The Origin, a myth. Three different stories about the origin of tapas have been told. They begun in Andalucia , but how? We leave it to you to pick!
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King Alfonso X's loved drinking and his doctor advised him to have some bites of food while shipping to stave off an irritable bowel syndrome. Tapas are result of his mythical edict that all in his realm should eat little plates of food while drink.
Andalusian bartenders used to cover the glass of wine with a tapa (Some food slice of bread) on windy days to avoid the dust or sand to go in the customer's drink.
When bartender served the Sherry they did it with a saucer on the top to keep the flies out - ham, cheese or olives - the saltiness would keep them thirsty. Plus their generosity attracted customers back!!
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Nevertheless, Tapas have always been traditionally and usually food to go with drinks that both perfectly reflect the outward-looking Spain and capture the innate sense of adventure of the home cooking.
Think that if want proper tapas, you do not need anymore an excuse to go to Spain, MF Catering will offer you a wide range of tapas for you party or event. Tapas would not disappoint anyone, there is always something for everyone - a little of spice, a little of seafood or meat for those who like it!.
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Wild Mushrooms with Black Tiger Prawns in Turmeric Sauce
Bruschetta Two Ways (Two slices)
Spanish Omelette
Serrano Ham and Fig Compote served in Toasted bread & Rocket
Fried Chorizo and Chicken & Padron Peppers
Traditional Spanish Potato Salad served with Roasted Pepper on Toasted Bread
Black Tiger Prawns served with White Asparagus Soup
Squid Ink Croquettes (2 units)
Tempura Baby Squid
Serrano Ham Croquettes (2 units)
Chicken Croquettes (2 units)
Deep Fried Cube Potatoes topped with Brava Sauce
Deep Fried Cube Potatoes topped with homemade Garlic Mayo
Chorizo cooked in Apple Cider & Caramelised Onions
Aubergine, Brie & Chocolate Balsamic vinegar
Escalivada: roasted vegetables served in a toasted bread & Olive Oil
Granada's Salad: Pomegranate, Goat Cheese, Lamb's Lettuce, Quince Jelly & Walnuts
Gorgonzola Cheese, Quince Jelly & Pumpkin Quiche
Chorizo Paste Toast served Manchego Cheese & Honey
Chicken & Dijon's Whole grain mustard, Goat Cheese, Prunes on a Toast
Mackerel Escabeche served on Flat Bread
Pan-fried Garlic Chicken Bites
Salmon Tartar served with Asparagus Cous-Cous
Homemade Bread and Olives Selection
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