After that, we had more than a fair share of dishes served in more substantial portion - even the 4 of us were having a hard time finishing everything. The grilled octopus must have been the most tender I have tried for a while and it's served with the delicious mojo picon and potato foam on top for the perfect Mediterranean flavor. Normally not a lamb person but I love the Manchego lamb shoulder - again, super tender and well-seasoned too, including the smashed potato sides (leftovers were turned into a kick-ass sandwich the next day, by the way)
The grilled turbot was so big that it filled the whole plate - I love the delicate texture of the fish and the spice rub smothered on top before being cooked on open fire. The paella was another crowd-pleaser - topped with four gigantic carabinero prawns, butterflied and grilled with the decadent tomalley kept inside. Plus the suckling pig too with the slightly crispy skin. Couldn't believe we still got room for desserts - two desserts to be exact. Everyone is doing burnt Basque cheesecake these days, and I like this version super soft inside with a well-burnt crust on top, but my favorite this time was the cava lemon sorbet, served in a hollowed and halved lemon with lemon espuma on top for the refreshing conclusion.
Of course, no tapas meal is ever complete without (plenty of) alcohol. This time, it's the Spanish Negroni, followed by the White Sangria (my fav this time!), plus red and white wines - must have missed a few in between that I lost track too. All went down well with the food and lightened my mood.
When? October 27 2020
Where? 22 Ships, 22 Ship Street, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Menu Highlights? Carabinero Paella with Salmorreta
Drink? 2018 Bodega Matsu El Recio Tinta de Toro
Web: www.22ships.hk
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