70: Spain

In this episode of the Find Dining Podcast, Tatiana Gana of Gastro Tours tells us how to take a culinary vacation in Spain.  We discuss Spain's virgin food tourism scene, extended lunches, and how Italy is taking credit for all of the country's olive oil. Check out Tatiana's tours on the Gastro Tours website Try the specialty foods of Spain, like Iberica ham Newport Storm is a beer from Newport, Rhode Island Ribera del Duero is a large wine region in the middle of Spain When in Spain, eat the suckling lamb Traveling within Spain using public transit in the bigger cities and rental cars within more rural areas Lunch is the primary meal of the day Food for Thought: Q: What two food products is Spain the biggest producer of in the world? A:  Olive oil and air-dried cured ham. Out of the Frying Pan: Best Way to Find Great Restaurants: About.com or ask a taxi driver Remember to Pack: An extra t-shirt or two for layers. Favorite Hotel: The Urban Hotel in Madrid Favorite Spanish Wine:  Cune, a tempranillo from the Rioja region Restaurant with the Best View: Parador in Toledo Favorite Spanish Restaurant in New York City: Still looking...