• José Andrés Named JBF's Humanitarian Of The Year

    The James Beard Foundation has named Washington D.C. chef José Andrés as their Humanitarian of the Year. The prolific, award-winning chef has long been known for his countless contributions to the food and restaurant world, from the preservation and celebration of underrepresented culinary regions in fine dining to the training and employment of thousands of D.C.-area youth,…

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  • Pair Wine With Spanish Tapas Like A Master Sommelier

    Tapas and wine: it’s a pairing so natural, we rarely consider what might elevate the flavors of your pan con tomate, jamón Ibérico or creamy croquetas. But these small plates go with a range of drinks as varied as the tapas themselves.On a recent trip to Spain’s “Tapas Trail,” a collection of villages and winemaking regions…

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  • Food Republic And Pacific Rim Host A Riesling And Pintxos Dinner In Chicago

    Earlier this week, Food Republic teamed with Pacific Rim wines and Chicago restaurant Salero to showcase how well Riesling pairs with food — particularly Spanish flavors.Around 35 invited guests from the Chicago area — among them restaurant industry members, wine buyers, distributors, social-media influencers and bloggers — joined Pacific Rim winemaker Nicolas Quillé for dinner on…

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  • Oven Lovin': Here's Katie Button's Roasted Patatas Bravas Recipe

    For masterful Spanish cooking you can replicate at home, look to chef Katie Button’s new book, named for her Asheville restaurant. Cúrate is packed with 125 recipes from the classic to the modern, tapas and drinks to main courses and desserts, with plenty of surprises in between.  You’ll find this Spanish counterpart to American French…

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  • Greg Denton And Gabrielle Quiñónez Denton Ride Ox In New Directions

    I had a suspicion that my Instagram shot of the Spaghettios" small plate at Portland, Oregon's new SuperBite might set some people off. The dish isn't controversial-looking by any stretch; in fact, it appears delicious to the tune of more than 3,000 likes and multiple "OMG" comments. But the combination of mini pasta circles with fresh…

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  • Spanish Meats 101: Jamón, Salchichón And Chorizo With Christopher Lee

    If you want to talk in depth about the European art of dry-cured meat  —and really nerd out over nuances, densities and aging, among other things — pull up a bar stool next to chef Christopher Lee. Having worked alongside industry masters Alfred Portale, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Daniel Boulud and Charlie Palmer, Lee won the James Beard Award…

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  • Basque Bites: Scallop In Its Shell

    New York City restaurant Txikito, run by chefs Alexandra Raij and Eder Montero, is an ode to the phenomenal food of Spain's famed Basque region. Whip up a few of their specialties at home with the help of The Basque Book, and you'll never throw a party without pintxos again! Cucharillas are pintxos served in spoons,…

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  • Spanish-Chic: How To Make Quinoa Paella With Shellfish

    Brendan Collins is executive chef of Birch, Larry’s, and the Corner Door in Los Angeles and just published a spectacular volume of so-called “dude food” that’s so much more than burgers, bacon and beer. Prepare for large volumes of meat, simple and delicious vegetable preparations and superb composed entrées, like this paella that subs out rice…

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  • Zen And The Art Of Canned Seafood

    Ashlee Aubin, chef at Chicago's modern Spanish restaurant Salero, is well aware of the stigma associated with canned seafood. “In America, it was always a cheap thing, linked with tuna sandwiches when you were a kid, or a bad experience with a crappy anchovy,” he says. “I think some people have been scared off by bad examples because…

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  • What Makes Jamón Ibérico The Best Ham? Let's Go To Spain And Find Out!

    Famed French chef Albert Roux once told me that he only cooked chickens that looked happy, as they made the tastiest meat. Here in Andalusia, Spain, located an hour northwest of Seville, I’m looking at a group of black pigs that certainly appear as though they’re having a good time. They’re wandering around a dehesa,…

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  • Jamie Bissonnette Puts The "Do" In 'Nduja

    James Beard Award–winning Toro and Coppa chef Jamie Bissonnette knows his way around the vast world of preserved meat and fish. He's a master of charcuterie (coppa is Italian cured pork neck) and an avid collector of canned Spanish seafood — an enviable hobby if you've ever loved a smoked mussel or glistening sardine in your life.…

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  • 8 Things To Know About Tory Miller's New Spanish Restaurant, Estrellón

    Few chefs in the country have done as much for their home city as Tory Miller has done for Madison, Wisconsin (he grew up in nearby Racine). It's been over a decade since Miller rolled back into town — following a stint in the kitchen of New York City's highly acclaimed Eleven Madison Park — and took over longtime French…

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  • Kevin Gillespie's Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Spanish-Style Garlic Shrimp

    Atlanta chef Kevin Gillespie was born to cook pig — this we know. The Top Chef fan favorite and author of a couple of our favorite cookbooks (especially his latest, Pure Pork Awesomeness) is one porkmaster whose recipes you can depend on for a hearty, meaty, smoky meal. Why serve surf or turf when you can do…

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  • New Chefs Rising, Episode 1: Jonah Miller Of Huertas

    You hear it all the time: A chef’s gotta pay his dues, toil for years or even decades in kitchens learning technique and craft. Not necessarily. In New Chefs Rising, Food Republic finds young cooks who are making moves, running their own kitchens in successful restaurants, in many cases before their 30th birthday. In the…

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  • Puerto Rican Comfort Food: Veal Stew With Creamy Polenta Recipe

    Puerto Rico has a rich culinary history influenced by France, Spain, Africa and Taíno Native American. If you're ready to cook and eat like a local, renowned San Juan chef Jose Santaella's new book, Cocina Tropical, is packed with vibrant and diverse dishes from around the country. From salt cod fritters to suckling pig, Cocina…

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  • For Actress Jenny Slate, The Horse Meat And Pig Heads Are No Joke In Barcelona

    Food is a good source for material for actress and comedienne Jenny Slate. As the ultra-high-pitched voice of Marcel the Shell, the teeny tiny Internet sensation that's racked up some big numbers on YouTube — 24 million views and counting — she has riffed about possessing the unique ability to "hang glide on a Dorito"…

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  • New York's Long-Standing El Quijote Isn't Going Anywhere, Is It?

    New York’s venerable El Quijote restaurant has been around for decades, serving as a sort of Spanish-themed cafeteria for the landmark Chelsea Hotel which houses it, and the many artsy denizens, both famous and not, who stayed there over the years. We know from reading Sherill Tippins' 2013 book, Inside The Dream Palace: The Life…

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  • The Team From NYC's Betony Visited San Sebastián. Here's Their Guide.

    New York City’s Betony has garnered extensive praise since opening less than a year ago. Chef Bryce Shuman’s menu changes constantly to reflect the produce of the seasons, while General Manager Eamon Rockey (he of the house-brewed root beer) has put together one of the city’s most impressive cocktail and wine lists. The pair recently…

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  • The Meal Plan: Tapas Al Fresco

    Tonight, we've curated a blend of Mediterranean and Spanish themed small plates for the perfect al fresco dining experience. Take your pick from savory dips and spreads, small bites, small bites on sticks and large family-style dishes just right for warm weather entertaining. Refresh your sangria game and maybe even pop on a pair of white…

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