Feeling privileged to have been born and to live in this land, Jorge leads the kitchen from the perspective of innovation combined with tradition. The spaces where gastronomic experiences are created contribute to a unique environment, which, along with the raw materials provided by the Extremadura region and the techniques used to bring them to the plate, make the cuisine of the Hospes Palacio de Arenales Hotel a reference point in the area.
A promoter of his land and its products, Jorge has an inquisitive mind that seeks to explore traditional recipes and how to connect them with modern cuisine. He is always eager to discover new artisanal products made by local producers that he can incorporate into his culinary offerings.
Jorge believes that although it is said that “everything has been invented” in the kitchen, one should never lose the enthusiasm to try, create, and discover in order to craft dishes that diners can connect with, evoke memories of past experiences, or uncover new ones.
The menu at Restaurante Las Corchuelas, as well as the rest of the culinary offerings at the Hospes Palacio de Arenales Hotel, is dominated by the tradition of Extremadura’s products: quality meats, “morcilla patatera” (a type of blood sausage), wonderful unique cheeses from the region, and more. All of these are carefully prepared to present a welcoming menu, with cooking techniques adapted to preserve all the properties and flavors of the ingredients, while also promoting healthy cuisine.
