This dish has all the elements of the perfect Christmas centerpiece, if it wasn’t for the fact it is just too easy to prepare. You know how complicated we like to make it when it comes to Christmas – nothing can take half an hour.

Serve with some fluffy steamed rice or lots of bread to dip into the rich sauce.

Chocolate and black olive truffles

rice pudding for six people

Serves four people as a tapa. If you have any of this left over it makes the perfect garnish for roasted chicken, a steak or even can lift a boring pasta dish.

Tapas is much easier than people think and these days you can find any Spanish ingredient in your local supermarket. Figs are at their peak right now; make sure you pick up some soft and sweet ones. This recipe is ideal as a tapa for 4 people.

With beer batter and saffron alioli. Serve in a tray or a glass with all the lollipops facing up and the aioli on a little ramekin for people to dip it themselves.

For this recipe you can use any greens you like. I cook this at home very often as I always have some Jamon Serrano and Manchego cheese, a must in any fridge. Ideal as a tapa for 4 people.

With honey mustard mayonnaise. Serve the skewers in a tray with the mayo on the side for people to dip as much or as little as they like.

Pomegranate and Spanish olives salad with chicory endive. Perfect as a tapa for 4 people. This is a traditional salad from Andalucia, the biggest producer of olives in the world, with the seasonal pomegranate that you can find in the supermarkets from September until February.

 As a Spanish chef, I'm thrilled to share this authentic pollo con aceitunas recipe that brings the essence of Spanish home cooking to your table. This chicken thighs olives combination (pollo con le olive) is one of those magical dishes that transforms everyday ingredients into something extraordinary.

Pan-fried sea bass with Spanish olives, piquillo peppers and dry Sherry. Preparation time: 5 minutes, cooking time: 20 minutes.

Broad (fava) beans are widely consumed all over Spain. We love to eat them in many ways: in stews, soups, and paellas, or even raw and salted as a snack. The tender seeds within the pod are delicious. The younger they are, the better, but obviously the more expensive, too.

What makes this recipe truly special is its ability to bring people together. Whether you're hosting a tapas night or preparing a romantic dinner, these garlic prawns never fail to create moments of joy and connection around the table.

What makes this cod with peas and parsley truly special is how it brings people together. Whether you're serving it for a casual family dinner or hosting friends, this Spanish cod recipe creates moments of joy around the table. The green sauce, made vibrant with fresh parsley peas, transforms simple cod into something extraordinary.

What makes this recipe truly special is its ability to bring people together. Whether you're hosting a casual Sunday lunch or an elegant dinner party, there's something mesmerizing about bringing a steaming pan of seafood fideua to the table, watching your guests' eyes light up as they discover this lesser-known Spanish treasure.

As a Spanish chef, there's something magical about the way clams, sherry, and jamón come together in this classic dish. This recipe holds a special place in my heart, as it represents the perfect marriage of Spain's coastal bounty with our cherished inland tradition of cured ham.

Today, I'm sharing my treasured family traditional spanish tortilla recipe- the very same one that has delighted countless guests at my restaurants and cooking classes. I've simplified it for home cooking while maintaining its authentic charm. Trust me, once you master this recipe, it will become your go-to dish for creating memorable moments with loved ones.

In Spain, we love squid it in all its ways, not just in the ubiquitous deep-fried version. In this unusual salad you will find the saltiness of the pan-fried squid and chorizo combined with the bitterness of the chicory and the acidity of the sherry vinegar is a match made in heaven.

When I prepare these Moorish pork skewers in my London kitchen, the aromatic blend of spices fills the air, creating an atmosphere that brings people together. It's amazing how these simple skewers can transform an ordinary gathering into a memorable Spanish feast. The beauty of these pinchos morunos lies in their ability to transport you to a bustling Spanish tapas bar with just one bite.