Sabores de la Vida!
The Ambiente Tapas Blog
So much to explore, you’ll need a Siesta!
The historic centre is wonderfully walkable, with elegant squares opening unexpectedly between narrow medieval streets. The Cathedral dominates the skyline, while nearby you'll find the Miguelete bell tower offering panoramic views across the city for those prepared to tackle the steps.
La Tomatina: Spain’s Messiest Festival
From an impromptu disagreement during a traditional Spanish parade to one of the world's best-known festivals, La Tomatina has become a symbol of community spirit, humour and celebration. Find out how and why it happened, here!
Discovering the Wines of Valencia
Join us in one of Spain's most exciting and diverse wine regions, Valencia. Combining centuries of winemaking tradition with a new generation of innovative producers, the wines of Valencia can offer exceptional quality, distinctive native grape varieties, and remarkable value. Find out why…
Gazpacho & Croquetas de Queso Y Tomate Recipes
Inspired by the flavours of Valencia and the region's famous tomato festival, we've created two delicious recipes that put this humble ingredient centre stage: Gazpacho and Cheese & Tomato Croquetas.
Because wood-cutters know best!
In this month's travel feature, Tim shares why San Sebastián continues to rank among his favourite Spanish cities. From the elegant curve of La Concha beach and the perfectly ordered Old Town to unforgettable pintxos, burnt Basque cheesecake and the best grilled fish you'll ever eat, it's a city that somehow manages to live up to every expectation.
The Fire That Couldn't Destroy a Food City
Rob stumbles upon a piece of San Sebastian history even he didn’t know! Discover why San Sebastian looks the way it does in this story of siege, destruction, resilience and, ultimately, reinvention.
San Sebastián, The Home of Txakoli & Patxaran
Discover two of our favourite San Sebastian Drinks that represent very different sides of Basque drinking culture; Txakoli & Patxaran.
Three Pintxos Recipes
Straight from the heart of San Sebastian, discover our recipe for Pintxos! Perfect as a starter or an apetizer with drinks before a meal with friends, they’re guaranteed to be a hit.
The Jerez Effect
Tim takes you on a whistestop tour of Jerez as he shares his favourite places to eat and drink, and how to while away a few days in Jerez.
Tortillitas de Camarones Recipe
A recipe for Tortellitas de Camarones; a delicate, crispy shrimp fritter popular along the coast of Andalusia. A perfect snack on a hot day with a crisp, cold glass.