Gastropasión begins with more than 50 gastronomic proposals full of tradition, innovation and flavor

From March 28 to April 6, Horeca Restaurantes Zaragoza proposes a perfect plan to enjoy Holy Week: a delicious 'gastrotour' with cod recipes, Lenten stews, French toast and special menus

Dishes full of tradition, innovation and flavor mark the new edition of Gastropasión 2026, which begins tomorrow with more than 50 proposals culinary establishments in the hospitality industry Zaragoza and province. Thus, until April 6, the Easter gastronomic events, organized by Horeca Restaurants Zaragoza, they will surprise us again with a delicious '‘gastrotour’'which includes cod recipes, Lenten stews, French toast and special menus inspired by the traditional cuisine of this time of year.

The president of Horeca Restaurantes Zaragoza, José María Lasheras, [Name of organizer] expresses gratitude for the participation of the numerous establishments that have once again joined this highly anticipated gastronomic showcase. “Thanks to the creativity, expertise, and talent of the professionals in the sector, we are confident that we will once again exceed expectations and that this new culinary event will be a resounding success.” It will be welcomed with open arms by residents and visitors alike.”He emphasizes. “Furthermore,” he adds, “initiatives of this type, which They are committed to Aragonese products, They are essential to continue strengthening our city and province as tourist destination and gastronomic landmark at the national level.”.

All the gastronomic proposals can be found on the official website of the event: www.gastropasion.com. Special menus are offered to fixed price and include a drink, Maintaining the philosophy of previous editions, the numerous dishes include: cod cannelloni with honey pil-pil sauce, croutons and pine nuts; Lenten stew with cod tripe, spinach and poached egg; and low-temperature cod with Fuentes de Ebro PDO onions.

Stews, cod and French toast

The route of Lenten stews It offers a wide and varied menu. Some of the hearty dishes include organic chickpea stew with cod tripe and slow-cooked kokotxa (cod cheeks); white beans from Biel with Ternasco de Aragón IGP (Protected Geographical Indication) tripe and sweet Fuentes de Ebro PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) onions; and chickpea stew with Jiloca saffron, spinach, and egg.

The recipes of cod They will also be very varied. Among them, you can enjoy cod au gratin with aioli on a bed of fried vegetables and crispy Teruel PDO ham; cod cheeks on tripe with sautéed porcini mushrooms and carbonara with Graus sausage and borage from the banks of the Ebro; fried cod loin on a traditional chilindrón sauce; and silky cod.
ajoarriero with Fuentes de Ebro PDO onion and dried tomato from Caspe.

And, to finish the tour, the French toast Dessert will once again be the star of the show, with new offerings such as caramelized brioche French toast with Miraflores honey and ice cream; country-style French toast with saffron syrup and vanilla ice cream; traditional French toast on a bed of custard with red berries; and traditional fried French toast with wood-fired bread from Biel and Calanda PDO peaches in red wine, among many other sweet options.

Commitment to gastronomic cultural heritage

Horeca Restaurantes Zaragoza also highlights that these events help keep alive many traditional Lenten recipes, which are part of the region's gastronomic heritage. "Gastropasión is committed to our region and its products, presenting a culinary offering that combines tradition and innovation, reviving flavors that are part of our history," Lasheras emphasizes.

The restaurant association These conferences are organized in collaboration with Coordinating Board of Brotherhoods of Holy Week in Zaragoza and the Zaragoza City Council - Zaragoza Tourism. It also has the support of the Government of Aragon, the Provincial Council of Zaragoza, Tourism of Aragon, 'Aragon, Sabor de Verdad', DO Campo de Borja, Cervezas Ambar, Coca-Cola, Repsol, CaixaBank, Cafés El Criollo, Melsa, Dr. Schär, Aragón Robotics, MAS Prevención, Grupo Usieto, Quatra, Heraldo de Aragón – Con Mucho Gusto, bonÀrea, Sillería Aragonesa, Aragón Territorio AOVE, IGP Ternasco de Aragón, AJ CASH, Daxia, TGT, Eco Advance and Makro.