VALENCIA

Valencia is Spain's 3rd largest city that's lovely seaside location is an exciting mix of the traditional and the modern that crosses from the architecture to the cuisine. The standard bearer is Ricard Camarena who has multiple starred and unstarred restaurants around town. People flock from around the world to try the original recipe of Paella Valenciana. Tony Montoliu is the reigning grandmaster and defender of the local traditions. Some say Casa Carmelo is the best paella in town while Palmar, the location of the Valencian rice fields, is considered the world capital of paella. Also on our list below are all manner of lesser-known specialties. Do not miss trying Figatell.