Learn About Spain

The culture and cuisine of Spain is constantly changing, and I'd like to keep you up to date on the latest developments. This week, learn about a bumper acorn crop for Ibérico pigs, the effects of climate change on artisan products, booming Madrid food culture, and the threat of corporate domination of Spain's food industry, and how we can help.

First some good news, Spain has acorns...

Spain is famous for simple, healthy ingredients – they even put olive oil in their cookies for heaven’s sake! Here are six healthy Spanish foods that are so tasty you will forget that they are good for you.

1. Little Fishes

Small fish like sardines and anchovies are so tasty and so good for you! With plenty of...

We have found such a kaleidoscope of experiences in Catalonia. Of course, there is vibrant Barcelona, which is the most cosmopolitan of all the cities of Spain. Not far from the French border that is marked by the snow-capped Pyrenees, Barcelona has a familiar feel for those who have traveled in Europe. Strolling down the broad Ramblas boulevard, we have seen everything from stalls featuring...

An old friend of mine told me that a cruise he was taking with some family and friends ended in Barcelona. “If I had ten days more and wanted to show them the Spain I love, where do you suggest we go?” This is what I suggested, and I have included quotes from him after he returned home to Texas.

Day 1 - Barcelona

To start, rent a car at the Barcelona Airport, the...