It would be a mistake to take classic Spanish meals such as a tortilla for granted. But making a top class, terrific tortilla is not child’s play.

When the sun shines, even in winter, sitting out to eat Spanish food is one of the joys of being in Spain.

It is two years the culinary world of Spain mourned the passing of the award winning Catalan chef Santi Santamaria.

Citrus fruit has always played a big part in Spanish cooking. The orange has been used in Spanish cooking for centuries.

If a bar or restaurant is serving good quality Navajas (clams) then I will be at the head of the queue.

It would be possible to eat the very best of Spanish food without leaving the popular destination of Barcelona.

It is undeniable that the Romans knew a thing or two about cooking. Their influence is everywhere in Spain.

I have seen people throw away Spanish wine that has been left in the bottle from the night before. A criminal act in my opinion. Don’t loose it, use it.

The stretch of the Costa Blanca around Denia is packed full of International restaurants. But can you find quality Spanish food in an area more readily associated with tourism?

We discuss the difference between the Spanish and British lunch cultures. What are your opinions?