A Slice of Northern Spain Lands on the Thames This Galicia Day

As one of London’s best-loved Spanish restaurants, Brindisa Tapas has long championed the country’s regional food, wine and traditions. This July, it’s shining a spotlight on Galicia with a one-day riverside fiesta celebrating the region’s national day.

On Saturday 25th July, Brindisa Tapas Richmond is transforming its riverside terrace into a proper Galician celebration – the kind with live music, exceptional food and flowing beer. Marking National Galicia Day, the annual festival honouring the region’s culture, history and exceptional produce, the one-day takeover will bring the spirit of northern Spain to the banks of the Thames.

Leading the festivities is an Estrella Galicia pop-up bar, pouring crisp, refreshing beer all day long. They’ll also be handing over the tap with guests bold enough to pour their own standing to win branded prizes and free beers.

Meanwhile, the kitchen is bringing the real showstoppers outside. Whole Galician octopus, hand-caught and unmistakably the main event, gets cooked tableside and served over Koffmann’s potatoes with smoked paprika and a generous glug of Núñez de Prado extra virgin olive oil. 

For those wanting something heartier, the Txuleta Rubia Gallega, a Galician blonde ex-dairy cow sirloin, aged and fired to order, arrives with charred Padrón peppers and chimichurri, built for sharing (or not).

No fiesta is complete without music, and throughout the day a traditional acoustic guitarist will fill the venue with the sounds of Spain. 

Celebrated every year on 25th July, Galicia Day honours the region’s rich culture, traditions and world-class produce. At Brindisa Tapas, where Spain’s regional cuisines have always been at the heart of the menu, there’s no better excuse to celebrate with fantastic food, flowing beer and a proper fiesta.

Grab a seat by the water, raise a self-poured pint, and celebrate Galicia properly.