Category Archives: Spain

Albóndigas en Salsa de Almendra – Meatballs in Almond Sauce

Posted on August 5, 2011 by

A friend asked that I make him something different for his tapas birthday party and decided on these meatballs.  They originate from Catalonia, Spain and they deserve an Ole!

Posted in Appetizers, Meats, Party Menus, Spain, Tapas | 19 Comments

Patatas a la Importancia – Potatoes “of Importance”

Posted on August 2, 2011 by

I have been absent from posting and commenting for a little while and I must apologize to all of you that I follow.  For a moment there I lost my “mojo” and was a little out of it as I … Continue reading →

Posted in Meats, Spain, Tapas, Vegetarian | 11 Comments

Arroz Negro con Pulpo y Camarones a la Parrilla – Black Rice with Grilled Octopus and Shrimp

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

I remember the first time I saw my Mom make this dish I ran.  The way it’s made in Puerto Rico the rice is grey and it was not very appealing.  The squid comes in its own ink and it’s canned.  Not … Continue reading →

Posted in Latin Traditional, Puerto Rican - Tipico, Rice/Risotto, Seafood, Spain | 16 Comments

Tumbet Mallorquin – Majorcan Baked Vegetables

Posted on May 30, 2011 by

Right now I am having a love affair between two chefs.  Call it a foodie “Ménage à trois “.  Chef Eric Ripert of the famous Le Bernadin Restaurant (my all time favorite) and Chef Jose Andres’  TV show,  Made in Spain. … Continue reading →

Posted in International Dishes, Spain, Uncategorized, Vegetarian | 21 Comments

My Picnic in Manhattan – Spanish White Bean Omelette with Serrano Ham Powder- Tortilla de Judias Blancas con Polvo de Jamon Serrano

Posted on May 16, 2011 by

I live In Manhattan, the West Village, New York University area.  A city that has everything to offer. If you cross West Houston you are in Soho. Near the Lower East Side, a few blocks away from China Town and Little … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast/Brunch, Children's Menus, International Dishes, Spain, Tapas | 18 Comments