This book is a fascinating journey through a distinctive cuisine. The introduction describes Spain's food and cooking tradition, the staple Spanish ingredients and how to use them, including olives and olive oil, vegetables, and herbs and spices. The heart of the book, however, is a recipe collection of over 65 classic and regional dishes with plenty of variety to suit any occasion from weekday suppers to entertaining. Popular family Spanish recipes are included, such as Gazpacho, Escalivada, Seafood Paella, Skewered Lamb with Red Onion, and Sorbete de Limon, as well as lesser-known dishes such as Asturian Fabada and the delicious Catalan Spiced Duck with Pears. Every recipe is shown in detailed step-by-step sequences with a glorious photograph of each finished dish. From family meals to celebration feasts this book will ensure you can prepare Spanish food with confidence and style.