Tapas

Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part III: Pan con Tomate)

Our journey through the world of traditional tapas began with the mighty tomato and led us to the robust potato. We now find ourselves returning once again to Spain’s favorite bread-topping condiment – the almighty tomato. Pan con Tomate (aka Pa amb Tomàquet or Pan a la Catalana) is one …Full Story

Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part II: Tortilla Española)

Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part II: Tortilla Española)

In Part I (Gazpacho), we began our journey in the heat of the south of Spain but now head to one of the country’s northern-most regions, Bilbao (as rumor/tradition has …Full Story

Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part I: Gazpacho)

Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part I: Gazpacho)

Ask anyone, “What does Spain mean to you?” And they will quickly respond, “bullfighting, flamenco and tapas”. Spain’s overcoat is woven in tradition, and it is proud of that heritage …Full Story

¡Campeones del Mundo! Congratulations, España!

¡Campeones del Mundo! Congratulations, España!

For the past couple of days I could feel the tension and excitement mount as I and many around me prepared for Spain’s entry onto the World Cup Finals stage. …Full Story

¡Vamos España! The Semi-Final Celebration

¡Vamos España! The Semi-Final Celebration

I watched with the world today (well, at least ALL of Spain) as the final seconds of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Semi-Final game ticked away and Spain emerged victorious …Full Story

Creating Your Own Spanish Food & Wine Dinner

Creating Your Own Spanish Food & Wine Dinner

I recently enrolled in an advanced food and wine pairing course at a local university. The one-day course consisted of a full day of pairing food and wines – many …Full Story

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