Espetos, the Delicious Spanish Sardines of Malaga
If you’ve ever visited Malaga’s beaches in the summertime, you’ve no doubt smelled the unmistakable aroma of espetos, or Spanish sardines. While you may see espetos on menus all across Malaga you might not know exactly what they are. So let’s crack into it and talk all things Spanish sardines! What are espetos? Espetos are…
Impress Your Guests with These Spanish Patatas Bravas
Patatas bravas are one of the most famous tapas in Spain, readily available on almost every tapas bar menu. Surprisingly, these delicious potato bites are easy to prepare and make for the perfect dish for your next dinner party! To bring a little Spanish flair to your next event, try this recipe for patatas bravas…
5 Absolutely Delicious Spanish Sheep Cheeses to Try
Spanish sheep cheese is famous around the world for its unique taste and commitment to creating a quality product. Most sheep cheese comes from the central and southern regions of Spain, however the country prides itself on quality cheeses from all over the country. Radiating outwards from Madrid is La Meseta, a high, dry plateau…
Secrets and History Behind Traditional Jamón Ibérico, Part 3
To conclude our series on secrets of jamón ibérico, we are sharing some tips as to how to pick the best cuts of Spanish ham from the market. Additionally, we will give you some pointers on how to cut the perfect slice of ham from the leg. Is your mouth watering yet? Different varieties available…
How to Pick out the Best Spanish Olive Oil for Your Kitchen
Some of the best olive oil in the world hails from Spain, as it is the base of Spanish cooking and the Mediterranean diet. Picking out a quality olive oil might seem like a daunting task when you’re facing hundreds of bottles at the supermarket, but it doesn’t have to be! Once you know a…
Celebrating the Holidays in Spain: Cultural and Culinary Traditions
The holidays are here and there’s no better place to spend them than in Spain! This country takes their holiday season seriously, trying to fit as much as possible in between December 24th and January 6th. Let’s take a look at the holidays in Spain during the Christmas season, as well as the cultural and…
All About Spanish Tomato Bread and How to Best Enjoy it
Some of the best things in Spanish cuisine are the most simple, which is absolutely true when it comes to Spanish tomato bread. Pan con tomate, or pa amb tomàquet in Catalan, is something so easy to prepare but is an important staple in many meals. It’s a small thing that seems to tie many…
Picoteo Lover vs. Tapas Lover: Which is the Food Tour for Me?
What is picoteo? How is it different from our standard tapas tour? These are some questions that you might be asking yourself when you think about which Food Lover Tour food tour you want to join. In this post we are giving you the scoop on our Picoteo Lover and Tapas Lover food tours, so…
A Recipe for Spanish Omelette That is as Good as Abuela’s
Ask any Spaniard what their favorite foods are and chances are that Spanish omelette, or tortilla de patatas, will make the list. This simple, yet irresistible, dish is one of those comfort foods that everyone knows how to make, but no two tortillas are usually the same. Every Spaniard will claim that their mother or…
Secrets and History Behind Traditional Jamón Ibérico, Part 2
Following up on our first post about the secrets and history behind jamón ibérico, we are sharing more facts about this Spanish delicacy! Spanish ham dates back centuries, so this cured and salty treat has so much information behind it. While you can find jamón ibérico in many stores and shops, not all ham equal….