What is Tapas? (And What it is Not)
Tapas is a plural term, so you should really be asking 'What are Tapas'. A 'tapa' is not a type of food, but a way of eating it. There are a number of explanations for the origins of tapas - click on the above link for details of the most famous ones.
Tapas Tours in Spain
Find out about tours of Madrid, Barcelona and Seville that include a few tapas on the way.
Where You Can Get Free Tapas in Spain
The home of free tapas is Granada, in Andalusia, though you can get free tapas in other places too. Click on the link above to find out where.
Got a cool tapas bar to share? Then click on this link: Free Tapas in Spain: Your Favorites
Tips on How to Get Good Free Tapas
You don't have to ask for your tapas, but there is a skill in finding the best places to get free tapas. Follow the above link for tips on getting the best free tapas.
Pinxtos in the Basque Country
In the Basque Country, they call their tapas 'pintxos'. Read about why they think they're so special as to deserve a different name.
Where's the Catch?
Getting free food with your drink may sound too good to be true, but there really is no catch. The drinks are slightly more expensive than in other bars in other bars in the region (but probably still cheaper than Seville) but it is still a bargain - go ahead and enjoy!
