If you’re a solo traveler, you know that exploring a new city can be both exciting and daunting. You want to experience everything the city has to offer, but you also want to make sure you’re safe and not getting lost. That’s where our Tapas and Wine: Small Group Literary Quarter Tasting Tour comes in […]
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16 Typical Foods from Valencia No Trip Would Be Complete Without
Posted on February 5, 2021
Typical foods from Valencia include everything from mouthwatering seafood to delicious desserts. As the third-largest city in Spain, Valencia attracts millions of tourists every year. Its sunny Mediterranean climate and prime beach location on Spain’s eastern coast make it an ideal vacation hotspot. However, exploring the local gastronomy is a must while you’re there. Don’t […]
7 Most Popular Tapas in Barcelona: Bombas, Bravas, Buñuelos & More
Posted on October 28, 2020
If you come to Barcelona craving tapas, you’re not alone. Tapas are a way of life here in Spain, and have gained popularity abroad for good reason. Though often considered to be small plates, doing tapas in Spain is less about the food itself and more about the social experience of sharing it with others. […]
8 Best Tapas Bars in Malaga for Seafood, Veggies, & More
Posted on October 21, 2020
Let’s be honest: tapas bars are a dime a dozen in Malaga, but not all of them are created equal. Malaga’s status as a summer hotspot means that it’s just as easy to stumble into a tourist trap as it is to find an authentic local gem. That’s where we come in. Our guide to […]
The Paella Spots in Seville that Locals Love
Posted on October 14, 2020
If there’s one food many visitors to Spain immediately seek out, it’s paella. However, the iconic rice-based dish isn’t as common throughout the peninsula as many tourists seem to think. In fact, it’s more of a regional specialty that hails from the city of Valencia on Spain’s east coast. Outside of Valencia, many restaurants hawking […]
Easy Russian Salad Recipe: A Tapas Bar Classic at Home
Posted on September 30, 2020
This Russian salad recipe may not originally be Spanish, but no tapas bar menu would be complete without it. There are a few standby items that you can almost always count on when ordering at a tapas bar. Usually they’re things like croquettes, tortilla de patatas, and ensaladilla rusa. That’s right—while not originally native to […]
9 Best Tapas in Granada (& Where to Find Them!)
Posted on September 23, 2020
When it comes to tapas, Granada offers one of the best scenes in Spain. Almost always served free with your drink and often much more generously sized than in other parts of the country, these delightful bites allow you to sample a variety of Spanish flavors without hurting your wallet. In other words, it’s the […]
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The Best Spanish Cookbooks To Have At Home
Posted on September 9, 2020
Love Spanish food, but feel a bit overwhelmed when trying to make it at home? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve compiled a list of the best Spanish cookbooks to use if you want to get cooking at home. Whether you already consider yourself something of an aspiring chef or you just want to switch […]
Easy Huevos a la Flamenca Recipe
Posted on September 3, 2020
This blog post was originally posted on July 11 2015, and was updated on September 29, 2022. Huevos a la flamenca, or “flamenco-style eggs” are an Andalusian classic. This is the perfect dish for spring and summer, and a great way to enjoy the seasonal vegetables from Seville’s food markets. Traditionally, huevos a la flamenca are […]
Espinacas con Garbanzos Recipe (Spinach and Chickpeas Stew)
Posted on June 1, 2020
A tapa of espinacas con garbanzos tells you everything you need to know about Seville. This is one of the most typical dishes in the sunny Andalusian capital, loved and devoured by locals. But why? It’s a surprisingly simple recipe; mostly spinach and chickpeas (garbanzo beans) spiced with cumin. But despite its simplicity, this tapa […]
