Spanish cuisine is heavily influenced by seafood available from the waters that surround the country, and reflects the country's deep Mediterranean roots. The essential ingredient for real Spanish cooking is olive oil, as Spain produces 44% of the world's olives. A modern Spanish cook can not do without potatoes, tomatoes, peppers and beans.
There are many dishes of lamb and veal, but - perhaps a bit surprising considering its geographic location - Madrid is a real paradise for the lovers of any kind of fish. It has the second biggest fish market in the world (behind Tokyo), and as well in shops as in many Restaurants you will find an ample selection and extraordinary quality. Ideally fitting to such a meal are the young and aromatic wines from the region, Vinos de Madrid. To finish your dinner in a very typical way, try a cup of Anisado de Chinchón, anisette schnapps.
Spain's formidable variety of quality wines remain little known outside the country. Spain produces about 11 unique varieties that range from the generous dry wines, through to the sparkling wines, the rose and the valuable gran reservas. There is a Spanish wine for every occasion and every type of meal.
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