Scroll to choose your favourite version of this iconic dish
Scroll to choose your favourite version of this iconic dish
Do you smell this? It’s now time to set your kitchen and do the magic…
Do you smell this? It’s now time to set your kitchen and do the magic…
Spanish flavours
A stroll through the streets of any town in Spain is perfumed by the aromas of garlic, saffron, and paprika. These three essential ingredients form the basis of so many famed Spanish dishes and point to what this cuisine is all about – bold, bright flavour and rich, vibrant colour. Much like the Greeks, olive oil is everything to the Spanish and no dish can be cooked without it.Spain is the largest producer of olive oil in the world. Spanish food is all about sharing and plenty of small bites to have with glasses of local wine and icy-cold sangria. […]
History & influences
The first recorded Spanish recipes date back to the fourteenth century, where food was greatly influenced by the Moors, Arabs, Sephardic Jews, French and Italians. As a gateway between Africa, Europe, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, Spain has been fought over throughout history. Between the Greeks, Celts, Romans and Moors, Spain has been occupied under many differing reigns. However, the benefits are the abundance of produce these cultures brought to this corner of Europe. Olives, olive oil, and wine are said to have been introduced by the Romans and Greeks, whilst meat, fish and pies were seen as delicacies by the Celts, and the use of honey, almonds, citrus fruits and spices such as cumin and saffron were brought in by Moorish influence. […]
What is Spanish cuisine?
A stroll through the streets of any town in Spain is perfumed by the aromas of garlic, saffron, and paprika. These three essential ingredients form the basis of so many famed Spanish dishes and point to what this cuisine is all about – bold, bright flavour and rich, vibrant colour. Much like the Greeks, olive oil is everything to the Spanish and no dish can be cooked without it.Spain is the largest producer of olive oil in the world. Spanish food is all about sharing and plenty of small bites to have with glasses of local wine and icy-cold sangria. […]
Recipes
Iconic Spanish dishes
Spanish food is big, bold, and made to be shared. From the iconic spiced Paella, with thousands of different versions ladened with everything fresh seafood on the coast, to chickpeas in central Spain, every household has its own secret recipe. To the delicious yet straightforward potato tortilla and plates of tapas served with loads of crusty bread, Spanish food is all about enjoying with friends and family over glasses of sangria. Fluffy, hot churros dipped in hot chocolate, or creamy rice pudding is the perfect finisher to any meal, quite often late into the night.
Spanish Spices
Spain’s Mediterranean climate and sweeping terrain have made it an ideal spot for spice growing and production. Common spice and herb varieties found and used throughout Spain include paprika, saffron, bay leaves, parsley, and chillies. Paprika, called Pimenton in Spain, is referred to as ‘red gold’ and is one of the most used and cherished spices. […]
A dish encompassing the Spanish way of life, Paella is a flavourful rice-based dish of seafood, meat, punchy spices, and fresh lemon all made to be shared. Combining, saffron, sweet and smoky paprikas, clove, garlic and sundried tomato, this blend forms the basis of so many renowned Spanish dishes and is indicative of what life in Spain is all about– bold, bright flavour.
Flavours of the world
Comprising South-eastern regions of Asia, Australia, New Zealand and neighbouring islands, Australasia is a melting pot of cultures, countries and cuisines. From the homegrown, earthy flavours of native Australian cuisine to the zesty, spicy and fresh tastes of Southeast Asia, this culinary region incorporates a wide range of herbs and spices and is all about celebrating what’s local.
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