There’s something magical about a recipe that brings people together, and this Spanish pork recipe does just that. As a chef, I’ve always believed that food is a bridge to memories, emotions, and cherished moments shared with family and friends.

When it comes to easy Spanish recipes, Pimientos del Padrón are one of my favorites to prepare and share. These small green peppers bring a sense of excitement to any meal—they’re quick to make, full of flavor, and sometimes pack a spicy surprise!

As a chef, few dishes embody the essence of Spanish cuisine like a classic Spanish rice recipe. In Spain, rice is much more than a side dish; it's often the star of the meal, bringing family and friends together around a flavorful, vibrant creation.

As a chef, few things are more satisfying than creating a dish that brings people together. In Spain, food is an essential part of our culture, serving as the centerpiece for family gatherings, celebrations, and moments shared with friends. Today, I want to share a recipe close to my heart: Spanish meatballs.

When I think of Spanish gastronomy, pulpo a la gallega always holds a special place in my heart. This dish, originating from the beautiful region of Galicia, is more than just food; it’s a representation of the Spanish way of life—sharing simple, high-quality ingredients with loved ones, enjoying every bite, and creating memories around the table.

When it comes to spanish gastronomy, few dishes embody tradition and comfort as much as the tortilla de patatas. This humble dish has graced Spanish tables for generations, bringing families and friends together.

I thought to myself “I have just brought eggs benedict to a whole another lever”. I was full of pride.

The Basque region has brought to us the best Spanish chefs, restaurants, and a whole range of innovative cooking techniques. This fish dish, though, is as traditional as it gets.

We don’t only tin tuna in Spain, we have an array of recipes for it. This is one of the recipes my mother cooks at home all the time. She makes a very tasty sauce but, with all respect to my mum, she overcooks the fish to death in a very old fashioned way. I don’t blame her, that is just as how she learnt to cook it! This is my fresher and lighter version of this home classic, which I will cook for her soon; let’s see what she thinks.

This dish was commonly found in northern Spain and was always cooked in the spring with the new lamb season. It’s one of those ugly brown but very tasty slow-cooked stews Spain is famous for.

We also use other meats for this dish, such as goat or chicken.

Today you hardly ever find it in restaurants and only makes it as a family meal cooked mainly by grandmas.

Artichokes are a special vegetable and they have a liquorice flavour that nothing compares to. In this case, pork is very subtle and not so full of flavour, so there is a nice harmony between the two.

I am a proud “Madrileño” and in my hometown we pride ourselves on how good our patatas bravas are. There is something so special about traditions, they are there for a reason and are unquestionable in a community.

This is a showstopper of a langoustines, prawns, squid and clams paella! One dish that will transport you straight into the Mediterranean coast of Spain, sun glasses on, holiday mood on, over 30 degrees, a light breeze to make it easier (I give you that) , vino blanco to hand and your family around the table.

If you want to bring any seafood paella or dish to the next level, there isn’t a shortcut for it, you need to master this technique.

Made with the leftovers from the “cocido” stew, it contains a lot of different meats and chickpeas, but really it is the broth that results from the simmer of all those ingredients what gives this dish it’s distinctive flavour which is finished in the oven.