Tour Spain to Understand Some Culinary Authenticity of Spain
Spain has always caught attention of gastronomists and the country is an important spots on the radar of foodies, wherever they belong to. Spain is not just famous for experimental techniques that are used by the cutting-edge chefs of the country, but the traditions of cuisines and ingredients that are used in Spanish dishes are responsible for a taste that is available nowhere else.
A specialty is has led to attract people who come here for a culinary-focused travel. These people like to explore till the depth of what kind of aroma and flavor’s a Spanish dish can offer.
Spanish Spices, the Saffron and Paprika Route
The Spanish spices tour takes people for culinary vacations that focus on two integral spices that are used in most of the Spanish dishes. During this tour, you are taken to see the harvested peppers being transformed into Spanish paprika. Tourists are also made to attend an annual saffron harvest that takes place in La Mancha.
An age-old technique of harvesting is used to produce one of the world’s most expensive spices — saffron. The procedure includes picking and peeling of the flowers using hand and you will be thrilled to see this method of saffron production.
The tour takes you to various local destinations in Spain and you are also told about the way of using these spices in a way that the spice can cater to aroma of a dish. You will also be able to attend Festival de la Rosa del Azafran, where a event takes place that celebrates saffron and those labors who are responsible for producing it.
Wine Roads: Rioja & Ribera del Duero
This tour greatly appeals to oenophiles, those who pay heavy emphasis on wine while they are on culinary explorations of Spain. You’ll be able to tour the bodegas (better understood as Spanish wineries) and also taste their products as you proceed. Winemaker dinners during the trip feature some regional dishes that can be complimented with wine, such as roast suckling lamb, that pairs quite well with local wines.
You’ll also be able to visit San Sebastian. A pintxos (Basque tapas) crawl that takes place in the Casco Viejo’s historic quarter and dinner at the Michelin’s three-star restaurant named Arzak is also featured in the tour. You can go for this seven-day tour anytime during the year.
Culinary tours are a great way to understand the cuisine and culture of Spain. There is so much to taste and understand about Spanish Spices that you can take more than one tours and still enjoy the culinary world of Spain.
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