Cebu Spanish Seconds at Ipar’s

Ipar’s Restaurante Y Bar De Tapas Before the main Sinulog Festival, I promised that I’d take my friends around my favorite Cebu restaurants, and at the top of his list was a revisit to Ipar’s for some tapas and some Paella. The last time I was with Sea Princess Tessa, they absolutely loved Ipar and his Spanish fare. So I made arrangements with Ipar himself to make us a special menu so Cay could sample his specialties during their visit. I ordered a Calimocho, which is a refreshing mix of red wine and cola. Much like a Sangria, but sweeter. This is a great drink to start the tapas experience with. Croquetas de Pollo Creamy and fluffy on the inside with bits of chicken. Homemade Spanish Chorizo Ipar makes his own chorizo, that goes well with bread or paella. Calamares The squid is lightly breaded and fried, maintaining the soft texture of the calamares. A dribble of lemon juice brightens up the bite. Pulpo in Vinagreta Octopus served with a pepper vinaigrette. LOVE! Scallops with Jamon Serrano A new dish that Ipar suggested. The small scallops packed a punch with the toppings plus the crispy Jamon Serrano. I want more of this on (...)

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