Liss Property Group Apartments Respage » jose garces http://www.lisspropertygroup.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:23:50 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Tinto: Tapas to Share and Savor http://www.lisspropertygroup.com/blog/2010/10/tinto-tapas-to-share-and-savor/ http://www.lisspropertygroup.com/blog/2010/10/tinto-tapas-to-share-and-savor/#comments Wed, 20 Oct 2010 17:57:59 +0000 admin http://www.lisspropertygroup.com/blog/2010/10/tinto-tapas-to-share-and-savo/ Spain’s northern Basque region is an area fraught with political tension and a mysterious history. Though the Basques are incorporated into Spanish culture, their distinctive language and ancestry sets everything a little bit apart—and that goes for the food too. Philly’s beloved celebrity chef Jose Garces opened Tinto to capture the essence of the Basque country’s culinary heritage. Bearing some resemblance to general Spanish food, Tinto focuses on the surprising seafood and meat combinations (mussels and chorizo, cod and Serrano ham), deceptively simple rustic staples (marinated olives, Serrano ham-wrapped figs), and heartland produce-inspired platters (rice with mushrooms, asparagus, and lemon oil) that define the region. The extensive wine list and beautiful tapas-style presentation sets Tinto into a pricier bracket, but it’s worth the cost for a truly unique cultural and culinary experience.

Tinto
114 S 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 665-9150
www.tintorestaurant.com

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Amada
217 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 625-2450
www.amadarestaurant.com

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