The Valdeolmos-Alalpardo City Council awards the Cofradía del Cocido Madrileño for its dedication and commitment
The Cofradía Gastronómica del Cocido Madrileño (Madrid boiled dinner brotherhood) was one of the institutions honored by the Alalpardo City Council as part of the 9th Vicente del Bosque Villa de Alalpardo Cadet Football Tournament. This annual recognition honors individuals and organizations for their outstanding support of sport and the values it represents.
In this ninth edition of the prestigious tournament, the city council saw fit to recognize and reward the dedication and commitment of the Cofradía Gastronómica del Cocido Madrileño (Gastronomic Brotherhood of Madrid Stew). While its main activity focuses on promoting and preserving the rich culinary tradition of Madrid stew, the City Council has valued its contribution to promoting the values of effort, camaraderie, and healthy coexistence, principles intrinsic to both the sport and the gastronomic culture that the Brotherhood represents. The ceremony was attended on behalf of the Brotherhood by the senior brother Nacho Sandoval, Luis Pacheco, and Javier Salvador, from Asador El Toril.
The award ceremony took place last Friday, April 11, at the Casa de Cultura in Alalpardo. The event was attended by prominent figures such as Vicente del Bosque, renowned football coach and emblematic figure of Spanish sport, José Luís Martínez Almeida, Mayor of Madrid, and Miguel Ángel Medranda, Mayor of Valdeolmos-Alalpardo. The event was presented by Roberto Gómez, renowned sports journalist.
In the words of senior member Nacho Sandoval, "This recognition is a source of great pride for the Gastronomic Brotherhood of Madrid Stew, and we deeply thank the Valdeolmos-Alalpardo City Council for this distinction. It is an award that reaffirms our commitment to promoting the traditions and values that enrich the Madrid community, building bridges between gastronomy and other areas such as football and sports that foster well-being and social cohesion."
Among other individuals and institutions honored are:
Juan Carlos Unzué, footballer and coach.
Jesús Navas, footballer for Sevilla F.C. European and World Champion.
Mr. José Luís Martínez Almeida, Mayor of Madrid.
Mr. Alejandro Blanco, President of the Spanish Olympic Committee.
Mr. José Manuel Rodríguez Uribes, President of the Higher Council of Sports.
Mr. Alberto Tomé González, Director General of Sports for the Community of Madrid.
Mr. Luis de La Fuente, National Football Coach.
Mr. Santi Denia, National Under-21 and Olympic Football Coach.
Mr. Matías Prats Luque, Journalist and presenter for Antena 3.
Mr. Alberto Jofre Bernardo, Managing Director of the Spanish Paralympic Committee.
Mr. Enrique Cerezo, President of Club Atlético de Madrid.
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid, Club Centenary.
Getafe Football Club, 20th Anniversary in the First Division.