Autumn is here. The days are getting shorter, the sunsets come earlier every day, and little by little, and almost without realizing it, it will be necessary to take out the warm clothes for the approaching winter.

But in winter it is not only necessary to change our clothes. To continue fully enjoying your trip to Madrid, you need to be full of energy, and for this there is nothing better than recharging it with any of the dishes of the varied Madrid cuisine.

“Cocido madrileño”: The Best Places to savor It

If there is a quintessential Madrid recipe, and of worldwide fame and recognition, it is the “cocido madrileño”. This exquisite dish is ideal for winter days, due to its great nutritional contribution, and thus be in top form for your visit to Madrid

The capital has numerous places to taste a good “cocido madrileño”. Here are some of the most notable ones:

Lhardy

This emblematic restaurant is part of Madrid’s own history. Within its walls and throughout its 175 years of history, numerous anecdotes have happened and it has been a meeting place for illustrious people. Did you know that even King Alfonso XII and the legendary spy Mata-Hari enjoyed its exquisite cuisine? If you also want to feel like a historical figure, you only have to stop by this establishment, which awaits you at number 8 Carrera de San Jerónimo, next to Puerta del Sol.

Restaurante la Bola

This traditional restaurant is the ideal place to taste a traditional “cocido madrileño” made in the old style, in an individual clay pot. To complete the meal, you can order one of its famous desserts, such as, for example, its apple fritters with ice cream.

You can find this typical Madrid chocolate shop at number 5 on Bola street (very close to Vitium)

Historic Chocolate Shops to Enjoy Chocolate with Churros

We all know the wonderful tradition of starting the New Year with a good chocolate with churros. But any time is a good time to enjoy this delicacy. We will tell you about some historic chocolate shops, located in the heart of Madrid.

Chocolatería San Ginés

It is located in the Pasadizo de San Ginés, a few meters from the Puerta del Sol, and is considered the most famous in the city. It has even been mentioned in literary works such as “Luces de Bohemia”, by Valle Inclán, and has been awarded as a Historical Tourist Center. This legendary chocolate shop also has branches abroad, such as, for example, Mexico and Japan.

Chocolatería Valor

In this chocolate shop, which has several generations of family tradition, you can enjoy not only traditional chocolate, but also great milkshakes and other recipes made with cocoa. Chocolatería Valor awaits you at number 7 Postigo de San Martín street and in other branches throughout the capital.

Tapas and rations to warm up

In addition to the dishes we have already mentioned, in Madrid, you can taste other dishes ideal for fighting the cold. With winter just around the corner, we want to recommend the best tapas and recipes to combat the low temperatures.

• Garlic soup. This traditional soup, also called Castilian soup, is typical in several Spanish regions, and its basic ingredients are hot water, garlic, bread and paprika, with some variations, depending on the area. It can be eaten at any time of day, to warm up, after a walk through the city. In some regions, such as Zamora, it is traditional to have it for breakfast during Holy Week after the night processions.
• Asturian fabada. Madrid is a crossroads, and in it you can find all kinds of food and restaurants from all regions of Spain. One of these traditional dishes is fabada, which consists mainly of white beans, chorizo ​​and blood sausage. You can try this delicious and energetic recipe in any of the many Asturian restaurants located in the capital.
• Galician broth. And naturally, we could not forget the region of Galicia and one of its most famous dishes, its traditional broth. It basically consists of a stew made with turnip greens, white beans and potatoes, with some meat, and is ideal for winter afternoons, when we need to be full of energy to be able to continue walking around Madrid.

And naturally, to be able to taste all these dishes, the ideal starting point is Vitium. Its ideal location, right in the centre of Madrid, will mean that you have easy access to the many restaurants that offer these winter recipes.

Enjoy your meal!