Spain:
the
country that introduced Europe to
potatoes, tomatoes, peppers and beans
Everyone
has their image of Spain whether it be the Costas
of package holiday fame, the beauty of the northern
Basque region or the wonders of cities like Madrid
and Barcleona. The image of the mythical Don Quixote
tilting at his windwmills . . .
Whatever
image thoughts of Spain conjures up, it is a wonderfuly
exciting country to visit and take the time to get
to know the real Spain. Rich in hiistory and rich
in cultural influences, such as Phoenicians, Greeks,
Carthaginian, Roman and Moors, Spanish cuisine features
many very different kinds of dishes as a result of
the differences in geography, culture and climate
. . . and do not foget that it was the Spanish who
brought potatoes, tomatoes, peppers and beans from
the New World.
Each
region of Spain has something different to offer the
traveller and enthusiastic cook. Each region has its
own dishes but common to most of Spain are Tapas,
Tortillas, Cocido, Sopa de Ajo, Gazpacho . . . if
you have never been then you are missing out.
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Wine
and gastronomy tour in Rioja |
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Learn all about the wines of the region
as well as enjoying the gastronomic delights
with On The Menu. This is their carefully
chosen venue in La Rioja where you can enjoy
the fabulous fresh produce, award winning
wines and exciting restaurants. |
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Catacurian
Wine Tours |
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Catacurian Wine Tours in Spain for a wonderful
vacation where you will learn all about
the wines of the region as well as enjoying
the delights of the delicious Catalan dishes
lovingly prepared for you at your luxurious
private hotel in the small village of El
Masroig. |
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