Lately it seems that Spanish food is just Paella or Tapas. That is really not it. Spain has a long traditional of seasonality and regional cuisine. So the combination of the two makes an infinite variety of dishes and recipes. The Spanish only eat what is typical that season in that location. There is a clear difference between what restaurants serve in Summertime and wintertime. You can´t get gazpacho in December nor can you get an Estofado stew in August.
Spanish tapas, raciones, montaditos and pinchos are often confused however they are not the same. Andalusia is really the home of Spanish tapas. The North is home to Pintxos and the best seafood too. The centre of Spain is famous for its roast meat dishes, locations such as Toledo, Valladolid or Zamora. Typical Catalan dishes are Calçots with romanesco sauce and crema catalana. Biscuits called carquiñolis are also served with a sweet dessert wine in this region too.
Valencia and Levante are home of the Paella. As the region has it´s own rice fields around the Ebro river delta the locals would use this to create rice dishes with seafood, fish, rabbit, snails, vegetables and whatever they had to hand.
Spanish Churros On the 7th Series of the Great British Bake Off (Series 7 Ep.4) the showstopper challenge was Spanish Churros. I noticed quite a few blips when they talked about Churros throughout the programme. The trend for churros in the UK even hit the supermarkets. …
Does it happen to you? Mealtimes get repetitive and boring for me at times. Getting stuck into a routine where we serve the same meals over again. Hear the same grumbles from our family members or be a little disheartened with the food we have on …
For the past years, Hospes Palacio de los Patos in Granada have hosted the Annual Rice Days. This gastronomic event coincides with the arrival of spring and celebrates traditional Spanish Rice dishes. It is a real treat, it almost feels as though the Costa Blanca region …
Autumn in Granada is a strange season. Temperatures fluctuate dramatically from mid 30ºC to a maximum of 15ºC in November. Seasonal food comes into season like Persimmon, pomegranates and of course wild mushrooms. Local Autumn dishes appear on Andalusian kitchen tables and in the best local …
Food Trends 2023 As head closer to the end of the year, I take a look a emerging Food trends 2023. COVID and other world events have had major impacts on the way we source our food and our patterns when eating out. With restaurants increasing …
Cooking is an essential life skill that can help you save money and eat healthier. However, many people don’t know how to cook or are afraid to try new dishes. If you want to improve your cooking skills and cook more unique dishes, follow these simple …
Photo via Valentin Efimov on Unsplash It’s not a secret that Georgian wine brands are popular all over the world. Given the fame of the famous Alazani Valley reaches the furthest places in the world. Today, Georgian wine is in demand across Europe, Asia and America. …
Proper nutrition is a must for college and university students. Why not try cuisine from other countries to vary your diet? Rather than an idea for tricky meals that take hours to prepare, especially if you do not possess solid cooking skills. These Student Friendly Spanish …
I didn´t expect Tenerife food to be so different than the dishes we eat in Mainland Spain. Visiting Santa Cruz de Tenerife I was amazed by the food there. I have visited the Island several times now and the food never disappoints. On a previous trip …
Walking and sightseeing in Granada is hungry work. Don´t miss out on great food while you are in the city. Finding Restaurants in Granada can be tricky in the main tourist areas. City centre streets are packed with bars and eateries, which can quite an overwhelming choice …