From quirky Catalan festivals to cheese tastings, March events are go
The UK’s biggest Spanish deli, an award-winning restaurant-bar, its owners’ unfailing dedication to the region’s best produce…Lunya is known for many things.
But did you know this little slice of Spain (located in the Grade II-listed Barton Arcade, off Deansgate) hosts some great events too?
From quirky veg festivals to top notch tastings, all offer the opportunity to immerse yourself in the cuisine and culture of España.
Fancy giving your spring some Spanish flavour? Here’s what’s coming up in March…
CALÇOTADA | Sunday 17 March | From midday
One of the most famous (and unusual) Catalonian festivals, Calçotada celebrates the seasonal arrival of the ‘calcot’; a Spanish vegetable best described as a cross between a spring onion and a baby leek. Calcots are traditionally charred over flames until soft and sweet on the inside, with a lovely smoky flavour, then wrapped in newspaper, dipped in Romesco sauce - almonds, roasted peppers, olive oil, sherry vinegar - and eaten with the hands. Then follows a selection of traditional dishes, and the pouring of cava from a great height using a porron (a traditional Catalan wine pitcher). Not only is it a unique and enjoyable way to spend an evening, Lunya’s festival menu looks delicioso…
Call 0161 413 3317 to book
CHEESE TASTING | Wednesday 27 March | 6.30-8.30pm
Lunya has one of the world’s best collections of Spanish cheeses, and this evening is your chance to try no less than twelve - accompanied by a three-wine flight and cheese-inspired cocktail . There’ll also be a talk how each style is made, producing an astonishing diversity across the country’s regions. Tickets cost just £30, and you’ll also nab 10% discount on any cheese purchased on the night.
Call 0161 413 3317 to book
And, for a Mediterranean-inspired Mother’s Day, Lunya has that covered too: both options even include a free surprise gift…
MOTHER’S DAY BUBBLY BREAKFAST | Sunday 31 March | 10-11.30am
Start the day with a very special five-course cooked breakfast that includes toast & preserves, a cooked breakfast, fruit juice, tea or coffee and a glass of Bucks Fizz. All for just £12.95
MOTHER’S DAY BANQUET | Sunday 31 March | From midday
Choose from either the regular Lunya a la carte menu or the special Mother’s Day tapas banquet (£29.95 for min 2 people sharing), which includes: a glass of Cava or Sangria on arrival for all mums; mixed olives; kikones Ibérico meat platter; Spanish cheese platter; Catalan tomato bread; tortilla; padrón peppers; calamari in beer batter; traditional meatballs; chicken in Romesco sauce; patatas bravas; and a sharing dessert platter of chocolate & churros, Santiago cake and Spanish nougat.
Children under twelve can tuck into their own menu for just £7.75; which includes a choice of tapas, chips or salad, ice cream and unlimited squash.
Call 0161 413 3317 to book
Find Lunya at Barton Arcade, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2BB and click here to book.
