Tarta de Santiago (Spanish Almond Cake)

Tarta de Santiago is a simple cake hailing from Spain. It’s made with typical Spanish ingredients like eggs, sugar, almonds and lemon and is ready in about 35 minutes.  About Tarta de Santiago Tarta de Santiago, translated as the “Cake of Saint James,” is a traditional dessert originating from the Galicia region of Spain. Made … Read more

Spanish Pisto (Spanish Ratatouille)

This Spanish Pisto is like a ratatouille (stewed vegetables), it’s spiced with some paprika and served with an egg on top. It’s simple and ready in 40 minutes. What is Spanish Pisto? Spanish Pisto, often referred to as “Spanish Ratatouille,” is a traditional Spanish dish originating from the region of La Mancha. It’s essentially a … Read more

Sopa de Ajo (Spanish Garlic Bread Soup)

Sopa de Ajo, also known as Spanish Garlic Soup, is a rustic, traditional soup from Spain, particularly popular in the regions of Castile and León. It is often considered a “peasant” dish due to its simple ingredients that are affordable and commonly found in Spanish kitchens: garlic, stale bread, paprika, and broth.  About Sopa de … Read more

Spanish Potato Salad (Ensalada Rusa)

This Spanish potato salad, known as Ensalada Rusa, makes for a deliciously hearty lunch. It’s made with potatoes, carrots, boiled eggs, tuna and mayonnaise and is ready in just 30 minutes. About Ensalada Rusa You’ll find Ensalada Rusa in many Spanish tapas bars and it includes potatoes, carrots, eggs and often tuna and peas. You’ll … Read more