Spanish Cooking at Home

Written on July 21st, 2025

Learn how to cook a variety of Spanish dishes from your kitchen with our authentic and inspired recipes, follow our top tips for an easy tapas dinner spread and enjoy our recommendations of wines from Spain.

Spanish Recipes

Spanish Spiced Pork Bites

A classic recipe for a light meal or addition to your summer spread, with a coriander, cumin and paprika spice mix that adds a delicious depth of flavour.

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Strawberry and Elderflower Sangria

A twist on the traditional Spanish sangria! Flavours of strawberry, lemon, elderflower and orange in this fruity and refreshing rosé sangria.

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Chicken and Chorizo Paella

Perfect for sharing and cooking at home any day of the week. Chicken and chorizo paella is a super easy dish to make that tastes amazing!

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Trio Of Tapas

A collection of small plates that fit in any dinner party spread. Includes: fried calamari, Spanish spicy potatoes and maple chorizo in red wine.

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Top Tips for an Easy Tapas Dinner Spread

If you’re inspired by Spanish cooking, create your own tapas feast this summer for your friends and family to enjoy, mix and match your tapas dishes and enjoy with a glass of sangria for a real taste of Spain. Follow our top tips for hosting and cooking at home which will leave your guests wanting more!

  • You’ll need a selection of serving platters and different sized bowls or ramekins to serve your tapas in.
  • As a rule, two or three tapas per person is usually enough.
  • Organise your menu beforehand to ensure you have a variety of recipes to suit your guests, all the right ingredients and enough serving dishes.
  • Create an authentic atmosphere by playing Spanish music.
  • If you’re making a cocktail or sangria, choosing one option e.g. rosé sangria is easiest, then serve a selection of soft drinks and wine.

Our Recommendations of Beer and Wines from Spain

Care Garnacha Nativa
This wine has clean, strong aromas of ripe red and black fruit with a touch of coffee on the nose.

Ramón Bilbao Rosado
An award-winning rose from the famous Ramon Bilbao house in Rioja. This is a crisp, dry rose with a hint of raspberry on the nose and palate.

Estrella Galicia World Larger
A bright golden beer crafted from a selection of malts and bitter hops. Pair with cheeses, chicken and fish stews.

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