What you need for Spanish cooking

Ingredients and technique

Spanish cuisine consists of many delicious ingredients. Whether fresh fruit and vegetables, all kinds of meat, or a variety of fish and seafood, and the world's best paella rice. It is important that everything is prepared naturally and freshly to preserve the authentic flavour.

The best paella rice

In the stunningly beautiful green Pego Valley, surrounded by magnificent mountain landscapes and blessed with a mild Mediterranean climate, one of the world's finest varieties of paella rice grows and ripens: Bomba. Its unique aroma, flavour and special consistency make it truly exceptional.

Fruit and vegetables

Fresh fruit and vegetables are available here in Spain at all markets and supermarkets. The selection is very large and the quality and taste are excellent.

Wine Country Spain

Spain offers a wide variety of first-class, exquisite wines. Wine connoisseurs appreciate the quality of Spanish wines. The mild climate and nutrient-rich soils make Spanish wines so special.

Olive oil

Many dishes in Spain are prepared with olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil (cold-pressed to preserve all vitamins and flavours) is used for this purpose.

Fish and seafood

Fresh fish and seafood are an important part of Spanish cuisine, whether as tapas, starters or main courses. There are a variety of regional dishes that are delicious and healthy.

Sausage and meat

Although Spain offers a wide variety of fish and seafood, Spaniards are also meat eaters. They always buy large quantities of meat. There are hearty sausages and delicious meat dishes.

The specialty, Serrano ham

Spain is famous for its unique Serrano ham. The meat comes from pigs. It is salted and air-dried. It comes in various sizes and qualities.

Technology and equipment

The equipment used to prepare the dishes is similar to that used in German cuisine. There are a few special items, such as the paella pan. It is very flat and comes in different sizes, for gas or ceramic hobs.

What you need for Spanish cooking

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