Does Spain Make the Best Steak in the World? Inside Spain’s Obsession With Steak

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🇮🇹 JOIN MY ITALY TOURS PUGLIA https://loliv.it/en/tour/puglia-tour-claudia-romeo-2026/ TUSCANY https://loliv.it/en/tour/tuscany-tour-claudia-romeo-2026/ From ancestral oxen to months-long aging in controlled chambers, this is a look at how some of Spain’s most prized beef is made. I visited Gesalaga Okelan in Zarautz, Basque Country, Spain, to understand why steak here is so different. 🗞️Join my newsletter https://newsletter.claudiaromeo.com/ 🗺️ Get a map of all my favorite food spots in Italy, London, and beyond https://www.dscvr.shop/claudiaromeo Visit https://okelan.es/ 00:00 Welcome to Zarautz, Basque Country 01:12 A closer look at ancestral oxen with Patxi 03:18 Why these animals are deeply linked to the Basque Country 06:12 Want to explore the Med my way? Exclusive trips to Italy in 2026 07:11 Why temperature and humidity are crucial for dry aging 08:50 Fat sweating at 1°C 10:05 What happens when meat isn’t dry-aged? Croquetas, of course 10:45 Why mold is dry aging’s worst enemy 11:52 An 8-month-aged ox weighing nearly 1,000 kg! 14:11 Why marbling isn’t always the key to great steak 16:05 How to tell an animal’s age by looking at the loin 17:05 Less manipulation, better dry aging 18:55 How to cook steak properly with Chef Iker (rare is best) 22:20 Why Iberian native cattle breeds almost went extinct 25:12 Curiosities about Erromin Farm, from 600 years ago This video is a food documentary part of my traditional food stories series. Subscribe to my channel if you love food and travel https://www.youtube.com/@claudia-romeo #spain #steak #dryaging #food #traditionalfood #cooking #foodvideo #foodie Let’s connect Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudiaromeo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@.claudiaromeo Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/claudia-romeo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cldromeo My Amazon recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/shop/claudiaromeo Buy me a ☕: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/claudiaromeo My Equipment - AF Panasonic LUMIX S5II https://amzn.to/3NvUeow Sony ZV-E10 https://amzn.to/3GJJr7f Osmo Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4jabeyb Rode Wireless GO II https://amzn.to/3GGo5ax Joby Telepod https://amzn.to/3jREKiL Joby Compact Tripod https://amzn.to/3ZaCvqN Contact [email protected] About me I’m a journalist and producer with over 9 years of experience covering traditional dishes, food culture, and culinary craftsmanship. Originally from Bari, Italy, and now in London, I’ve built my career exploring how food reflects the identity of people and places. You may know me from Business Insider’s Regional Eats, So Expensive, and Food Tours. Now, on my YouTube channel, I tell stories behind iconic foods, meet local artisans, and explore the link between land, culture, and cuisine. Copyright Notice All footage, interviews, and original content in this video are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced, redistributed, or used in any form without prior written permission. Unauthorized use, including but not limited to reuploads, edits, or incorporation into other works, may result in legal action. This channel is dedicated to self-funded independent journalism. For licensing inquiries, please contact: [email protected]