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.

My mum’s swiss chard with potatoes (vegan) This is a healthy dish for a nutritious supper.

I dare you all to make a decorated paella as terrifyingly ugly as mind! I hope you can make a better job than I did!

Let me introduce you to the vegetable stock that is going to transform the taste of any vegan or vegetarian dish.

Once a week I always have a big plate of salad as a main and nothing else

Patatas a la Riojana is Rioja’s most emblematic dish!

This summery dish is the Russian version of the classic potato salad.

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.

A classic French dish that will transport you to the French Riviera we all wish we were there.

Dishes from the Canary Islands pop up every now and then in my family, particularly at my auntie’s house.

This stew is rich in flavor and is the perfect comfort food, warming and perfect for any winter day. La Rioja, where the famous Spanish wine comes from, is an incredibly fertile area where some of the best fruit and vegetables in the Iberian Peninsula are grown (and that is a big statement).

I’m launching a new series on my YouTube channel to help families cook nutritious, wholesome and affordable everyday meals for just £1!

I first tried this dish in a restaurant years ago and fall in love with it. It is not a dish that Spaniards come by often as it is a very regional dish from Valencia, the type that didn’t travel, it stayed in the region.

This dish has all the elements to be the perfect Christmas centrepiece, if it wasn't for the fact that it is just too easy to make, and you know how complicated we like to make it when it comes to Christmas – nothing can take half an hour.

In Spain we do have turkey for Christmas as well. In my family we prepare it in this really different and very special way and of all the turkeys I have tried in my life I can assure you this is the best by far! We Botox de turkey with brandy and we massage the turkey after some yoga exercises. When I say that something is the best and special is for a reason. Be prepared for a very unique Christmas turkey recipe with all the trimmings.

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.

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.