In Spain one of the most popular foods is Spanish ham. It´s used for celebrations, weddings and birthday dinners. Yet it is also a day to day ingredient in soups, stew and other recipes. Sometimes it seems to be in
Spanish & Mediterranean Food
For the past seven years, Hospes Palacio de los Patos in Granada have hosted the Rice Days. This annual gastronomic event coincides with the arrival of spring and celebrates traditional Spanish Rice dishes. It is a real treat, it almost
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 blown away by the food there. My reason for travel was TBM Tenerife. A conference for
Europe has lots of delicious cuisine to discover. Yet which classic European dishes are ones worth trying. Each country with its own unique style and influence. We know that France is famous for cheese and wines, Germany for its sausages,
Did you know sugar cane is grown on the Costa Tropical? Once the heart of the Spanish Rum industry. These fields around Motril and Salobreña have an interesting history. With an ideal climate for cultivating sugar cane, the Granada coastline
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
Olive Oil – The Facts Olive Oil is referred to as a Super Food. Packed with antioxidants and health benefits it has always been importance in the Mediterranean diet. Olive Oil has been part of bathing and religious rites over
In October I spent a weekend in Salamanca, known for its Plaza Mayor, University and stunning city centre. As always the Restaurants in Salamanca where a destination for me. Food in this part of Spain is well known for its
With more emphasis on eating healthy and boosting our immune system. Superfoods are constantly in the media. Each month it seems that we discover a new superfood. Recent Food Trends for Goji berries, avocadoes and kale. This superfood list takes
Food Trends 2021 As we enter Autumn 2020, I take a look a emerging Food trends 2021. COVID has had an impact on the way we source our food and eating out. With restaurants increasing take away services and home
