Latin Fusion and Tapas Cuisine Cookbook |
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| Author:
| Valencia, Guillermo |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4905-6210-0 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2012 |
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $43.43 |
Book Description:
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he origin of the word "tapas" is a hotly debated topic. The most widely accepted version holds that tapas originated in Andalusia, a region famous for its sherry wine. Patrons at local bars would cover their glasses with slices of bread between sips in order to prevent intrepid flies from landing in the sweet wine. Bartenders soon put small snacks atop the bread, and tapas, from the Spanish verb tapar meaning to cover, were born. Now tapas restaurants around the world continue the...
More Descriptionhe origin of the word "tapas" is a hotly debated topic. The most widely accepted version holds that tapas originated in Andalusia, a region famous for its sherry wine. Patrons at local bars would cover their glasses with slices of bread between sips in order to prevent intrepid flies from landing in the sweet wine. Bartenders soon put small snacks atop the bread, and tapas, from the Spanish verb tapar meaning to cover, were born. Now tapas restaurants around the world continue the tradition of small, shareable bites to enjoy with wine and friends.