Contest Rules
Once again, Salón Gourmets hosted the tapas competition featuring products from La Rioja. Grupo Gourmets and the Government of La Rioja organize this contest, which showcases the region's products. The #productoriojano campaign introduces the public to the “La Rioja way” of doing things, and what better way than with a tapas competition at Salón Gourmets.
Eight participants had 30 minutes to prepare their creations, using at least one ingredient from agrifood quality figures for La Rioja (PDO Peras de Rincón de Soto pears, PDO Queso Camerano cheese, PDO Aceite de La Rioja olive oil, PDO Nuez de Pedroso walnuts, PDO Anguiano Beans, PGI Riojan Chorizo, PGI Riojan Peppers, and PGI Calahorra Cauliflower) and Organic Agricultural Production in La Rioja.
The jury, made up of professionals from the sector, evaluated, among other aspects, the quantity of ingredients from La Rioja used in the preparation, the technique, the originality, and, of course, the flavor.
The winner received a prize of €1,500, the runner-up €700, and third place €500. A special prize was also awarded for the pincho that best paired with DOCa Rioja wines produced in the Autonomous Community. The winner of this category received €500.
Winners:
Judges:
Selected contestants: