Ingredient appreciation — what makes Patatas Bravas special

What sets Patatas Bravas apart is the handling of smoked paprika. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the deeply aromatic result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

Spanish eating culture centres on long social meals rather than quick eating. The a Sunday family paella atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had Estrella Damm beer as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Patatas Bravas is the place to start.