Strawberry Sangria

Anyone else ready for another weekend? If so, we've got an especially seasonal riff on the sultry Spanish sipper that'll get everyone in the mood...for what, you tell us.

5 hrs 30 mins

Morir Soñando

“To die dreaming” is what this moniker means. And that's exactly what you'll want to do after succumbing to this spiked creamsicle cocktail.

5 mins

Easy Gazpacho

Perhaps the easiest gazpacho recipe ever, this Spanish classic will have you swearing off takeout all summer long.

20 mins

Bacon Manchego Cheese Burger

We're bringing back fusion cuisine in style with this unabashedly American burger and its Spanish-inspired accoutrements.

30 mins

Sautéed Bacon, Mushrooms, and Lentils

It may seem criminal to bathe the walloping nutrition of lentils and mushrooms in anything but wholesomeness, but there's something to be said for quality of life. Hello, bacon!

1 hr

Peruvian Roast Chicken

This anything-but-boring bird borrows its Peruvian accent from a technicolor dream coat of paprika, lemon, garlic, and cumin.

1 hr 45 mins

Romesco Sauce

Some consider this Catalan classic to be the great Spanish acquisition considering how it's so very versatile (and vegetarian).

20 mins

Octopus with Paprika

Octopus with paprika, aka pulpo a la Gallega, is pretty much ubiquitous at bars and restaurants in Spain. There's a reason for that.

45 mins

Where You Going? Barcelona? Oh.

David recounts the misery of a lunatic cab driver, a broken down train, a snarky airline rep, and the joy of traveling coach on his way to Barcelona.

Calamari à la Plancha

Sounds a lot more compelling than "squid cooked over hot coals"! Or, in this case, cast iron skillets. Our recipe tester Sofia swears this is just like what they serve in her native Portugal.

25 mins

Paella

Paella, the classic Spanish dish, is given the full treatment here. You don't need a paella pan to make this paella recipe, either. A Dutch oven will do.

1 hr 45 mins

Serrano Ham-Chicken Fritters ~ Croquetas

These irresistible croquettes, made with ham and chicken, are a favorite in Spanish tapas bars. A great hors d'oeuvre, after-school snack, or nibble.

1 hr 15 mins