Near the cave you can see the old building housing a hotel. A few hundred years ago, ice cream makers lived in that house; it was a kind of summer residence for them. Foreigners can taste the horchata ice cream cooked following old recipes at any local cafe. Cozy Xixona cafes are among the most popular.
Gijon is famous not only because of its ice cream; it is producing a popular Arab delicacy, turron. This local sweet is made of honey, almonds and sugar; turron is the Christmas treat. Those who want to enjoy typical national dishes can taste roasted rabbit with a side dish of rice. Gijon is famous for excellent pastries, which are sold not only in specialty stores, but also at local markets.
Among specific local restaurants La Tabla remains the confident leader. Its menu includes popular Spanish dishes, exciting treats of seafood and exotic snacks. The El Candil El Puerto restaurant is ready to offer visitors a decent selection of national food. You can eat your favorite pizza and taste different types of beer in the cozy restaurant La Nonna. In addition to popular Italian dishes, visitors can enjoy interesting salads and appetizers, as well as soft drinks and desserts.
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