| Tapas
Workshops TAPAS
is not so much a distinct cuisine as a way of eating. Little morsels of food are
taken over a long period in an informal setting and atmosphere. Originally a slice
of jamón serrano (cured ham) was served on a glass of sherry to keep the
flies out; tapa is the Spanish word for cover or lid. Over a period of time the
range of accompaniments were extended to the huge range available today.
Tapas
are unlimited by size, ingredient or fixed sequence within a meal; and therefore
very difficult to define. They may be liquid or solid: a soup is also a tapa;
with or without a sauce, complex or simple. They present a wealth of choice, colour,
aroma and uninhibited experimentation - truly a diner's delight.
Although
quintessentially Spanish, Tapas are so well-suited to today's style of casual
eating, that they have caught the popular imagination outside Spain. A selection
of Tapas is ideal for an interesting informal meal, and they are wonderful fare
for a party, buffet, picnic or barbecue. Most can be made quickly and easily,
a great many can be made in advance and served at room temperature while others
can be partly prepared and then finished at the last minute before serving. For
anyone who loves experimenting in the kitchen Tapas are a great source of fun
and we enjoy arranging everything for you to make 15 - 20 different dishes during
a day at the Cooking School.
Dishes
cooked on a recent Tapas Workshop: | 
