text: I think it is fair to say that Spanish cuisine has not caught on in the UK in the way that say French or Italian has We are all au fait with authentic coq au vin and insist on our pasta being al dente but despite tv chefs throwing chorizo into every second dish how many of us really know what Spanish food is all about Tapas and sangria might be holiday staples but when looking for somewhere for dinner Spanish does not seem to be the first thing that springs to mind nnEl Quijote has changed all that and in doing so has leaped right to the top of my list of favourite placesnnIts small and cosy with a sort of rustic duecor that does not overdo it but still manages to feel welcoming and snug I am glad we booked ahead as it was full and they were turning people away The staff are friendly but not overbearing and the menu is just extensive enough to require some tough decisions but not to leave you languishing in the slough of menu despond nnAnd the food of course Man That was some of the best grilled meat I have had in ages We started with some simple tapas the obligatory chorizo and manchego and some piquant grilled peppers to go with the complimentary bread and olive oil Then onto the main courses My grilled Iberian pork was incredible see photo Tender and pink on the inside with that nice grilled outside little bits of crisp and crunch just heavenly And the simple accompaniment of potatoes and salad was all that was needed nnI did not particularly like the wine I chose so I made up for it by finishing the meal with some unctuously rich sherry from their short sherry menu Much better than having pudding The next day I was dreaming of that grilled pork and we will be back soon to try the rest of the menu