The Spanish culture is rich, colorful
and mysterious. Yes, the Spanish culture and lifestyle differs
tremendously from that of the other European countries,
and UK. There are so many different attitude and character
traits that might even seem a little offensive and blunt
to people from other cultures, especially the Brits. But,
this is who they are and this is exactly how they are. This
is the beauty of Spain!
Culinary Offerings
Food and cuisine in Spain is a heavenly mixture of chicken, mixed
vegetable and meats, along with fish and a variety of different
spices. Although it may come as a surprise to you, the Spanish cuisine
is relatively non-spicy, but this does not mean it is bland and
tasteless! Spanish food offers some of the most mouth wateringly
delicious dishes ever to be set upon a dinner table.
Some of the more popular Spanish dishes include paella, which is
a rice dish that features a variety of ingredients. Then you have
the mariscos or shellfish and the potajes and pimientos rellenos.
Hot chocolate and churros is a very popular dessert throughout Spain.
Spain is also famous for its aromatic wines and the drinking age
in the country is 18. Other alcoholic beverages are sangria, Cava
and authentic Spanish beer.