We had some Gambas al Ajillo for dinner last night – one of the easiest and delicious dishes that I love to prepare and the three of us love to eat. Gambas al Ajillo is one of my favorite dishes. I love seafood a lot, so does my husband and son. And when it comes to delicious Gambas al Ajillo here in Asheville, you can never go wrong with the dish from Curate.
Curate is one of the best, if not the best restaurant that offers Spanish cuisine here in Asheville. I came across the restaurant when it was named as one of the Best Tapas Restaurants in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure in 2013. It was that year too that we checked the place out, on Mother’s Day to be exact, and sampled their delicious food. But just a heads up, these photos were taken using my old cellphone and it didn’t do them justice at all.
Chistorra con Pure de Patatas
Their servings are small which is way too perfect for me. I’ve always have a hard time finishing a big serving and always end up asking for a to-go box. I cleaned my plate that night. š
Garlic Bread
Patatas Bravas
These are crispy fried potatoes topped with a slightly spicy ābravaā sauce.
Croquetas de Pollo
This was our son’s choice and it was gone in a heartbeat.
Gambas al Ajillo
And there’s my Gambas al Ajillo or sautĆ©ed shrimp and sliced garlic.
Esparragos Verdes con Romesco
My husband’s choice. He loves asparagus!
If you ever get to Asheville, make sure to check this restaurant. I think I am not the only one who highly recommends it. I’m not sure though if they still offer all of these dishes now. I think I will just have to say that it’s for you to find out. š
Wow, the food looks amazing. I have never had Spanish food before and it sounds awesome.
I need to find this restaurant. I have been craving this type of food for a while now and have not found a great place for it.
It sounds like Asheville has some pretty amazing food choices! I would love to take a food tour of the city.
All of these foods look amazing. I love trying new foods and I would love to try all of these dishes!
I don’t go to Asheville often, but the next time I do I will have to eat here. It looks delicious.
Iāve been to one tapas tasting and it was so much fun! I am looking at these dishes and practically drooling. Everything looks amazing and I would love to become better acquainted with Spanish food. Thank you for sharing the yummy goodness!
All of that food looks so good! If we’re ever in Asheville, we’ll definitely have to check it out for ourselves.
Oh yumyum! Everything looks so savory and tasty! I’m pretty sure you enjoyed everything. I would love to experience a good and authentic Spanish dishes too.
All the food looked delicious! I love Spanish food, especially the Gambas al Ajillo.
Dang, this looks great and pretty authentic! Only thing is, where’s the pan con tomate (tomato bread)? That’s a true Spanish staple :).
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It’s wonderful to find places that size their portions so well! Like you, hate having to ask for a to-go box or leaving food on your plate! These dishes look yummy !
This food look so delicious. I have friends near Asheville. I will have to share this with them.
Everything looks so delicious. I have no idea what Croquetas de Pollo is, but it looks amazing. What exactly is in that?
It’s Chicken Croquettes. Our son loves chicken a lot. š
Would love to visit Asheville to experience all the yummy Spanish food. Lots of dishes I never even heard of!
Yum…I love Spanish food and I am in Madrid, Spain right now! Tapas are awesome
Ooooooo everything looks so yummy!!!! I just love Spanish food. Wish we had a local Spanish restaurant.