Casa Chema cooks the "Best Fabada in the World"

From 2011 March 27th, Casa Chema's fabada holds the title of "Best Fabada in the World", given by the juror in the first International Contest of Fabada in Villaviciosa, Asturias. To the contest applied 15 of the best restaurants in this region, famous to be home of Fabada in Spain.

Fabada (rich stew of beans and pork)

Fabada (rich stew of beans and pork) is one of the ten most popular dishes in Spanish cooking, but in Asturias, where it comes from, it's nearly a religion. It's a strong meal, very suitable for winter time.

Hotel La Casa Vieja: inexpensive accommodation close to Oviedo

La Casa Vieja is a charming family hotel in the heart of Asturias and 10 min drive from Oviedo. The house dates from 1940 and has been completely renovated in 2004 by a friendly family of father and daughter. Accommodation is not luxury but charming, clean and neat cozy rooms, friendly staff and lovely green countryside surroundings.

Oviedo, Capital of Paradise

Oviedo, capital of the Principality of Asturias in North Spain, has many attractions, including the old town, the Gothic cathedral and the Campoamor theatre. It also has some of the most recognised samples of Asturian Pre-Romanesque art.