Spain!

Ingredients From New World

TomatoPotato

Sweet PotatoVanilla

ChocolateBeans

ZucchiniPeppers

Agricultural Production

Largest producer of olives in worldChief agricultural products:

Barley PotatoesMilk TomatoesOlives WheatOranges Grapes

Poor soil and dry climate results in low production.

LivestockSheep main livestock Europe’s leading fishing country

Fishing industry includes:MusselsSardinesCodAnchoviesSquid

Wine

Spain has over 2.9 million acres (over 1.17 million hectares) planted3rd largest producer of wine in the

worldFrance is #1Italy is #2

Imbedded In CultureIn Spain, winemakers often use the Spanish

word “elaborar” (to elaborate) As oposed to fabricar (to produce/make) This relates to the philosophy of“the winemaker acts as more of a nurturer of

the grapes and wine rather than as a producer”

Classifications By AgeCrianza red wines are aged for 2 years with at least 6

months in oak. Whites and rosés must be aged for at least 1 year with at least 6 months in oak.[5]

Reserva red wines are aged for at least 3 years with at least 1 year in oak. Reserva whites and rosés must be aged for at least 2 years with at least 6 months in oak.[5]

Gran Reserva wines typically appear in above average vintages with the red wines requiring at least 5 years aging, 18 months of which in oak and a minimum of 36 months in the bottle. Gran Reserva whites and rosés must be aged for at least 4 years with at least 6 months in oak

Consumption

9th overall in consumption of alcohol 10.06 gallons or38 liters a year

Grape Varieties

400 varieties planted throughout Spain80% of country's wine comes from 20

grapesTempranillo, Albariño, Garnacha,

Palomino, Airen, Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel•lo, Cariñena and Monastrell

Wine Regions14,000 vineyards150 Wineries

Ribera del Duero Known for their Tempranillo production

ValdepeñasDrank by HemingwayKnown for high quality at low price

Jerez de la FronteraHome of the Fortified wine

Sherry15-22% ABV

GaliciaVineyards in Galicia are influenced by the high

humidity and close proximity to the Atlantic

Spanish Way of Cooking

Culinary MethodsRoastingGrilling BroilingPicklingMarinade Stews

• Frying and Deep Frying

• Boiling

• Baking

• Jams, Jellies, Honey, and

Alcohol Preserves

• Drying and Salting

HerbsAnise Widely used to flavor cakes and herbal teas. It

is also the main ingredient and name of a traditional Spanish liquor.

Aromatic Herbs Thyme, Rosemary, Oregano, Basil, Dill, Chamomile, Mint, Peppermint; Most common herbs for stews, salads, making sauces, teas as well as liquors.

Cumin Grows mostly in the Spanish Mountains. Used for pharmaceutical properties and in stews.

Parsley Used for garnish, and elements of various sauces for meats and fish. You can get it for free from butchers, greengrocers, and fishmongers

Spices and Seasonings Cinnamon Popular in ancient times as an aphrodisiac. Mainly

used in desserts. However, also favored in stews. Cloves Used as intense flavoring in stews and dishes. It has a

therapeutic virtue, such as tooth aches. Honey Records show it has been used in Spain since the

Neolithic period in order to preserve fruits and other foods. Most popular sweetener.

Mustard Mainly for dressing on red meats. Paprika Most popular spice. In typical products, preparations,

and dishes is Spanish cuisine. Such as Chorizo or Mamitako Saffron Natural colorings and most expensive. Spain is

currently the world’s leading produce and exporter. Considered to have healing properties.

The Food AvailablePulses: Beans, Chickpeas, PeasVegetables: Artichokes, Asparagus, Carrots,

Turnips, Cucumbers, Eggplants, Lettuce, Endive, Mushrooms, Onions, Garlic, Peppers, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Pumpkins, Zucchini, Spinach

Fruits: Apples, Capers, Cherries, Carob Pods, Citrus Fruits, Chirimoyas, Dates, Figs, Grapes, Raisins, Olives (Olive Oil), Peaches, Pears, Pineapples, Plums, Pomegranates, Strawberries

Nuts: Acorns, Almonds, Chestnuts, Hazelnuts, Peanuts, Pine Nuts, Pistachios, Walnuts

Food Continued…Dairy Products: Milk, Cheese,

YogurtMeats and Sausage: Chickens,

Hens, Ham, Horse, Foal, Oxen, Cow, Bulls, Quail, Partridges, Pork, Rabbit, Hare, Sausage, Stag, Dear, Turkey

Seafood: Anchovies, Codfish, Eels, Elvers, Sea Bream, Tuna, Whale

Typical MealsBreakfast (Desayuno): Usually a hot

drink paired with a solid food of salty or sweet. Sometimes men have a small drink of alcohol. Small portions.

Midmorning Meal (Almuerzo): May consist of some kind of roll, or even small portions of stew. Paired with a glass of wine or other drinks. Little bigger portion than breakfast.

Lunch (Comida): Complete 3 course meal. Starter, main course, dessert. Wine together with water is the traditional drink. Biggest meal of the day.

Meals continued…Mid-afternoon snack (Merienda): Usually

consist of a small roll or cake with a drink. To ease the gap before dinner. Paired with a drink. Very small.

Dinner (Cena): Last meal of the day. Always with family. Same structure of Lunch. Starter, main course, dessert. Usually lighter, due to close to bedtime. Smaller than lunch, bigger than breakfast.

HistoryInfluence from other culture s

Phoenicians- saucesGreeks- olive oilRomans, Carthaginians, and JewsMoors left the biggest influence

History- Moors Moorish occupation from 711 AD- 1492 AD A sophisticated people Irrigation experts

Led to rice cultivation Almond groves

Led to almond use in sweet and savory items Refining sugar from juices Seasonings

Cinnamon, saffron, nutmeg, and others Paella and polvorones

Fish Paella

Polvornes

Dietary Food GuideNAOS pyramidPromotes

Mediterranean diet and physical activity

Eating like a Spaniard

BreakfastNot like the American breakfastLightCoffee, pastry maybe10 am

TapasThe Little Spanish Meal

Well after breakfast but before lunchSnackBar hoppingSmall plates, finger foods, hot and coldTypical tapas

LunchLargest mealBetween 1:30 – 3:30Several Courses2 – 3 hour breakSiesta includedConversation

DinnerSnack between Lunch and DinnerSmaller than LunchBetween 9pm – 12 amSocializing and bar-hopping afterwards

Custom FoodsTapasChurrosTortilla EspanolaPaella Chorizo

Spanish Holiday FoodsChristmas

Christmas Eve Lobster, lamb, suckling pigTapas

Tuna with red peppers10 pmSweets

Spanish Holiday FoodsNew Year’s Eve

CavaGrapesTraditional breakfast