According to Wikipedia, "Tapas (IPA: [ˈtaˌpas]) is the name of a wide variety of appetizers, or snacks, in Spanish cuisine. They may be cold (such as mixed olives and cheese) or warm (such as puntillitas, which are battered, fried baby squid). In North America and the United Kingdom, as well as in select bars in Spain, tapas have evolved into an entire, and sometimes sophisticated, cuisine. In these countries, patrons of tapas restaurants can order many different tapas and combine them to make a full meal. The serving of tapas is designed to encourage conversation because people are not so focused upon eating an entire meal that is set before them." 
While I respect that the point of tapas is to "share," sometimes nobody wants to share with you...and why should this keep you from having the tapas you desire??? Well, I don't think it should...that's why I decided to institute my "Tapas for One" menu...swapping many "small plates" for one big one! Me, Myself and I think it was a great success...and we highly recommend it to all!
On the Tapas for One menu at Mi Casa is silver dollar-sized chorizo, manchego cheese, my favorite Bimbo crackers, and spanish olives. Served with my favorite "pre-made" sangria from Don Simon, it's heaven on a plate in short order. Time to eat! Hasta luego...
Hahahaa That's great! Tapas for one! haha But anyway... having tapas o "ir de tapas, de tapeo o de pincheo" is not a way of eating but a way of mixing with people and spend good time with them, chating, and enjoying food. The important thing is not the food!
ReplyDeleteAaaah, yes, Victor...you are correct, of course, but this time it WAS the food that mattered and NOT the company. ;-)
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