I've never been to Spain before (or anywhere in Europe), so I don't have much experience with all of the interesting food here, but I consider myself to be an adventurous eater for the most part. When I think of Spanish food, I think of what people in the US would tell me about when I told them I'd be going to Spain this summer: paella. My roommate for the past two years also told me I had to try some good paella while in Spain since she went on a trip to Spain during high school. Aside from paella, I think of seafood in general. I don't eat much seafood back home (though I do love calamari), but I'm looking forward to broadening my horizons here and trying lots of interesting fish and other mariscos.
I thought it was totally interesting to learn about the different types of meats and I can't believe we get the chance to try some food you can't really find anywhere else (except Zingerman's for $200/lb, wow!!). I think just in the first day, my idea of Spanish food changed a decent amount. I know I learned a lot (including some useful vocabulary). I also really enjoyed trying tapas for the first time. I don't remember what the name of what I had was, but it was quite delicious. I also really enjoyed the sangria. Thanks a bunch, Andy!
This class is probably one of the coolest and most unique classes I've taken so far. What could be better than checking out the food scene in Spain with some great company? I can't wait to learn more and to try more, too!
Sydney - you're off to a good start. You are sure to find tons of interesting tapas during your stay in Spain (and they'll be at a fraction of what you would pay for them in the U.S)!
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