Iberian Tales of Gastronomy and Adventure: A Culinary Journey Through Spain and Portugal (Tastes & Tales: A Cultural Voyage Across Borders)

Before crossing into Iberia, Iberian Tales of Gastronomy and Adventure begins where borders blur—in the Basque and Catalan regions of southern France. These culturally rich enclaves, with languages older than Latin and culinary traditions that defy geography, set the stage for a journey through Spain and Portugal like no other.From pintxos in Saint-Jean-de-Luz to smoky escalivada in French Catalonia, author Richard H. Rogers connects the dots between history, food, and identity across a shared cultural landscape. Then, it’s on to the seafood feasts of Lisbon, the flamenco nights of Madrid, and the Moorish spices of Andalusia.With vivid storytelling, authentic recipes, and an eye for both detail and drama, this book isn’t just a travelogue—it’s a sensory map of the Iberian soul. The kind of book that deserves to be discovered, read, savored, cooked from, and perhaps even spilled wine on. Read more