
The tapas tradition has evolved in
Spain through the incorporation
of ingredients from many different
cultures and countries. At the entrance
to the mediterranean, the spanish
enjoyed fanatastic meats and
seafoods to begin with. The 4th century
Romans introduced irrigation and
olives; the 8th century Moors brought
almonds, citrus fruits, fragrant spices;
and the discovery of the Americas
brought tomatoes, sweet and chili
peppers, corn, beans and potatoes.
The serving of tapas became
manadatory in Spain when a Spanish
King, Alfonso the Wise, “recovered
from an illness by drinking wine mixed
with small dishes between meals”,
subsequently making it a crime to
serve alcohol without tapas dishes!
Tapas are very strongly fl avored with
garlic, chilies or paprika, cumin, salt,
pepper, saffron and usually in plentiful
amounts of olive oil.
The serving of tapas is designed to
encourage conversation because
people are not so focused upon
eating an entire meal, and it is
customary for diners to stand and
move about while eating.
We love our Tapas at the Terra Ross
Wine Club – and we know you will too.
We have one (or two) for everyone!