Spanish chef José Pizarro, a prominent figure in London's culinary scene for 26 years, celebrates the communal spirit of tapas cuisine. His journey from prestigious Spanish kitchens to opening notable restaurants in London, such as Jose and Lolo, highlights the evolution and acceptance of Spanish food within the diverse London dining landscape. Pizarro reflects on how the transformation of the London food scene mirrors the growing appreciation for tapas, marking it as a pivotal moment in his career and in British culinary diversity.
In my restaurant, Jose, and my new restaurant, Lolo, I see people smiling and chatting over their food, even with strangers at nearby tables.
I've seen a huge change in Spanish food over the time I've lived in England, and I've seen the diversity of the London dining scene change beyond recognition.
There's something wonderfully informal about it, and it makes people chat. It brings people together.
The quality and the choice of dining in London are unlike anywhere in the world. It's been wonderful seeing tapas become a part of that.
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