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Touring Benissa is a sensory journey that involves all the senses, especially taste. If you are vegetarian or need gluten-free options, in Benissa you can also enjoy the rich gastronomic heritage of the town, adapted so that everyone can savour its delicious traditional recipes.
In Benissa’s cuisine, rural tradition and the sea combine to offer you fresh and tasty dishes without the need for animal ingredients. Coca de mullador (ratatouille coca) and cocas de dacsa (corn pancakes) are perfect options for vegetarians, filled with fresh vegetables and local flavors. In addition, cocas farcidas, with their soft dough and their filling of peas or mullador (escalibada), offer a tasty and healthy alternative.
At Benissa, we have been able to integrate the richness of our garden into dishes that delight vegetarians as well as any lover of good food. Our local restaurants have incorporated traditional recipes into vegetarian versions, using fresh and seasonal ingredients. From salads with garden products to legume stews and roasted vegetables, here you can enjoy authentic Mediterranean flavours that reflect the essence of our land.
For those who must follow a gluten-free diet, Benissa is also a gastronomic destination that takes care of your needs. In many of our bakeries and restaurants, you’ll find safe and delicious options that don’t compromise on taste or quality. From gluten-free breads and sweets in our bakeries to adapted menus in local restaurants, you can enjoy the local cuisine without worries.
Benissa’s bakeries, true to their tradition, offer a variety of gluten-free sweets that allow you to enjoy local flavors in an inclusive way. Try sweet potato or almond pastissets, delicious rosegons (crunchy crusts with almonds) or almond cakes, all perfect options for those who follow a gluten-free diet, but want to savor the artisanal sweets of the region. In addition, you can delight in cascapells, small crunchy pancakes that replace bread at meals, ideal to accompany any dish.
In many of our restaurants, menus are also tailored to the needs of gluten-free diners, without sacrificing the essence of traditional Benissa dishes. The arròs al forn (baked rice) or the gazpacho of the area can be found in gluten-free versions, allowing you to enjoy the authentic local cuisine in a safe and delicious way.
Benissa prides itself on offering an accessible and quality culinary experience for all, ensuring that those following a gluten-free diet can enjoy its traditional products without compromise.
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