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Un escocés que vive en Madrid decide probar el melón con jamón y este es su ver…
Lucas estaba alucinado ante tal combinación de sabores
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Scottish Expat Discovers Surprising Delight in Spanish Melon and Jamón Pairing
Madrid, Spain – A Scottish expatriate living in Madrid recently shared his culinary adventure, documenting his first experience with the traditional Spanish dish of melon and jamón. Lucas J, known for his vlogs about life in Spain, purchased the ingredients and prepared the simple, yet often debated, combination. Initially, Lucas expressed skepticism about the pairing of sweet melon with salty cured ham. "I've never tried it before, but I've got to be honest, the combination sounds a little bit weird," he stated in his video. However, upon tasting the dish, his doubts quickly turned to delight. "You know what? It's actually good!" he exclaimed, visibly surprised by the harmonious blend of flavors. Lucas highlighted the refreshing quality of the melon combined with the savory saltiness of the jamón, concluding that the dish is "a great combination." He encouraged other foreigners in Madrid to try it, describing it as "delicious," while also noting that jamón is "not cheap." His video has sparked discussion among viewers, with some Spanish commenters confirming the dish's popularity and others admitting they have never tried it themselves, or prefer the ingredients separately. The video offers a lighthearted glimpse into cultural culinary exploration.
