We continued on to the historic town of Olite. It was a very charming town housing the Royal Palace of Olite, previously home to the court of the King of Navarra during the Middle Ages.
Quiet streets of Olite
Royal Palace of Olite
That day it so happened that there was a special youth federation event – we got to witness a mini “running of the bulls” with the young boys of Olite running with small bulls through the streets of Olite. It was a nice treat for us since we wouldn’t be sticking around Pamplona for the real running of the bulls the following week.
Don't try this at home
Here they come!
For dinner we had reservations at Casa Zanito, one of the most well-known restaurants in Olite and all of Navarra. It was a delicious introduction to Navarrese cuisine and gave us a preview of what to expect for the remaining days of our trip.
Mushrooms topped with an egg
Lettuce hearts with smoked salmon and guacamole
Duck confit
Seabass
Creme brulee ice cream in an almond cookie
Brownie with mango sorbet
The following day after a winery tour and tasting, we headed to the town of Vera de Bidasoa and had another spectacular meal at the hotel restaurant, Lenkonea.
Fish cakes
Jamon Iberico
Crispy eggplant with a honey sauce
Massive legs of lamb
Molten chocolate cake
From our first four days in Spain, Piggie Hubby and I both agreed: we love Spain and all the food it has to offer! Next post, we'll be sharing our experience visiting two of the wineries in Navarra.
Casa Zanito
Rua Mayor, 16
31390, Olite, Spain
948 740 002
Lenkonea
Plaza de los Fueros
31780, Vera de Bidasoa, Spain
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