From simple 'one-bite' delicates such as stuffed cherry tomatoes to more substantial dishes such as scallop in saffron sauce or miniature pork brochettes, these traditional tapas dishes are mouthwateringly delicious. Serve them before lunch or dinner with a cool glass of white wine, or combine a selection of dishes to make a more substantial meal. Part of a series for the adventurous cook, all of the recipes are beautifully presented with color photography and detailed instructions. Let your imagination take you into new culinary territory with these enticing and versatile tapas dishes. If variety is the spice of life, then look no further—for variety or spice. This book is packed with authentic and mouthwatering mix-and-match recipes for what must be Spain's most celebrated export—tapas dishes. What started as a plain and simple bar snack has now become world famous, and sophisticated restaurants dedicated exclusively to serving tapas have spread to cities across the globe. Preparing and sharing tapas dishes is a fabulous way to entertain guests and delight the family—it's easy, delicious, and fun. Linda Doeser has been a cookery writer for over thirty years and has a special interest in Mediterranean food. She first visited Spain at the age of five and has had a life-long enthusiasm for the country, its culture, language and food. Susanna Tee is an accomplished cook, as well as a widely published writer and advisor on all food matters. She travels throughout Europe and beyond, collecting and researching new material and authentic regional recipes.