What to eat and drink in Spain?
What to eat in Spain? When I think of Spanish cuisine & food - seafood paella, tapas, and chocolate churros immediately come to mind!
Food is always the first thing on my mind wherever I travel. So here are some of the best Spanish dishes I would recommend you to try:
Paella
Originating in the region of Valencia, Paella is a rice dish and probably the most well-known Spanish meal there is! It is traditionally cooked with either meat or seafood and includes other ingredients such as green beans and stock. Saffron is also used, giving paella it's golden colour.
Tapas
These 'mini-meals' can be eaten as a snack throughout the day or as lots for a meal. Depending on what tapas you have, they can be served hot or cold. Popular tapas dishes include;
- Patatas bravas - Fried potatoes with a tomato-based sauce
- Cured Meats - Including jamón (dried ham) and chorizo
- Local cheeses and olives
- Croquettes - A filling rolled in bechamel sauce or mashed potatoes, encased breadcrumbs and fried
- Empanadas - Pastry which is filled and then baked or fried. They look a lot like a mini cornish pasty
- Gazpacho - Andalusian tomato soup, which is traditionally served cold
- Tortilla Espanola - traditional Spanish omelette filled with potatoes and onion.
If you're lucky then you may get some free tapas whilst having drinks in a bar!
Alioli
I first discovered Alioli on a girl's trip to southern Spain and let's just say I ended up eating far too much! Alioli is essentially a garlic mayonnaise and is popular all over Spain, especially to accompany tapas.
Churros
Churros are traditional Spanish breakfast dish, of fried-dough pastry sprinkled with sugar and served with a thick chocolate sauce. They're definitely worth trying on at least one day of your trip!
Fish tapas, Madrid
Churros with chocolate
Spanish Tapas Bar
What to drink in Spain?
Other than wine, Sangria is probably the most popular alcoholic beverage in Spain. Sangria is a punch, traditionally made with red wine, orange juice, and lots of fresh fruit! It's delicious, especially when served cold in summer.
Can I drink the tap water in Spain?
YES! All tap water in Spain is clean and completely safe to drink... The tap water in Madrid is seen as the best, as the water comes from the nearby Guadarrama mountains.
Visiting Spain - Overview
Head to Spain to explore the beautiful, historical towns and cities...
- Experience Spain's traditional culture - go to a flamenco bar, eat paella and tapas, and try some sangria! More on what to eat and drink in Spain.
- Once you've decided where you want to go in Spain, check what the best time of year is to visit as it differs across the country.
- Fly to Spain for a short European city break. OR if you have longer, then spend a couple of weeks city hopping and traveling around by train - More on traveling around Spain.
- Remember that Spaniards eat late! Have some afternoon tapas to keep you going until 9 pm when restaurants start to serve dinner.
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