Seasonal Spanish Foods
Spanish food is part of the Mediterranean cuisine. Meats, vegetables and fruits are eaten when they are fresh and in season. For example wild mushrooms are gathered and eaten as the weather changes in the fall. Learn more about the fresh produce of Spain.
Asparagus - Espárrago
Popular in Spain, asparagus or in Spanish "esparrago" is considered a culinary delicacy. Spanish use asparagus fresh or canned and eat it in salads, side dishes and in omelets and soups. Fresh asparagus season peaks in the spring months, from March to May.
Popular in Spain, asparagus or in Spanish "esparrago" is considered a culinary delicacy. Spanish use asparagus fresh or canned and eat it in salads, side dishes and in omelets and soups. Fresh asparagus season peaks in the spring months, from March to May.
Chirimoyas, Cherimoyas or Custard Apples
"Chirimoyas", cherimoyas or custard apples are a delicious tropical fruit, grown in Southern Spain. Their taste has been described as combination of banana, pineapple and strawberry. Find out what where to buy them and how to eat them!
"Chirimoyas", cherimoyas or custard apples are a delicious tropical fruit, grown in Southern Spain. Their taste has been described as combination of banana, pineapple and strawberry. Find out what where to buy them and how to eat them!