There is nothing in the world quite like an ice-cold glass of Spanish gazpacho on a sweltering summer day. This watermelon mint gazpacho recipe is gaining popularity in Spanish restaurants as a delicious way to cool off during the hot Spanish summers! … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Caldo Gallego Recipe
In my house winter means hot soups-- and most nights quick and easy bean soups are my go-to meal. Caldo Gallego is one of Galicia's (a part of northwestern Spain) signature stews. Rich and delicious, it usually features ham hock, root vegetables, turnip greens and creamy local … [Read more...]
Creamy Leek and Almond Soup (Crema de Puerros y Almendras)
I'm obsessed with soup. In fact, it's one of the things I most miss about living in the US, where you can always depend on a restaurant to offer at least one soup on the menu, and often an additional soup of the day. Here in Spain soups are usually an option for the first course … [Read more...]
Chorizo and White Bean Stew with Spinach
Last night I needed a home cooked meal. December is always a month filled with Christmas dinners and holiday lunches, and added to my normal food tour schedule, I realized I'd eaten out 7 days in a row (often multiple time per day). As delicious as some of those meals were, I … [Read more...]
5 Easy Tapas Recipes
Super Simple Tapas Recipes for your Next Tapas Party Last week I had some friends over for dinner. As usual, I had no idea what to make! It sounds strange for someone who loves cooking as much as I do, but when I have people over I always have trouble thinking up a menu. … [Read more...]
