4 reasons not to miss the series 'La cocinera de Castamar'

On Thursday of last week, the series La cocinera de Castamar, which was already being broadcast on Atrespremium, premiered openly on Antena 3. A period series set in the 18th century and starring actors such as Michelle Jenner, Roberto Enríquez and Hugo Silva.If you like period series, do not miss these 4 reasons to watch this Spanish series that is conquering the hearts of viewers . Castamar’s cook 1. The adaptation of a good novel Castamar’s cook is the adaptation of the homonymous novel by Fernando J. Múñez published in 2019. A novel set in 18th century Madrid in which the luxurious life of the nobles is revealed and also how , under what conditions and where their servants work. A difference that is reminiscent of that “up and down” that we have seen in films such as Stephen Frears’ Dangerous Friendships or in mythical series such as the well-known Downton Abbey. In order for the nobles to continue their lives of luxury and fun, many servants have to work hard in other quarters. 2. The series stars the actress Michelle Jener who plays the cook Clara Belmonte and Roberto Enríquez as Diego, the Duke of Castamar. In the cast we also find well-known actors such as Paula Usero (Elisa), Hugo Silva (Enrique), Anna Cortés (Rosalía) or María Hervás (Amelia), among many others. An impossible love story The Duke of Castamar is one of the most respected nobles of the court and has the blind trust of King Felipe V. The problem is that the tragic death of his wife causes him a state of despondency that makes him abandon his obligations in court. In addition, by not having any descendants to remarry to be able to enjoy an heir.Clara Belmonte is a woman from a good family who has fallen from grace due to a family tragedy and suffers from agoraphobia. Clara’s life changes when she is offered a job in Castamar and she gets a job as a cook in the mansion, one of her great passions. Clara Belmonte and the Duke of Castamar meet after a painful past and fall madly in love. A passion that few will understand because of the great difference between the two. A good setting The story of La cocinera de Castamar is set in the eighteenth century and not only surprises by the number of characters and plots, but also by its sets and the costumes of the characters. One of his strengths is that he has worked to reflect life at that time down to the last detail. This more than remarkable setting makes us move every Thursday on Antena 3 to the lounges and bedrooms of the Duke of Castamar’s mansion.