🇪🇸Bringing Spain's Delicious Delights to Your Plate!🇪🇸
Greetings, young adventurers!
First I want to make a big shout-out to one of my students who shared the delicious Greek meal she made from this series! I am so happy to see that smile! Thank you for sharing!!! 😀👍🇬🇷🙏😘 Nothing makes me happier than to see that kids actually make the things I send out! ❤️❤️❤️
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We have started summer camps this week and I am so very excited that I get to work with all the amazing kids again!
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But let’s dive right into our next journey: SPAIN 🇪🇸
We hope you're ready for another exciting culinary journey because this week, we're embarking on an exploration of the vibrant and flavorful country of Spain! With our trusty culinary passport in hand, we're about to discover the rich traditions, mouthwatering dishes, and fascinating facts about Spain.
Here are some interesting facts about Spain that will surely spark your curiosity:
Hola, España! Spain is located in southwestern Europe and is known for its diverse landscapes, ranging from beautiful beaches to towering mountains and lush green plains. It is the second largest country in Europe, next to France.
🥮Tapas Galore! One of Spain's famous culinary traditions is tapas. These are small, savory dishes that are perfect for sharing. They come in many delicious varieties, like patatas bravas (spicy potatoes), tortilla española (Spanish omelet), and croquetas (breaded and fried creamy bites).
🥘Paella Party! Spain is the birthplace of paella, a scrumptious rice dish loaded with saffron, vegetables, and various proteins like chicken, seafood, or rabbit. It's a colorful and flavorful delight that will transport your taste buds straight to Spain!
🍅La Tomatina Festival! The world’s biggest food fight! Every year, in the town of Buñol, people gather to take part in the world's largest food fight: La Tomatina! During this crazy event, participants throw tomatoes at each other for pure fun. Don't forget to wear your tomato-proof goggles! 🤓
🐂 Running of the Bulls! In July is a big festival called “Running of the Bulls” it is held in Pamplona, Spain. It is a traditional event where bulls are released into the streets, and participants try to outrun them to reach the safety of a bullring. It is a thrilling but risky spectacle that lasts a few minutes.
READ MORE about some fun facts and my connection with Spain and a cake on our website 👇
Now, let's dive into the kitchen and start preparing two iconic Spanish dishes that will make your taste buds dance with joy:
🥟Empanadas: These delicious pastries filled with a variety of ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, and cheese, are popular in Spain. Remember to fold the dough in half and crimp the edges to seal in the goodness.
Here are some fun facts:
The word empanada is derived from the Spanish verb empanar, which means to wrap or coat in bread.
The world celebrates national empanada day on April 8th.
Empanada was once known as the working man's meal because it contained a full meal that was easy to carry to work.
Empanadas are made in many different countries: For example, meat pies are known as beef patties in Jamaica, samosas in India, and pastelillos or pastelitos in Latin America and Spain. The beauty of this dish lies in the fact that there is no right or wrong way to prepare it.
🥣 Gazpacho Soup: When the weather gets hot in Spain, there's nothing more refreshing than a chilled bowl of gazpacho soup. Made with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, and a splash of vinegar, this tangy soup is a true Spanish classic.
Here are some fun facts:
Gazpacho should be drunk slightly chilled, but not iced.
December 6th is National Gazpacho Day. Which honestly is kind of strange since it is a summer soup and served cold!
Rumor has it that, before leaving on his first voyage, Christopher Columbus loaded his ships up with barrels of this old mixture.
Gazpacho was featured in TV series like Simpsons and Golden Girls.
Once you've mastered these Spanish delights, you'll be one step closer to becoming a world-class chef!
But hold on tight because our culinary journey doesn't end here. Next week, we'll be jetting off to Sweden, where we'll uncover the secrets of Swedish cuisine. Get ready to indulge in delicious meatballs and cinnamon buns!
So, pack your bags and buckle up, little adventurers. There's a world of flavors waiting for us!
Until next time,
Chef Pascal
www.bakeaustin.com