EXPLANATORY AUDIOVISUAL
We offer a tour through 8 audiovisual rooms in which you will learn the basics of a world renowned gastronomic product.
For 20 minutes, to surprise our visitor with a magical description, we combine four elements : video, audio , special lighting and some surprise that we keep secret…
1 - Introduction
In this virtual room will see a large model of a pasture with grazing herds of pigs accompanied by a mayoral. A usefull introduction for those who have never seen it before, it will help them understand the extent and diversity of Mediterranean forests which are extremely important for the production of Iberian Jamón. 3D Technology.
2 - Iberian Jamón
In the first room we will place jamón in your dining environment, referencing it with food of equal quality and prestige worldwide. Also give some information about the different methods of preservation that humans used over the years.
3 - The Iberian pig
Before entering the production process of Iberian Jamón, in this room give four basic notions about the different breeds of pigs that exist and what kind of alimentation they have over their lives.
4 - The montanera
It’s time to enjoy a pasture, observing our main subject, the Iberian pig, as it’s eating acorns during the montanera period, which later will give the meat those unique qualities.
5 - Drying
The first step during the “cooking” process of iberian Jamón is when it’s salted. We show the transformation of a pork leg into properly Jamón and you can see how Jamón is salted in the Iberian Peninsula since inmemorial times.
6 - The drying or stoving
In this room you will see how Jamón changes during the first 9 months after they have been salted. In this period the salt is evenly distributed over the ham and the heat of summer begins to generate those white betas where that tasty fat is concentrated.
7 - The Cellar
We’re getting close to the end of the process. During the next 36 months Iberian Jamón requires tranquility and gloom. Here it will rest quietly while ripening until it turns into the gastronomic treasure it is.
8 - Designations of Origin
The last room is to explain the different designations of origin which Jamón has and what are its distinguishing features . You will also be given some notions on conservation and carving.
Available with audioguide in 8 languages (included in price)
Length: 20 min.
Designed in collaboration with Varis Arquitectes. www.varisarquitectes.cat