Spanish cuisine is distinguished by the traditional use of olive oil as the vegetable - and lard as the animal fat in the preparation of dishes, as well as the inclusion of a wide variety of fruit and vegetables introduced by Moorish culture, plus other ingredients, such as the potato and tomato imported from the New World.

For a real taste of Spain, use tapas as a starter to a meal, then serve one of these dishes, followed by a Spanish dessert. Accompany with a good Rioja or Ribera del Duero, or make Spanish sangria. Paella - the most famous Spanish food