Ourense punches above its weight for food and drink. The streets around Rúa do Cardeal and the lanes off Praza Maior are packed with traditional tapas bars where a drink comes with a free pincho. Ribeiro — the crisp, slightly fizzy white wine of the Ourense hinterland — is the drink of choice, traditionally served in ceramic bowls. It pairs well with pulpo á feira (octopus with paprika) and empanada de bacallau (salt-cod pie), both local staples.