đȘđž Bilbao shop visit |Lume
đŽ Lume, Bilbao: A New Spot for Pulpo Lovers (From the Team Behind Pulperia Gon Vaz) Freshly opened and already a hitâLume is the second venture from Pulperia Gon Vaz, and itâs a must for anyone who loves good food (especially octopus). Step inside, and the decor catches your eyeâunique, modern, and inviting. The chef even comes out to chat, offering personalized recommendationsâalways a nice touch. đŠ The Stars of the Menu: Octopus That Won Over a Skeptic Iâm not usually an octopus fan, but Lume changed my mind. Their pulpo dishes are stunningâtender, flavorful, and paired with sauces that elevate every bite. Antxoas de Santoña sobre lĂĄmina crujiente de pan: Santoña anchovies on crispy breadâsalty, briny, and perfectly balanced. Pata de pulpo en panko sobre crema de pulpo: Panko-crusted octopus leg over a creamy octopus purĂ©eâcrunchy, rich, and utterly addictive. Mini txipis fritos con su tinta: Tiny fried squid with squid inkâcrispy, savory, and a fun, messy treat. ChuletĂłn: Forgot which cut I ordered, but no matterâit was fantastic. A great option for steak lovers in the city center. Sides: Crispy fries, green peppers, and a simple lettuce-and-onion saladâfresh, straightforward, and perfect for rounding out the meal. đ° Desserts: Sweet, Sweet Overload (With One Exception) Foreign desserts tend to err on the side of âtoo sweet,â and Lume is no differentâthough thereâs a standout: Tarta de queso cremosa al horno con dulce de leche: Creamy baked cheesecake with dulce de leche. Rich, but surprisingly the least sweet of the trioâdefinitely the pick. Torrija de pan de leche caramelizada con helado: Caramelized milk bread torrija with ice creamâsweet, buttery, and indulgent. Brownie de chocolate con chocolate caliente: Warm chocolate brownie with hot chocolateâdecadent, but very sweet. đ Why Itâs Worth a Visit Lume nails the balance of creativity and flavor. Whether youâre here for the octopus, the steak, or just to try something new, it delivers. Plus, with that personal touch from the chef and a cool vibe, itâs already earned a spot on my âreturn soonâ list. đ Address: ColĂłn de Larreategui 14, 48001 Bilbao #BilbaoEats #NewRestaurantAlert #OctopusLovers #SteakDinner #SpanishFood