Whether you've visited other areas of Spain or not, you will be impressed with the cuisine you'll enjoy on a trip to Granada. The ingredients and combinations of foods featured in main dishes, appetizers, tapas, and even desserts reflect Granada's unique geographical location.

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If you’re planning your first trip to Madrid, you’ve probably done some research on the variety of flavorful tapas and traditional dishes served at bars and restaurants throughout the city. You have a lot of interesting and delicious cuisine to look forward to trying, and discovering your favorite Spanish specialties is one of the many delights of a visit to Madrid. >> Read more <<

At first glance, vegetarians traveling in Madrid may be concerned about what appears to be a very meat-centric cuisine. Pork, chicken and wild fowl, lamb, beef and other meats do feature predominately in many traditional Madrid dishes. Yet there are plenty of opportunities for vegetarians and health conscious travelers to enjoy delicious and flavorful plant-based foods, too.

One of the best strategies for enjoying vegetarian cuisine in Madrid is to take advantage of vegetarian tapas. The majority of tapas in Madrid do feature meat, but there are plenty of delicious vegetarian tapas to choose from, as well. >> Read more <<

The best? Maybe.

Really fresh? Definately. Few restaurants are fresher.

Romerijo specializes in fresh fish and have been perfecting the art since opening in 1952. Romerijo has several locations in the immediate vicinity, in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Spain and another in Sevilla, Spain.

El Puerto de Santa Maria is a cozy, untouristy, off-the-beaten-path yet historic town that's a quick 10 minute drive from the even more historic city of Cadiz. Based on a local recommendation, the Romerijo restaurant I visited is the one situating itself on the corner of Calle Ribera Del Marisco, one of the roads parallel to the river. The Romerijo company has other restaurants next door - literally cornering the market. >> Read more <<

I saw this picture and immediately started to salivate like Pavlov's dogs drooling at the sound of a dinner bell.

I had never heard of paella until being introduced to it near Malaga in Andalucia during my first trip to Spain. Now paella is a requirement on every trip because getting good paella in the United States is not easy.

When the paella comes in a big pan like this, right off the stove, it is going to be good. Each chef makes paella slightly different, but the result is usually the same. All paella is good!

With a pitcher of sangria on the side, this is the perfect meal.

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When menus get translated into English for the tourists, sometimes things don't go well.

These 4 menus prove it.

What are "fried kids"? Hansel and Gretel watch out!

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After shopping in the large El Corte Inglés on the Plaça de Catalunya square (one of several of the chain's store in Barcelona), head to the top floor for both a quick meal and a great view.  From the windows, you can see Plaça de Catalunya square down below.

No habla Spanish?  The restaurant has a tourist-friendly self-service section where you get a tray and load it up with food items.

Another section of the restaurant consists of items ordered off of a menu and is attended by waitstaff.  For that, you'll should be able to at least attempt to order in Spanish.

Try to get seating near the windows of this El Corte Inglés restaurant. The view is spectacular above the Plaça de Catalunya square. >> Read more <<

Boquerones are a popular tapas choice. 'Boquerones' in english means 'white anchovies.' Even if you detest anchovies, give boquerones a chance. They're not as strong and are usually served in a combination of olive oil and vinegar.

Sometimes fried, boquerones are most commonly served uncooked.

Yes, raw!

Don't worry. The fish will be filleted, not whole like other types of anchovie meals. When in Spain, expect fresh fish caught locally. >> Read more <<

Flickr, a website where users can create photo galleries, is a great place to share your Spain vacation photos.

One user, John Picken, has posted his excellent collection of Seville (Sevilla) photos. The photo set shows many engaging photo angles of the things tourists are likely to see in Seville. I've selected 8 that exemplify the Seville tapas experience.

Tapas are small portions of food served at small tapas bars. The pictures show typical tapas bars in Seville and some common tapas foods. Found throughout Seville and other parts of Spain, tapas bars are about socializing more than eating. It's not uncommon for standing-height tables with or without bar stools to be the only place to eat. Everyone is happy to stand around and chat. >> Read more <<