World cuisines

The cuisine of Spain

Spanish gastronomy is full of character: fine wines, spicy drinks, craft beers and smoked specialities. A cuisine full of stories from connoisseurs and pioneers, with pure flavours and of course plenty of pinchos and tapas.

Mercat Hams Wines Drinks Cheeses Non-food Tapas Pintxos

Mercat

In the HANOS ‘mercat’, the flavours of Spain come together. Here you will find products that take you straight to the bustling markets of Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona or Seville. A selection from the range shows how versatile Spanish cuisine is: pure, bold and full of tradition.

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Hams

Ham is the beating heart of Spanish gastronomy. From jamón serrano to jamón ibérico. It is more than an ingredient: it is culture, tradition and craftsmanship. The flavour, texture and experience are largely determined by the way it is cut. That is a craft in itself, deeply rooted in Spain.

Lesson: ‘El Arte del Jamón’

Would you like to see how ham should really be cut? Watch the video with Cati Gómez, a Spanish ‘cortadora profesional de jamón’. She talks about the craft, demonstrates the right cutting technique and takes you into the world behind Spanish ham. A must for anyone who takes ham seriously.

Wines

Spain is pure diversity in the glass. From classic Rioja and powerful Ribera del Duero to fresh Rueda and Atlantic-influenced Ribeiro. Add the rugged Priorat, Mediterranean Alella and the saline tension of southern Spain, and you taste a country that keeps reinventing itself.

Drinks

Spanish drinks reflect the rich tradition and craftsmanship that are so characteristic of Spanish gastronomy. For generations, production methods have been passed down and refined, with great attention to raw materials, ageing and balance. The result is a wide range of characterful drinks with their own identity, bringing together regional influences and craftsmanship. Whether served with a meal, to round off the evening or as part of a cocktail or beer experience, Spanish drinks bring atmosphere, depth and an authentic piece of Spanish culture to the glass.

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Tip: Agua de Valencia

Agua de Valencia combines orange juice with orange liqueur, gin and cava to make a lively cocktail. A Spanish classic that sparkles with freshness.

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Cheeses

Spanish cheeses are known for their rich flavours, artisan production and strong regional character. From creamy, soft cheeses to bold blue cheeses, each cheese reflects the landscape and traditions of the region it comes from. Sheep’s, goat’s and cow’s milk are often combined with local ripening methods that create unique aromas, textures and depth. The result is a versatile range of cheeses that is perfect on a tapas board, with a good glass of wine or as a tasty end to a meal.

Non-food

Bring the atmosphere of Spain to the table with the colourful tableware and bowls from the HANOS non-food range. Inspired by traditional Spanish patterns and ceramics, these plates, bowls and tapas dishes create a lively presentation. The rich colours and decorative motifs give every dish a Mediterranean look and make every table an eye-catcher. Perfect for tapas, small dishes or presenting Spanish specialities in style.

Tapas

Spanish tapas are all about enjoying small, tasty dishes together that are perfect for sharing. Our chefs draw inspiration from the rich Spanish cuisine and translate those flavours into accessible and surprising tapas recipes. With carefully selected ingredients and creative combinations, they show how easily you can serve authentic Spanish dishes.

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Tip: pinchos

Pinchos are small Spanish bites, usually served on a piece of bread and often held together with a cocktail stick. They combine different ingredients and flavours in one bite and are ideal as tapas or a bar snack.

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Recipes

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Parfait pintxos

We all know ice lollies, but how do you make them the traditional way, without a mould? With this simple rolling technique, you create beautiful parfait lollies. Join the Debic chefs on a journey of discovery from international to familiar flavours for these dessert pintxos.

Lay 3 layers of plastic shrink film tightly on your work surface and smooth them out.
Whip the parfait in the planetary mixer at medium speed until light and the consistency of whipped cream. Add the desired flavour and/or ingredients and fold them into the whipped mixture.
Spread a strip of parfait on the film, roll it up nice and tight and place it in the freezer. Let it freeze well first.
To get even slices, use a ruler and a marker to draw a line every 2 cm and make a notch exactly in the middle of each line with the tip of a sharp knife.
Insert a lolly stick there and continue freezing the parfait. Make sure no plastic film is pressed into the ice cream. Then cut into even slices and remove the plastic film very carefully.

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Parfait pintxo Flavours of Canada

Creamy parfait with blueberries, shaped into a pintxo and finished with glaze and a light topping of desiccated coconut.

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Parfait pintxo Flavours of Thailand

Creamy parfait with mango, ginger and lime leaf, shaped into a pintxo and finished with glaze, mango, ginger and fresh lime cress.

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Parfait pintxo Flavours of Peru

Marbled parfait with avocado, lime and strawberry, shaped into a pintxo and finished with glaze, avocado cubes and freeze-dried strawberry.

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Parfait pintxo Flavours of Japan

Light parfait with fresh yuzu, shaped into a pintxo and finished with a glossy glaze and aromatic yuzu zest.

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World cuisines

World cuisines start with real flavours. At HANOS, we have everything to bring cuisines from all over the world to life: from fresh specialities and authentic ingredients to characterful seasonings and distinctive products. Not stand-alone products, but practical applications that let a cuisine tell its story. Complemented by masterclasses and videos from specialists who know what they are talking about. Discover how world cuisines come to life at HANOS.