Tapas (also known as “montaditos” or “pinchos/pintxos”) are small bites or snacks eaten in Spain usually between meals and accompanied by a drink. They are served in cafes and bars all over Spain. They are similar to appetizers or finger foods. They can be very simple or very elaborate. Common tapas dishes include the famous tortilla española (Spanish omelette), croquetas, jamon serrano, albondigas (meatballs), bacon-wrapped dates or figs, even marinaded olives and almonds. There are many different stories as to how the tradition of eating tapas began.  One says a piece of jamon serrano was used to cover (“tapar”) a glass of sherry as a way to protect the drink from getting dirty.

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