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Cuba Libre with Licor 43 Recipe
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Friday, January 02, 2009
Updated:
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Lots of people enjoy a “Cuba Libre” or rum and cola, but add a bit of Spanish liqueur called Licor 43 to for a bit of Spanish style to this tropical drink. Serve it to your friends and ... -
Easy Basque Cream Recipe - Goxua
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Sunday, May 19, 2013
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Sunday, May 19, 2013
Goxua is a favorite dessert in Basque Country. Made in layers, with a base of sweet whipped cream, followed by rum-soaked lady fingers, then by a layer of egg custard. Top with caramelized sugar sa... -
How to Blanch Almonds
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Monday, March 25, 2013
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Sunday, May 19, 2013
Blanched almonds are easy to make, since the skins loosen immediately in boiling water. Almonds are the base for many traditional Spanish desserts, and are also handy for thickening sauces. Blanchi... -
Basque Whipped Cream and Fresh Cheese Cake Recipe - Sagargala Cake
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Thursday, May 16, 2013
Updated:
Thursday, May 16, 2013
This is an easy dessert recipe from the Basque Country. There is a small layer of cake, with a filling made of sweet whipped cream, gelatine, lemon juice and fresh cheese, which is topped with appl... -
Churros with Strawberries and Cream Recipe
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Sunday, May 18, 2008
Updated:
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
May is the month for strawberries, so strawberry desserts are very popular for Mother’s Day and for graduations. Our own creation, this strawberry dessert is not a traditional Spanish recipe... -
Easy Churros Recipe - Spanish Fritters
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Saturday, February 16, 2008
Updated:
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
"Churros" are simple fried pastries that look something like a big “French fry,” but taste nothing like one, of course. Fresh dough is squeezed through a pastry bag right into hot oil t... -
Spanish Food Videos
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Saturday, February 27, 2010
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Wednesday, May 15, 2013
If you like watch cooking shows on television, you'll like these About videos with step-by-step instructions for how to prepare some of the most famous Spanish food recipes, as well as recipes that... -
Eating Out in Spain
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Thursday, July 09, 2009
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Sunday, May 12, 2013
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Your Heart Needs the Mediterranean Diet
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Sunday, September 23, 2007
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
If you are interested in learning more about how to eat a healthy diet and live a healthy lifestyle, even if you do not know anything about Spanish or Mediterranean cuisine, you will find this book... -
Vega Real Crianza 2007 Wine Review - Ribera del Duero Wine Review
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Monday, April 29, 2013
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
This Spanish tempranillo wine produced by Vega Real in the Ribera del Duero DO is a nice Crianza from the 2007 vintage, which we enjoyed. It should be a good choice for dinner or tapas until at le... -
Melior 2009 Wine Review
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Saturday, February 23, 2013
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Melior 2009 is a young Spanish red wine from the Ribera del Duero. It is very reasonably priced, and can be enjoyed for another two years. Melior 2009, from the Matarromera Group is made from 95% ... -
Spanish Food, A Mediterranean Diet
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Monday, April 09, 2007
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
The Spanish eat a Mediterranean diet that contains plentiful amounts of fruits and vegetables, as well as fresh fish, and their main source of fat is olive oil, rich in monounsaturated fat. Learn m... -
Spanish Lunch - La Comida
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Saturday, January 27, 2007
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
The midday meal, "la comida" as it is called in Spain is the largest meal of the day. It is definitely a large meal, usually with multiple courses. Learn about what dishes Spaniards eat. It's guar... -
An Introduction to Spanish Food and Cooking
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Monday, September 25, 2006
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
Spanish food is "down to earth" and uncomplicated, based on simple, locally available ingredients. Learn about typical Spanish food and ingredients. -
Tortillas - Omelets in Spain
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Saturday, December 08, 2007
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
What are "tortillas" made of in Spain? "Tortilla de Patatas or "Tortilla Espanola" is probably one of the best known and universally-liked Spanish dishes. A potato-egg omelet! Slice potatoes and ch... -
Spanish Menus - How to Order at Spanish Restaurants
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Monday, April 09, 2007
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Whether it is a Spanish restaurant in Spain or in your neighborhood, you’ll need to learn to order from the menu, or as it is commonly called "la carta." How? Start by reading our course-by... -
Meals and the Culture of Spain
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Friday, September 22, 2006
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
It seems like Spaniards are always stopping for a bite to eat! Small breakfasts or mid-morning coffees drunk at cafes, large midday meals of several courses, afternoon snacks, "tapas" and late nigh... -
About Spain and its' Cuisines
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Friday, September 22, 2006
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
Spain's cuisine varies from region to region, depending on the climate and cultures, as well as a little bit about the history. Read a bit about the location and climates of Spain and learn about ... -
Top Gifts for the Spanish Food Enthusiast
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Wednesday, December 09, 2009
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
Top Gifts for Spanish Food Enthusiast, from a churro maker to a paella pan. -
Pork Loin in Sherry-Raisin Sauce Recipe - Lomo de Cerdo en Salsa de Jerez Pasas
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
Slices of pork tenderloin browned, then cooked in a sherry wine sauce, with sweet raisins. An easy recipe that is ready in about 40 minutes. Serve with home-fried potatoes or white rice. -
How to Drink from a Porron, Spanish Wine Pitcher
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Saturday, July 14, 2012
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
Although the "porron" originated in Cataluna, you can find them in bars and homes all over Spain. A "porron" is an oddly shaped pitcher with an unusual spout that's shaped like a cone. It is not co... -
Spanish Picnic Menu
Created:
Monday, August 29, 2011
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Everyone loves a picnic, and so many Spanish foods travel easily... Why not give your next picnic a Spanish theme? Make some "empanadillas", a "tortilla de patata", a batch of "gazpacho" and pack ... -
Spanish Beans and Adobado Pork Recipe - Alubias con Cerdo Adobado
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Marinated pork in spices, together with red beans make a flavorful stew - a solid one-course meal for cold weather. Cubes of pork are marinated overnight in "adobo," a rub made of garlic, paprika, ... -
Grilled Pheasant in Sherry Sauce Recipe - Faisan en Jerez
Created:
Sunday, June 07, 2009
Updated:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Game birds such as pheasant are part of the traditional Spanish table. Pheasant marinated in Spanish sherry, then grilled and served in a sherry reduction sauce is a traditional, old world recipe t... -
Spanish Mother's Day Brunch
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Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Updated:
Wednesday, May 08, 2013
Fresh seasonal ingredients of Spring make this menu perfect for a Mother’s Day brunch or a dinner party in May. -
Orange Crepes Recipe - Crepes de Naranja
Created:
Monday, April 29, 2013
Updated:
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Easy Spanish crepes, filled with orange marmalade and garnished with fresh orange slices. They are a great dessert for beginners or children, who want to help in the kitchen. Serve for brunch or de... -
Latillas, Little Cans of Spain Make Super Simple Tapas
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Thursday, June 02, 2011
Updated:
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Fish, shellfish and mollusks such as squid, clams and mussels are a regular part of the traditional Spanish diet. The Spanish simply call the canned version latillas, or little cans. Every Spanish ... -
Jamon
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Saturday, April 21, 2007
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Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Ham, a very popular food in Spain. -
Pantxineta Recipe - Basque Pastry Cream Pie with Almonds
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Saturday, April 20, 2013
Updated:
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Easy enough for a beginning cook, Pantxineta is a traditional dessert from the Basque Country in Spain. It is simply pastry cream between two sheets for puff pastry, and covered with coarsely chopp... -
Spanish Cod Ajoarriero Recipe - Bacalao Ajoarriero a la Antigua
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Saturday, April 13, 2013
Updated:
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Salt cod or "bacalao" is popular in various regional Spanish cuisines. Soaked in water overnight to rehydrate, the "bacalao" is then simmered in a sauce made of onions, garlic, tomato sauce and pep... -
Spanish Shrimp and Fish with Rice Recipe - Arroz con Pescado y Gambas
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Monday, April 08, 2013
Updated:
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Quick and easy rice main courses. Short or medium grain rice makes a wonderful, very typical Spanish "wet" rice dish, especially when combined with fresh fish and shrimp. -
Spanish Lamb Meatballs with Mushroom Sauce Recipe - Albondigas con Salsa
Created:
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Updated:
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Meatballs are a favorite around the world, including Spain. These easy meatballs are made with ground lamb, and a simple sauce made with beef broth, sliced mushrooms and a bit of flour. Serve over ...