Why Paella La Flamenca?
It’s a tribute to my mother’s beautiful paella and the painting she created in 1977, proudly displayed in our family’s Spanish restaurant and later at home. Additionally, as a former Flamenco Dancer, I’m deeply passionate about the folklore of this region.
My journey started when I landed in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in 2015, accompanying my ailing mother. Beginning as a chef cooking in people’s homes, I eventually hosted Paella Sundays at one of the city’s most renowned restaurants-The Tallest Poppy. Vancouver became my final stop, where I continued my culinary venture from 2016 to 2020.
We all know what transpired after that…
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My Uncle Jose continued to operate and own many more restaurants throughout the years. I followed him and my three years working at his restaurant "Marisqueria Miro" in San Juan, Puerto Rico, were amazing! MIRO was an Award Winning restaurant in San Juan and loved by many who visited the island.
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"La Flamenca" 1977
Mercedes Lavilla Artist
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