Jaen Province – A Secret Foodie Destination in Andalusia – Piccavey piccavey.com

Jaen Province is considered the Spanish Capital of Olive Oil. This corner of Andalusia has many other local products to offer.

Jaen Province is not usually the first stop for International travellers visiting Andalusia. Yet the food scene in this corner of Southern Spain should not be overlooked. Not only is it the World Capital of Olive Oil Production. It also has lots more local produce that local enjoy and also export to other countries.

Before we start, Did you know that the city of Jaen actually has two Michelin Star Restaurants. Bagá headed up by Chef Pedro Sanchez and Dama Juana by Juan Aceituno. Each restaurant has one Michelin star and both have long waiting lists to get a table. If you want to eat there, book well in advance as they are popular restaurants.