Ancestral.

Restaurant Ancestral in Illescas, Spain, offers a unique culinary experience under the guidance of young chef Víctor Infantes. By merging modern cuisine with ancestral cooking techniques, the restaurant features two dynamic tasting menus, Origen and Silvestre, that highlight the seasonal produce of La Mancha. Fire and smoke play crucial roles, infusing dishes like wild duck with smoked butter, grilled with wild mushroom duxelle and spicy fig compote. Traditional favorites, including “escabeche” and Las Pedroñeras garlic soup, get contemporary twists, while quality local ingredients shine through in dishes like textured D.O.P La Mancha onion. The restaurant's contemporary-industrial decor enhances the dining experience, making Ancestral a standout destination for innovative gastronomy.