What Are Tapas?

Tapas are Spanish appetizers or hors d'oeuvres, a few of these tasty little dishes selected from an infinite variety can make a full meal.

Long before the discovery of America it was obligatory for innkeepers to serve food with wine, so a tasty morsel of cured ham, chorizo, cheese or olives were served on a small plate which covered the jug of wine like a lid, top or "tapa."

Tapas are an extension of the spontaneous Spanish character, chosen and eaten at whim, accompanied by wine, sherry, beer or sangria, to be shared with friends in a convivial setting, with folk songs, dance and lively conversation.

What Is A Porron?

Porron
[pawr-RAWN]
A Spanish glass wine container with a narrow, pointed spout that shoots a stream of wine directly into a drinker's mouth. The concept is similar to that of the goatskin bota bag from Spain. The use of a porron takes skill and good guzzling ability to keep up with the steady stream of wine!