia, fue capital de España antes de establecerse definitivamente en Madrid, la plaza mayor, la zona de la catedral, San Pablo, San Benito....Y es una ciudad limpia y cuidada, con teatros, exposiciones, festival de Cine...¡A mi me encanta!

@artmann7684 Жыл бұрын

Hadn't thought about going to Valladolid but now looking to include in one of our 2023 trips. Thank you once again!!!

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

The list is going to be long I'm sure!

@borjamartinezcalvo9923 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video! Really happy to see Valladolid gather a bit more attention. It's one of those places that tends to go under the radar because it lacks some of the big monuments or festivals that other cities have. But it's a fantastic place for a day or even a weekend trip, especially considering its proximity to Madrid. Lots of history, good food and even better wine in a very relaxed and easygoing city. Also, it being the capital of its region (Castilla y León), you'll have access to a good amount of shops and services. James, Valladolid definitely deserves another visit to experience more of what the city and the province have to offer besides flashy tapas. Hope to see you back soon!

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Glad you liked it!

@victoriasoto8783 Жыл бұрын

Tenemos una gran tradición de tapas, algunas son increíbles y están buenísimas!!! Además mi ciudad es preciosa!!

@MYTravelBF Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! We had no idea Valladolid had so many tapas places! It's definitely a place we'll have to visit next time we're back in Spain and see if it compares to our favorite tapas city in Spain: Logroño!

@aitorledesma4295 17 күн бұрын

OMG! Laurel St!

@jamesrenner3988 Жыл бұрын

This is brilliant!! Due to the competition, all of the host restaurants gain a new tapa. Then I am sure if they hosted the winning competitor their business improves even more. It’s a great way to gather and build the collective creativity.

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Exactly - it's a brilliant idea!

@bkm2797 Жыл бұрын

James and Yoli, that was fun. This was a very talented area when it comes to tapas, that little something you wouldn't normally think of, but alas, I'm more Provençal. Thanks for taking us along.

@virginiafeliciano9318 Жыл бұрын

This was awesome! I’m counting the days till Feb when I’m back in Spain to try all of the great places you have showcased!!!

@welshtoro3256 Жыл бұрын

My wife's family come from Valladolid so I know the city very well. There are indeed a few famous Tapas joints but they are specialist places and not really representative of tapas in general. I still think it's way better in the Basque Country or the Granada region which is the real home of tapas.

@Kakonan Жыл бұрын

Logroño is the best for me.

@tonydeltablues Жыл бұрын

"Winter is coming; strap me up!" - James Blick 2022...lol you make me laugh! Very much enjoying your videos - this was 'espectacular'. Gracias Tony

@andrewmeasures2312 Жыл бұрын

Hi James, Yoli and Lucía. I hope you are all well. What a great video. Such talented chefs. Valladolid would never have occred to me as a place for such amazing tapas. Thanks for making this tour so enjoyable and so much fun. Well done. All the very best.

@peter_bazinet Жыл бұрын

This is now on our list to visit . . . . . maybe live.

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

haha the list grows

@dmchristy 9 ай бұрын

Ahhhh we are going to back to Valladolid in December, and I just randomly searched 'James Blick Valladolid' to see if you had been... and there was this amazing tour!!!! We ticked off most of your San Sebastián recommendations as well in July! Thanks James, Yoli & Lucia ❤

@swissfoodie3542 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another fantastic videos James & Yoly. Those tapas look really tasty and are so well presented.

@jonny_leach Жыл бұрын

Amazing video guys!! Love it as always!

@silviabeltrandeherediagarc6180 Жыл бұрын

My home city! Glad you visited :) Volved pronto!!!

@britslivinginspain Жыл бұрын

epic! adding to the list. thanks for sharing!

@AM-ee2nh Жыл бұрын

Loved the video. So fun!

@bj-th7ul Жыл бұрын

Thankyou, y'all have a lovely/magical style of presentation and gesture. gracias

@mizginavale22 Жыл бұрын

What a great video. One of the things that I love about tapas in Spain , is not just the taste of so many delicious options, but the presentation of them. You first eat with your eyes and in Spain, they sure understand that concept quite well. All the tapas you've shown had a unique way of being presented and that alone got my seal of approval. I was quite interested in the tapas (and their presentation) at "5 Gustos" (sorry if an Australian got my attention, but so did the one from New Zealand because Kiwis rule!!!). The only thing that surprised me was that you ate all that food without a glass of wine to pair with them, until the very end when you were at Gastrobar. I had to double take to verify this was a James Blick video. LOL! Thanks for another delightful video.

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

It's true -- we didn't drink so much on this one. Moving fast!

@AngelaGarry Жыл бұрын

Brilliantly expressive, both of you!!! 😁😁😁😁

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😁

@jameshaddan8538 Жыл бұрын

OK - this was an orgy of deliciousness- thank you! Was just in Spain a month ago and am craving the food already.

@zabbygee Жыл бұрын

Another amazing video! Well done.

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gloria!

@reidelnord Жыл бұрын

San Sebastián! Kiwi!!!!!!

@keeva7313 Жыл бұрын

I had something that looks just like that tapa with the dry ice in Valladolid about 5 years ago! I was so entranced that I took a picture of it. It was our first time there, and I guess the competition must have been going on---it was crazy crowded, and we had some amazing tapas---but I didn't realize it. Such imaginative presentations and unusual ingredients in this group---you showed them so well. This was a great video---thank-you! I want to go back!

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@throughthewindowpane Жыл бұрын

Great video! The tapas look so delicious, makes me want to taste all of those myself…

@flowergirl4652 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Very funny! Well done. I will now look for train tickets to visit....

@miriamO212 Жыл бұрын

Nicely done! I loved the game you and Yoly were playing - it made it fun! I must admit, I've never considered Valladolid as a destination for myself, but now I will definitely go. Lots of cute restaurants and bars! Well done, you two!

@welshtoro3256 Жыл бұрын

Hi Miriam, Valladolid is well worth a visit. As the capital of Castile it has some fine historic credentials. The other thing is, if you have your own transport there are literally dozens of interesting towns and villages nearby with amazing monuments. The Duero river was the natural barrier in the Reconquest so there's loads of castles and cathedrals. The wines of the region, particularly Ribera de Duero, are superb.

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Miriam - yes Valladolid is a great city!

@user-rr1zt5go4q 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful ! One of your best shows . I'd love to sample that food if I had the chance . Maybe one day , and then I can hire you as my guide in all things Spanish. Thanks for the video !

@walkalong2811 Жыл бұрын

Never been in Spain. It is definitely on my bucket list. Meanwhile I enjoy it through your videos. You just got a new subscriber!!!!

@adriansimon6679 Жыл бұрын

Ponsified tapas! All very lovely, and I'm sure delicious.

@welshtoro3256 Жыл бұрын

That's what it is Adrian. It will be delicious but very expensive and in no way representative of the majority of bars in the city. I know the city very well. Certain areas of Spain went through a ponsification of food as a sort of regional pride some time back and this kind of thing is the personification of that. It's for folk with money to burn (good for them) but it's competition tapas and not regular stuff. In the region of Granada you don't even pay for it.

@londonEnglishVideos Жыл бұрын

Not sure that 2,50 a tapa qualifies as expensive or even dear. And a total 5 euros for a good wine (Valladolid is known for local wine areas including Ribera and Rioja) and tapa seems very good value to me, but there again I'm in London where a mediocre glass of wine will set you back 7 pounds. All depends what you're used to, I suppose.

@anamaria2053 Жыл бұрын

I loved this deep dive. It would be nice to get more of a sense of the city beyond tapas.

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Yes, on the list!

@anamaria2053 Жыл бұрын

@@spainrevealed Excelente!

@vinniekay0967 Жыл бұрын

Top Video! And what a lovely couple you are..

@umdcaps Жыл бұрын

Just subscribed to your channel; Mark Wiens led me here. Looking forward to watching all your past videos. Spain is on my bucket list of countries to someday visit, especially for the cuisine!

@robertmeredith906 Жыл бұрын

Looks like they are really evolving the tapas but maybe a bit fancy for me. Price is pretty good though. Will add Valladolid to my list to explore these places. Thanks again guys. Have a ball in NZ. ¡Feliz Navidad!

@MrFreckles0407 Жыл бұрын

Hey just went on a Devour tour because of you…here in BCN…first time, thanks for all your vids!

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@jessicaknauss Жыл бұрын

Valladolid? Hmm. I'm an American living in Zamora. There's an AVE from Madrid now! I'd be delighted to give you a historical tour and let you sample our signature dishes!

@nllondon964 Жыл бұрын

Nice video great 👍 🇲🇦

@Emy53 Жыл бұрын

I missed your live, but I always find you. I miss you guys. It's Amelia.

@Emy53 Жыл бұрын

I never went hungry in Spain. I wanted to try almost everything. I only gained 3 pounds in 2019. I absolutely loved the walking. That's the only way to get a true feel of Spain, plus hang with the locals.

@emlyngriffith5846 Жыл бұрын

Great video as alway! I’ll stick with my comment on your previous competition coverage though….this is not real tapas as we know it. It’s too cheffy and pretentious. The best tapas I’ve had was in a tiny place in Cuenca where we were presented with a fantastic variety of tapas free with every caña or glass of wine. Likewise all over Andalusia an incredible variety is presented as a complimentary nibble with drinks with great competition between bars. We’ve lived here for 18 years now and it’s still a treat 👍🍷.

@borjamartinezcalvo9923 Жыл бұрын

The tapas tournament held in Valladolid is indeed not very representative of the original tapas culture, which is essentially abouy getting some complimentary local food with your drink. But it's still a fun thing to experience! Besides, it's also fine if food, as a cultural experience, keeps evolving and re-inventing itself. Anyways, Valladolid definitely has more things to offer. On the food side, you will find delicious lamb and some of the best wine and cheese that Spain has to offer. And besides that, Valladolid's history is rich enough to please the most curious mind, especially if you are willing to do some research before your visit. I totally recommend giving this city a chance!

@Kakonan Жыл бұрын

Free tapas are usually the worst tapas. I prefer to pay a little bit more and choose a good quality product.

@TeleportWalkers Жыл бұрын

Those tapas look great! But I think I wills stick to my regular tapas and pescaito frito 😁

@Antonete2005 Жыл бұрын

I'm from Valladolid and I just discovered this 😂 I always tought those were just fancy tapas, not award winning pieces of food! 😂 Anyways, as always great video. I love it when people give a bit of attention to my city, wich has a lot of culture and history but no one gives it any interest sadly 😅 I hope you enjoyed our city! But the only thing I can recommend are museums. Still worth it! 😂

@victorlui5955 Жыл бұрын

Tapas & house wines please. 🍝🥂🍷

@waynesgrid49 Жыл бұрын

I'm moving to Spain in April. Thanks for the great information. But I'm sure there's more about daily life? Furniture shopping? Doctors visits? Dentist? Health insurance? Fitness? Dating?

@TravelonlineWalk Жыл бұрын

wow

@AlexNomadHuang Жыл бұрын

i am so hungry after watching this.

@TravelingisFREEDOM Жыл бұрын

I don't know, those tapas seem too small and too fancy for me, I am glad you went there though!

@Kakonan Жыл бұрын

The idea is to eat 5 or 6 for a meal, always changing the bar. Never stick to one place.

@skiski5745 Жыл бұрын

Any recommendation for non-alcoholic options?

@Joker-zm3vc Жыл бұрын

My wife and I will be traveling to Madrid Spain (Centro) over the Christmas holiday. We are so excited, an nervous, its our first time. Do you think it will be hard for us to find places to eat on Christmas Eve and/or Christmas day?

@vivalosporros Жыл бұрын

It will be much easier on Christmas Eve to have lunch. On Christmas day everything is closed, it will be almost impossible to find something open

@johnetie Жыл бұрын

Wow, what an amazing surprise. I can't wait to try this food sometime. By the way how expensive was this fancy food.

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Not that expensive. About 3-4 euros per tapa outside the festival

@jeannecastellano7181 Жыл бұрын

What was that blue tapa?

@juliapiroddi4825 Жыл бұрын

Sorry I missed you in my hometown😢

@aitorledesma4295 17 күн бұрын

Al final ibais un poco alegres, jajaja

@AncientMysteriesAndInnovations Жыл бұрын

How was that mouse trap

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

yummy!

@beltxabeltxa Жыл бұрын

Never ever been there

@Emy53 Жыл бұрын

That was hilarious...offered on a mouse trap...

@maobfh Жыл бұрын

Question: You said that the tapas were all €2.5? Is that routinely? Or during the Tapas Competition? Tapas are so very costly in the US (when I have found a Tapas Bar or a Tapas Restaurant) that I have not been on a Tapas crawl nor can I say for certain that I have or have not ever had tapas. I don’t know enough to know what separates a tapa from an appetizer (sorry if that is offensive but I really am ignorant of the subject). It IS something that I would like to try, though, and if one can afford to travel to Spain from the US (the US or Australia or Japan or….) SURELY they could set aside €100.00 or more for a traditional Spanish tradition? And I won’t disagree with that and if that is true, then I believe that I would. Once. But I have never heard that all Spanish Peoples are wealthy and I have absolutely heard that tapas are enjoyed by people throughout Spain and there can be simple or humble tapas and there can be extravagant or ______(?) tapas. A long justification for asking if the tapas in that city are always priced at or near €2.50 or only during the competition? If it is only during the competition, what does one typically spend on a tapas crawl in this city or Barcelona or Madrid or anywhere in Spain on a routine Thursday or Friday evening? Fantastic video! Thank you for including us. And thank you to anyone who is familiar with and is willing to explain to me about the tradition, the cost, the extravagance (if any) and maybe other things that I don’t know that I don’t know. 😊

@raula.3693 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that's a very difficult question. In each region, and many times within these in each city, there is a different culture when it comes to tapas. And the same goes for their prices. From Lugo, Zamora or León, where the tapa is free in many bars, to San Sebastián, where it is easy to find "pinchos" for more than four euros, there is a wide range of prices and ways of charging for tapas. In Almería, for example, beer + tapa costs 2.50, but there are bars where only a tapa costs 3.50, and this is the case in other cities. The normal thing is that a meal based on tapas costs about 15 to 20 euros almost anywhere, but if you have a fine nose and money in your wallet, this amount can be doubled. Save and come, it's worth it.

@maobfh Жыл бұрын

@@raula.3693 - excellent answer and EXACTLY what I did a poor job asking! Thank you!!!

@spainrevealed Жыл бұрын

Great answer!

@TeleportWalkers Жыл бұрын

Yeah, in The US they over prize tapas, they should be cheap or free like in Granada. The same deal happens to sushi, it's cheap in Japan

@londonEnglishVideos Жыл бұрын

Oh no, another secret exposed.

@thepablyko Жыл бұрын

main thing of a tapa being a tapa is that it is free, comes with your drink, that´s why granada is the real tapas capital

@Kakonan Жыл бұрын

Son tapas reguleras. Prefiero pagar más y elegir lo que yo quiero y con mucha más calidad. Me conozco todas las ciudades de España y las mejores son Logroño, San Sebastián y Valladolid, sin olvidar Hondarribia.