Gourmet's Diary of a Foodie

La Cocina Andaluza:

The Flavor of Flamenco

01.16.09

Episode 53

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Travel to the southernmost part of Spain—Andalucía, the land of flamenco and bullfighting, as well as the origin of many Spanish dishes. Visit the home of a family of flamenco musicians as they prepare classic Gypsy dishes and spontaneously burst into song while cooking. Meet a local farmer who is committed to producing jamón ibérico in the time-consuming traditional way because he considers its unique flavor a miracle. Learn the history of gazpacho, one of Andalucía’s most well-known delicacies and meet a chef who puts an avant-garde twist on the chilled soup. And in the Gourmet test kitchen, editor in chief Ruth Reichl shares a quick and easy way to make paella at home.