What happened when an American chef traveled to Spain and returned with a bunch of ham, a few adventures, and a lifetime of memories?

An idea, sparked by questions that he asked upon returning, came to life:
“Can I make Spanish food for everyone? Can I bring Paella to the People?”

He didn’t realize it at the time, but in those questions he began a slow stumble towards an answer—and he fell head-over-heels in love with Valencian Gold.

Valencian Gold is quite literally another name for paella, one of Spain’s greatest culinary gifts to the world. It is the colloquial nickname for the dish, S, which Valencians lovingly and fiercely refer to as their regional treasure.

Taking inspiration from that love and regional pride, Valencian Gold takes our inspiration from our favorite food traditions of Spain; from paella to tapas, from shared plates to grilled meats. Cooking in Spain is a lesson in the culture of flavor; of lives filled with food, and hearts overflowing with love. Spain is a culture of sharing whatever you are passionate about, and whatever you love to eat, so join us in sharing our passion for some of the best bites in Spain.