Tour of Spain: Valencia, The Birth of Paella December 1, 2010

Have you ever wanted to get to know Spain a little more intimately, but just didn’t have all your ducks in a row to take a vacation? Now’s your chance– let us transport you there. In Spain, there are several regions, five of which we will explore through this series. Every area is famous for something different, whether it’s bullfighting or paella, tapas or nightlife, it can all be found in this one country, so sit back while we run the show and guide you through Valencia, the third largest city in Spain, which is also highly regarded for their wonderful seafood and magnificent architecture. We will explore the bountiful vegetable gardens, fragrant orange groves and prided rice paddies, and learn how to incorporate seafood, vegetables and meat into traditional Valencian meals bursting with flavorful spices and rich, vibrant colors that will add a little fiesta to any table.

Recipes:Paella Valeciana; Escalivada; Arnadi; Agua de Valencia

Wine:Moscatel from Marina Alta, the pride of Valencia and one of the oldest known wine grapes in the world

Class Type: Series, hands-on cooking class

Class Notes: Part of a 5 part series on Spanish cuisine showcasing different regional specialties

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