Spanish Garlic Prawns Recipe – Gambas al Ajillo
Spanish Garlic Prawns – Gambas al Ajillo is a classic Spanish tapas dish, served in bars up and down the country. My take on this spicy garlic prawn recipe could hardly be simpler, quicker or more delicious. Spanish Garlic Prawns – Gambas al Ajillo This is perfect for any time of the year, as […]
Fig and Mozzarella Salad – a nod to Italy from my Spanish kitchen
A fabulous summer salad of sweet, ripe figs and soft buffala mozzarella, perfectly balanced with freshly toasted Iberian pine nuts and crisp salad leaves. All dressed lightly with quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) and a squirt of Jerez Sherry vinegar. Delicious on its own as a starter with warm bread to mop up what’s […]
Seville, 10 Reasons Why You Should Go Now
Known for its flamenco and tapas, the southern Spanish city of Seville is much more than spotty swirling skirts and pretty picture-postcard scenes. Cutting-edge cuisine, world-class art and intriguing Moorish architecture make for the ultimate all-in-one city destination. 1. Small Plates, Big Taste Whether you want a traditional joint with barrel-tables, serving tortilla (Spanish omelette) […]
Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe with Egg & Olives
In Spain we’re blessed with an abundant supply of top quality tinned tuna in olive oil. It is also extremely affordable and forms part of the daily diet. More often than not, any house salad here will feature some juicy chunks of tinned tuna. In every single bar in Vejer, one of the most popular […]
Love Chorizo? Then you will love this fabulous Chorizo & Chestnut Soup
Chorizo & chestnut soup was always one of my favourites, even long before I discovered Vejer and the exceptional chorizo Iberico of Paco Melero, my butcher, here in Vejer. It had a lot going for it because not only was it easily made, it was always incredibly popular. I would serve it as part of […]
Jamón Ibérico – A Guide to Everything You Need to Know
Jamón Ibérico is one of the most exclusive and sought-after charcuteries in the world. However it can be confusing when presented with the various Spanish Jamón options. So I’ve put together a guide to help you understand more about what you’re eating, where it comes from, how it’s produced and where you should be buying […]
Annie B’s New Year’s Eve Quiz
I don’t play games at any other time of the year but when my family and I get together over the Christmas period we do. This year it was my turn to put together a quiz and of course my chosen topic was Spanish food, wine and culture. While writing my testing questions I thought […]
How to Cure Your Olives at Home
Olives: the best in the world – made by you I love olives! Fino and olives are a marriage made in heaven – I struggle to enjoy one without the other. Glistening green crunchy olives are served to you in practically every bar here alongside your wine, beer and Sherry. It’s a lunchtime and early […]
Chorizo Stuffed Baby Squid Recipe
It is no secret that I am a cephalopod monster – if ever I spot pulpo, choco, calamar, chipirones or puntillitas on the menu – it’s mine! So just by chance, I caught a few minutes of BBC 1’s Saturday Kitchen the other weekend. Looking gorgeous slaving over a hot stove was the talented Ben […]
What do you bring when you have been invited to visit friends or family ?
A hugely entertaining read from David Lebovitz – he even packs meat cleavers when heading to visit friends or family for the weekend ! I have to say that I’d be a bit concerned if any of my friends or family turned up with such an arsenal of equipment. Really made me laugh as in […]