The town is a medieval treasure town. It looks like you are catapulted into the Medieval Ages, especially in the time of their” Feria de todos los Santos” 29 October until 01 Novembre.
The cuisine is Spanish mountain food. The Spanish food is influence by the region.
But also by climate and geography. Indeed that is important for the cooking methods and the ingredients.
As Spain has a history of invasions, there are also influence of the way of cooking and the new ingredients.
In Cocentaina at the Fiesta de Todos Santos the stalls are filled with all sort of handcrafts and little treasures. Medieval looking jewelry, spices and herbs. Of course also essential oils and incense.