I think everyone knows that one of the best cheese in the world comes from Spain. With so many different varieties this country has a diverse range of culinary styles that come in a variety of rich and complex flavors.

Manchego is probably the most well known outside Spain. Sheep and Goat cheeses are both common, the latter in Andalucia. Mixed milk cheeses are also very common. There are light cheeses which are are not generally transformed or fermented except for the lactic fermentation, medium flavor cheeses are usually semi-cured and go well with young red wines and Strong flavored cheeses with the longest curing process go well with red wines with body.

Whether you are a cheese lover or not, once you try Spanish cheese you will taste a difference and you will want more and more. Cheese and wine are one of the great pleasures of Spain.

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We all know Spain has one of the best wines in the world and the Pingus 2000 could the most expensive of these wines.  At a price of around 750 and 900 euros a bottle, not too many will be able to savour this specialty but if your do get the chance you should go all out and give it a tasting.

Created by the Dutch Peter Sisseck using only traditional methods he has come up with a decadent taste. Rich in color by the use of black cherries, and a touch of red and black fruits from the forest. Robert Paker, one of the best known connoisseurs in wine has given the Pingus 2000 an excellent rating.

So all we have left to do is give it a try and see for ourselves why the wine from this country is as good as its name.

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Winter time in Spain is a beautiful time whether you are in the north with the blistering cold of the snow and wind or in the south enjoying an almost summer night breeze. One thing is for sure winter time in Spain calls for chocolate and churros. This delicacy is a long time tradition and could be enjoyed at any time. A great breakfast treat, snack, or after a late night where you are a little past tipsy and its around 6 am (it really helps a hangover).

Churros are a fried-dough pastry that dunked in the piping hot thick chocolate are a treat you will never forget. This is not something you want to eat everyday but in the winter time all is fair and you can indulge in this delight without any guilt (until summer). You can try to make the churros yourself but you need a lot of patience and practice. I stick to my favorite cafeteria and start dunking.

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Spain is the second largest producer of wine in the world and what is a trip to Spain without taking one of its wine routes? Each region of this country has its own specialty wines and each one brings with it different traditions and history.

There are several organized tours you can sign up for that will take you through several wine tours so you can experience the magic of this tasty art. You will be able to experience first hand the wine making process and of course taste the final product along with typical food of the region.

A wine tour is a must do when is Spain. It will be one of the most incredible adventures you will ever feel and taste.

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One of my favorite typical Spanish food is the Tortilla de Patata, basically a potato omelet. Very simple to make, anyone can do it. There are several different recipes but basically all you need are some eggs and potatoes and you are done.

It can be served hot or cold and it is considered a tapa but can be eaten any time, anywhere for any reason.  When visiting Spain, don’t forget to try one and if you can’t make it here to visit yet try to make one yourself. Be careful when you flip it, there is an actual art form to this.

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All is set for next weeks Madrid Fusión 2007 held at The Palacio Municipal de los Congresos in Madrid. Here Chefs of high prestige will show off their techniques and creativity in this yearly event that holds many surprises.

In attendance will be chefs such as: Ferrán Adrià, Andoni Luis Aduriz, Dani García, Pedro y Marcos Morán, Carles Gaig, Paco Roncero, and international chefs, Charlie Trotter, Fatema Hal, Tetsuda Wakuda y Heston Blumenthalto name a few. With events planned like Vegetable treatment techniques: recovery of varieties”. Koldo Rodero and Floren Domezaín and Ricardo Gil.

This is sure to be a must see event.

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Sidra is the official drink of Asturias. In thisnorthern Region of Spainn, the drinking and specially pouring of this drink are a specialty here.

Sidra or Cider is fermented apple juice and has been around for docents of years in this country. There is even a sidra museum for the most devoted fans. Sidra contains a small amount of alcohol but please don´t let that fool you. There are certain rules when drinking this drink. The first and most important is the pouring, it should be poured into a narrow glass from a height of around 30 cm or three feet, and once a bottle is opened it must be consumed in one sitting due to the fact it oxidizes quickly and becomes flat.

Any time of the year is good for a good glass of Sidra. When in the northern part of Spain don´t forget to go to any of the cider bars and pour yourself (well, at least try) a glass of this tasty juice.

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It is a tradition every January 6th, the day of the Adoration of the Three Wise Kings from the East, and on which traditionally Christmas gifts are exchanged to consume the Roscon de Reyes.

This pastry is one of my favorites and I never miss this tradition. It is a sort of round doughnut in the form of wheel, and is decorated with little pieces of frosted fruits.

The tradition started around the Roman Empire times when this pastry was offered to the God Janus. Each roscon contains a price or two inside and it is said the person who gets the price will have good luck the entire year.

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There are certain dishes that are typical for each country and the Paella is one of the most typical dishes from Spain. It originated in the city of Valencia, where the word paella literally means “frying pan”. The paella is a rice dish that is garnished with either meat, vegetables or seafood and made in a paella pan called a paellera.

The paella is an art form that is taken very seriously and recipes are passed down from generation to generation.. I know I will one day inherit my dad’s recipe which was his fathers recipe and is an absolute secret at the moment.

There are many ways of cooking a paella and you need not be a chef to try to make one yourself. You can find many different types of recipes on the Internet, so all you have to do is gather ingredients and have some fun creating! Of course, going out and eating one already made by experts is also a great idea. They are usually made for a minimum of two persons so make sure you bring a friend along.

More information The Paella Company, and How to do a Paella in London or Dublin

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