Spanish cuisine has been influenced by various cultures that passed through and settled in Spain.
From the Romans who planted olive trees and vineyards to the moors who brought spices to Spain and the voyagers who brought new ingredients from the Americas.
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Spain has some unique food traditions such as tapas and the siesta.
Tapas are appetizers or snacks.
It is usually a small dish and can be served as bar food or a complete meal.
If you visit Spain you could visit a tapas restaurant to enjoy a wide variety of tapas like the tortillas de patatas. These dishes may be served hot or cold.
Spanish cuisine is varied and the different regions of Spain have their own techniques and dishes that are unique to a particular region of Spain.
PULPO A FEIRA The northern part of Spain has a long seafood tradition and one of the most popular dish is the pulpo a feira. Pulpo a feira is octopus that is seasoned with paprika, salt and olive oil.
The North eastern Part of Spain is known for its sagardotegis where you could grab a drink of Sagardoa or even a meal of cod omelette, and steak.
One of the most traditional Spanish dish is Paella that is prepared with local ingredients.
This dish has many versions but the most popular version is the Valencian paella.
A rice dish prepared with rabbit, duck or chicken, and snails.
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