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But it is also a hotel which we call La Casa; it is an Eatery in Torre de Sande; and now we have added a Casa Palacio: Paredes Saavedra. It is a journey that has lasted for more than thirty years in which past, present and future are woven together, beating in the historic center of the city of Cáceres, among stones, silence and culture. It is a commitment to the conservation and development of the environment based on the pleasure of receiving all those who visit us.

The Torre de Sande provides an atmosphere almost as delicate as its dining and drinks, as its rooms and outdoors are suffused with antique furniture and luxurious gardens. The Wine Palace is a good place for tapas and alcohol, and along Doctor Fleming Street and the Paseo de Canovas is the La Madrila area, which is well-reputed for its nightlife scene. La Madrila is bouncing into the wee hours at places like Saqqara, Ivanhoe, and Latino.

So when the couple announced that they were taking over Torre de Sande, the middling casual restaurant next door, and opening an informal Extremaduran asador (grill restaurant) in its place, locals jumped for joy. The space, which opened this month, is absolutely stunning. Torre de Sande is named for the 14th-century tower it occupies, so you can imagine the bones: stone pillars, vaulted ceilings, rough-hewn stone walls.

There is the Parador de Cáceres, newly reopened after a protracted restoration programme, and a clutch of restaurants, including the Torre de Sande (a Cáceres classic, wonderful for a summer dinner in its walled garden). And then there's the Atrio Restaurante Hotel, sitting pretty on the Plaza de San Mateo, where a fabulous corner suite overlooking the square was to be my base camp.

One of the most surprising and well-hidden finds in Cáceres was Atrio, a three-Michelin-star restaurant, and its sister restaurant, Torre de Sande Eatery. Tapas (small plates) are famous in Spain, but dining happens very late by American standards. Extremadura’s highlights include Iberico ham from pigs that feast on sweet acorns and fabulous cheeses, especially Torta del Casar.

Situated in the heart of the old town, Torre de Sande is a cozy and well-maintained place where harmony and simplicity go hand in hand. Its gastronomic offerings are based on recovering traditional stews, simple bites, and regional products. Its charming terrace invites you to enjoy it with family or friends, where you will always find a reason to celebrate.

Finally, in Torre de Sande we find an idyllic place to enjoy the old part of Cáceres and good gastronomy. Knowing that this business belongs to Toño Pérez and José Polo, the latter is more than assured. But, in addition, it has a patio with abundant vegetation and a fountain with running water, where eating will be one of the best experiences on Monday.

For those with a desire for exceptional cuisine at slightly more affordable prices, the owners of Atrio opened Torre de Sande nearby in the Plaza de San Mateo. Although the owners describe it as having a more “casual concept,” it’s still a high-concept restaurant for foodies in a gorgeous restaurant, whether dining inside or outside.

One of the latest hip destinations in the old quarter is La Cacharreria, (below), hidden in the backstreets (calle Orellana 1) behind the Torre de los Sande. Pure camp baroque, it’s decor mixes Virgin Mary statues with chandeliers, framed butterflies and sharp modern furniture; every object and picture is for sale.

The restaurants Torre de Sande and Javier Martín in Cáceres and Marchivirito and Galaxia in Badajoz have also been awarded with one Sol. Then there is the recognition for Cáceres as Spanish Gastronomic Capital in 2015 and Mérida as Ibero-American Capital of Gastronomic Culture in 2016.

The views are the key selling point at this restaurant (it’s set in a 15th-century palace in Plaza de San Mateo, the town’s highest point). To get the full panorama, you’ll want to dine in Torre de Sande’s lovely terraced garden, if weather permits. As for the food, it’s more Spanish…

Time for a relaxing lunch at the Restaurante Torre de Sande. Make sure to book in advance and ask to be seated in the central open-air courtyard if the weather is nice. With its green foliage, flowing fountain, and views of the ivy-strewn Torre de Sande, you will feel royalty.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Restaurante Torre de Sande, a historic restaurant with a charming courtyard. Then, delve into the city's heritage with the Caceres Highlights, History and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour. Explore the cultural diversity of Cáceres.

Torre de Sande (Condes, 3): Although people normally come here for the tapas, it is worth sitting down and taking your time to sample some of the tasty traditional meals on the menu, including, for example, the delicious Iberian ham.

Este un restaurante se sitúa en un emblemático e histórico edificio de la Parte Antigua de Cáceres. En la casa fuerte de los Sande, su portada, aún está timbrada con los escudos heráldicos de D. Juan de Sande y su esposa Dña.

Torre de Sande (Calle de Condes 3) has large round tables, a courtyard lorded by the resident peacock, and Extremadurian classics. Start the meal with a plentiful cheese plate and skip the overblown desserts.