Spanish
Tapas are a true celebration of the Spanish culture and
social way of life for which the Spanish are famous. Tapas
are in effect bite sized morsels of food served with a drink
in the bar and the Andalucian region of Granada is the only
place where tapas are still complimentary. The word 'tapa'
means cover and this is one of the historical explanations
of their origin, when bar or tavern owners used to place
a small piece of bread over their patrons glass to keep
the flies out. Nowadays however, the tapa represents the
warmth and openness of the social Spanish lifestyle - there
is nothing quite like a drink and a chat with some friends
and some delicious tiny nibbles to enhance the experience.
Whatever the true history behind Spanish tapas it remains
a social delight and has evolved from being the simplest
slice of bread to becoming delicious mini versions of the
best Spanish cuisine with a world wide reputation. Tapas
are a very important way of life for the Spanish and to
recreate some of the best dishes at home is to bring in
a little bit of the seductive social atmosphere.
In
this recipe section we have strived to include some of the
most traditional tapas dishes, which are served locally
here in our village and throughout the region of Granada.
All of the recipes are put together with the help of local
bar and restaurant owners and chefs to ensure you can experience
the true authenticity of the Spanish tapa at home. We have
also included some typically Spanish main meal recipes from
meat and seafood dishes to chicken and vegetarian meals.
Spanish
Tapas are a true celebration of the Spanish culture and
social way of life for which the Spanish are famous. Tapas
are in effect bite sized morsels of food served with a drink
in the bar and the Andalucian region of Granada is the only
place where tapas are still complimentary. The word 'tapa'
means cover and this is one of the historical explanations
of their origin, when bar or tavern owners used to place
a small piece of bread over their patrons glass to keep
the flies out. Nowadays however, the tapa represents the
warmth and openness of the social Spanish lifestyle - there
is nothing quite like a drink and a chat with some friends
and some delicious tiny nibbles to enhance the experience.
Whatever the true history behind Spanish tapas it remains
a social delight and has evolved from being the simplest
slice of bread to becoming delicious mini versions of the
best Spanish cuisine with a world wide reputation. Tapas
are a very important way of life for the Spanish and to
recreate some of the best dishes at home is to bring in
a little bit of the seductive social atmosphere.
