Tapas

Tapas are a cornerstone of Spanish culture and are cherished as sociable finger food at evening gatherings. With their variety and vibrant flavours, they bring a piece of Barcelona to the table - whether as an accompaniment to drinks or as an appetising starter before paella. The range includes not only Spanish specialities but also Portuguese and Brazilian ones.

Typical ingredients and specialities

High-quality ingredients are essential, especially regional cured meats such as chorizo and cheese from La Mancha. The popular Tapas Menü Clásico often serves as the basis for buffets. Popular tapas specialities include:

• Prawns with garlic
• Migas con jamón y chorizo (breadcrumbs with ham and chorizo)
• Pimientos de Padrón
• Bacon-wrapped dates
• Spanish tortilla (potato omelette)

The menu is rounded off with aioli (garlic cream), Mediterranean-style marinated grilled vegetables, an Iberico platter with Serrano ham, chorizo and cheese, plus optional fresh baguette. More sophisticated versions include empanadas and scallops on fruit chutney. Pinchos, small skewers with various toppings, are especially popular in Catalonia.

Cold and hot varieties

Cold tapas are easy to prepare in advance, such as Canary Island potatoes (papas arrugadas) with mojo sauce. Hot tapas should be freshly prepared and served hot to show off their flavours to best effect. Popular hot options include:

• Champiñones al jerez (mushrooms in sherry)
• Fried green chillies
• Garlic prawns
• Meatballs in tomato sauce

A balanced combination of cold and hot tapas can make a complete meal. Traditionally, tapas are accompanied by regional wines, beer and mixed drinks such as tinto de verano (red wine with lemonade).

Individually customisable tapas platters

The variety of tapas allows for individual selection to suit the customer's wishes. A choice of mojos and dips, such as variations of aioli and green pesto with walnuts, complements the offering. Popular finger food such as marinated olives, cubes of sheep's cheese, bacon-wrapped dates and Spanish tortilla broadens the selection. A special option is fresh, on-site preparation, allowing guests to watch the entire process.

Tapas catering with egora

egora's catering offers access to more than 100 carefully curated top caterers in the region and guarantees delivery of bespoke menu suggestions within three hours of enquiry. Expert, all-round advice from experienced catering specialists ensures a successful event.