The weather’s turning and it’s time for us to turn our minds to autumnal comfort food. However, those warming meals don’t have to be bland or boring! In fact, they can be spiced up with our amazing ingredients from Andalusia. Here are our top nine suggestions… Chorizo – This packs a flavour punch which […]
September is harvest time in the vineyards of Jerez de la Frontera. In the sherry triangle, the Fiestas de la Vendimia begin officially around September 8, which is the feast of the Nativity of Our Lady. The first grapes may be picked a week or so earlier, if the weather is good, and the harvest […]
There’s nothing better than a summer picnic, whether you spread the blanket with family or friends! The problem is that some picnic foods can be a little…underwhelming. So, instead of settling for soggy egg and cress sandwiches, why not pack your basket with Andalusian tapas treats which will make your picnic bountiful rather than boring? […]
Are you heading off for a holiday in Andalusia this summer? If so, here are our recommendations for some of the amazing produce you can find from the region. Why not cook up a pre-trip meal to get you in the mood? Oloroso sherry Andalusia is the home of the ‘sherry triangle’, so it’s a […]
The Japanese, Chinese, and Koreans have been eating it for thousands of years, and you’ll find seaweed in traditional dishes from across the world. Now, it’s one of the key foodstuffs being produced in Andalusia. Unrefined, natural Atlantic salt is being used to preserve Ognori, Aonori, and Sea Lettuce to create a store cupboard essential […]
If a passata is the base for man Italian dishes, a sofrito is the base sauce for many dishes in Spain, South America, and Latin America. A sofrito is a mixture of lightly-fried garlic and onion, usually made with tomatoes and other vegetables. It is often used to make soups and stews, but it is […]
As we’re gearing up for Valentine’s Day, we’re taking a look at four of the Andalusian foods and drinks we adore – and hope you’ll love too… Red wine At this time of year, we love a glass of Andalusian red wine. Dry January is over, it’s warming, and goes well with hearty winter dishes. […]
It’s the time of year when everyone is determined to live a healthier lifestyle. However, you don’t have to give up the taste of Andalusia to get a new you! Instead, take a look at some of the key nutrients for a healthy diet and the Spanish foods which are rich in them… Omega […]
