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Direct flights to towns in the neighbouring ex-Soviet nations of Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan were completely booked for Wednesday due to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The statistics from airlines and travel agencies indicated on Wednesday that flights out of Russia were practically full this week after …

Introduction of PIMIENTOS DE PADRÓN Recipe This tapas mainstay is a safe bet if you’re looking for meals that are both meaty and classic. Padron peppers are available at virtually every tapas bar and restaurant in Spain. However, it is rather simple to prepare, so if you are looking for …

Introduction Smoky albondigas Recipe Even though the name may make you think of a Norte musician who has transitioned to country music in Nashville, we are speaking about your all-time favourite tapita, which translates to “small tapa.” This was the one that stood out to me when the tapas craze …

Introduction of Baked chorizo and squash rice with manchego crust Recipe On the website for Olive magazine, I was searching for butternut squash dishes when I came across this baked chorizo and squash rice with manchego crust. After whipping up a quick batch of lamb dhansak, we discovered that we …

What is Arroz negro (squid and rice) Toss the rice in a pan continually for one minute while it is cooking over medium heat. After adding the wine, continue to cook for one more minute. After the stock has been boiled, stir in the squid ink as well. Include some …

Introduction This dish is from the city of  Alghero on Sardinia’s North Western coast, where the best rock lobsters (also called ‘spiny lobsters’) are found. Due to the island’s strategic location in the middle of the Mediterranean, Sardinia has a long history of being occupied by various groups. The Catalan …

Introduction of Seasonal hunter’s rice (arros de matanca) Recipe This rice dish is prepared in the style of paella, and it features all of your favourite meats and veggies. Ingredients 2 tbspextra-virgin olive oil 100 g(3½ oz) pork spare ribs, cut into 1.5 cm (½ in) dice 200 g(7 oz) …

Introduction of Magdalenas (Spanish muffins) Recipe Magdalenas, also known as Spanish muffins, are tasty lemon pastries that go great with a cup of coffee in the morning. The genuine magdalenas recipe requires no fancy equipment and may be made with or without a mixer. They are great for people of …

There is a large range of regional specialties that may be thought of while considering the cuisine of Spain. However, Cordoba and the rest of southern Andalusia are most commonly associated with the dish salmorejo. This wonderful dish has been a summertime staple for centuries. You’re in for a real …

Catalan escalivada is a delicious and easy way to enjoy grilled vegetables. Traditionally done outside over hot charcoal, this method can also be done indoors under the broiler of a gas or electric range for similarly delicate, sweet, and smoky results (griller). Catalan escalivada typically consists of peppers and eggplant, …

Introduction Now make the salad – add the olive oil and butter to a large frying pan over a medium-high heat. Quickly fry the livers in 2 batches until browned, about 2 mins per batch. Add the Sherry. Ingredients Garlic Clove – 2 garlic cloves Olive Oil – 2 tbsp …

Introduction In this recipe for spinach soup with a Mediterranean twist, chorizo adds a smoky paprika flavour while also helping to reduce the amount of fat in the dish thanks to an initial sautéing step. To avoid getting a mushy, Mexican-style sausage, go for dry-cured, salami-style Spanish chorizo instead. This …

Introduction Don’t relegate rice to the side of the plate any longer; it can do more than just soak up sauce. We’ve elevated the humble rice pot to the status of a main course with our scrumptious rice pot. We added some white wine to this one-pot meal because, why …

Introduction Traditional Spanish braised chicken is known as Pollo en Pepitoria, and it is served with a rich sauce flavoured with saffron and almonds and thickened with bread and the yolks of hard-boiled eggs. A warm bowl of this soup is just what you need to welcome the winter season. …

A holiday twist on the classic Spanish cake, Pan de Higo, which is made with dried figs and eaten with cheese and honey. The cake is inspired by the Spanish fig cake, known as pan de higo, and the recipe may be found in Good Food. Pan de higo, a …

These creamy, blue cheese-studded scrambled eggs are best served on top of a bed of homemade corn tortos (deep-fried flatbreads). This dish was created by Nacho Manzano of Casa Marcial, Spain. Here’s a recipe for Spanish eggs from renowned Spanish chef Nacho Manzano. Nacho explains, “The Spanish conquistadors of the …

When prepared properly, churros can rival any dessert in the world. Even compared to the churros I bought at a Mexican market, these are the best I’ve ever had. They have a flavour that can’t be beat and a texture that’s hard to resist. The Spanish churro is a delicious …

The Spanish festive treat turron alicante is a firm nougat. This famous turron “duro,” made with almonds and honey, is a Christmastime favourite in Spain but is delicious any time of year. One of the most well-known varieties of turron, along with Turron Jijona, is Turron Alicante. The nougat’s traditional …

Arroz al horno (baked rice) recipe Combine pork belly, black pudding and bacon lardons in this Spanish rice dish. Meaty and filling, it feeds eight with little effort and is perfect for a cold night. Ingredients 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil , plus extra to serve 800g thick pork …

Spanish chicken pie recipe Roasted peppers, olives and paprika give this bake tons of flavour. It’s a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken too Ingredients 1kg potatoes , chopped 3 tsp paprika (use smoked paprika if you have it) 2 tsp olive oil 2 onions , sliced 2 …

Clam, chorizo and white bean stew recipe The spicy kick of chorizo works brilliantly with seafood in this Spanish dish from James Martin. Ingredients 50g chorizo , diced 1 onion , finely chopped 1 garlic clove , crushed small bunch flat-leaf parsley , ½ finely chopped, ½ roughly chopped 200ml …

Pan-fried hake white bean and chorizo broth recipe This gutsy soup has a Spanish tone and works with other white fish like cod – layer the flavour up with garlic and paprika. Ingredients 450g dried white beans , such as haricot or cannellini, soaked overnight in water 4 garlic cloves …

Easy sangria recipe Embrace balmy summer days with a jug of sangria. With red wine, Spanish brandy, sparkling water, cinnamon and chopped fruit, it’s a lovely sharing cocktail. Ingredients 2 oranges , chopped 2 pears , chopped 2 lemons , 1 chopped, 1 juiced 200g red berries , chopped (we …

Spanish tortilla recipe Make a classic Spanish omelette filled with pan-fried potatoes and onion. It makes a delicious light vegetarian meal or an easy tapas dish. Ingredients 1 large white onion, sliced 4 tbsp olive oil 25g butter 400g waxy potatoes, peeled, quartered and finely sliced 6 garlic cloves 8 …

Next level paella recipe Choose the freshest ingredients for a world-class paella with our ultimate recipe. Serve this classic Spanish seafood dish in the pan to impress your guests. Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil 10 large raw tiger prawns in their shells, heads removed and kept small bunch of parsley, …

Serve these padron peppers recipe as a side dish or starter in a Spanish feast. They’re super-simple to make, requiring little prep and just five minutes of cooking. Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 500g padron peppers Method STEP 1 Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a …

Churros Recipe Try a fresh spin on doughnuts by piping them Spanish-style and serving with a thick and indulgent homemade dark chocolate sauce. Ingredients 50g butter, melted ½ tsp vanilla extract 250g plain flour, from a new bag (essential for absorbing the liquid) 1 tsp baking powder about 1 litre …

Roast cod with paella & saffron olive oil Impress your friends with Jason Atherton’s luxurious shellfish rice, topped with juicy cod and drizzled with saffron. Ingredients For the paella 1 tbsp olive oil 200g raw chorizo , diced 3 large shallots , thinly sliced 3 garlic cloves , crushed 2 …

Spiced tortilla recipe is Perfect for dinners, lunches and snacks, this spiced tortilla is a great in-the-fridge standby for many occasions. Ingredients 1 tbsp sunflower oil 1 onion , sliced 1 red chilli , deseeded and shredded 2 tsp curry spice (we used coriander, cumin and turmeric) 300g cherry tomato 500g cooked potato , sliced bunch coriander , stalks finely chopped, leaves …

Simple and flavorful, Easy Spanish Rice (or Mexican Rice) is a must-have side dish for any Mexican-themed or Tapas-themed dinner party. Perfect, fluffy rice flavoured with smoky paprika and just a touch of heat, all prepared in a single pot. Furthermore, its applicability spans a wide range of contexts. The …