|
 |
Eating & Drinking in Spain |
Sangria & paella… possibly two of the most stereotypical items from Spanish cuisine and yet known and loved all over the world. And the list of famous foods does not stop there… chorizo, calamares, tortillas – just a taste of the simple yet delicious dishes that proliferate well beyond Spanish speaking borders.
oasis los gigantes
With so much of its coastline bordered by either the Mediterranean Sea or the Atlantic Ocean, sensational fish is a given in Spain. Visit any authentic fishing village and you must try a lunch tapas of fresh sardines with a squeeze of lemon… total fishy heaven! Spanish meat is good too and in particular the dry cured hams such as Jamón serrano (Serrano ham) which make a scrumptious appetiser, ideally with an ice cold glass of San Miguel (or similar) beer.
Perhaps somewhat surprisingly, Spain is also a vegetarian friendly destination. If you like cold soups, for example, then try a Gazpacho soup of blended tomatoes, garlic, cucumber, celery, peppers & more… it’s like eating a delicious fresh salad with every spoonful. Other vegetarian Spanish staples include the tasty potato omelette (tortilla), Patatas Bravas (fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce) and the Basque dish Pipérade (a stew of onions peppers & tomatoes). And for a nice glass of wine to wash it down, you can do much worse than a Spanish rioja… exceptionally gluggable in both the red and white varieties.
ciutadella menorca. spain
For dessert, why not try the famous Spanish flan (cream caramel) or the equally mouthwatering Arroz Con Leche (rice pudding). And if you want to finish your meal with a digestif, look no further than a delicious Spanish brandy. Half the price of its French cousins and yet often much smoother and richer.
See below for some Spanish language words and phrases to help you find your perfect holiday meal in Spain...
Useful Phrases when Eating Out
| English |
Spanish |
| Do you have a table? |
Tiene una mesa? |
| are you ready to order? |
Están listos para ordenar? |
| What is it? |
Qué es? |
| how much is it? |
cuánto es? |
| I would like ... |
Me gustaria… |
| The day's special |
El plato del día |
| And to drink? |
Para beber? |
| Beer |
Una cerveza |
| A bottle of red wine |
una botella de vino tinto |
| orange juice |
jugo de naranja |
| A jug of water |
jarro de agua |
| sparkling / still |
con gaz / sin gaz |
| Tea |
té |
| Coffee |
café |
| With milk |
con leche |
| cheers |
salud |
| I'm vegetarian |
Yo soy vegetariano |
| I'm allergic to ... |
Soy alérgico a |
| It was very good |
Es muy bueno |
| the bill/check, please |
La cuenta, por favor |
|
|
|
|
|
