Category Ingredients

fish and shellfish stall for preparing paella

What fish and shellfish should you add to a paella?

Paella, the iconic dish of Spanish gastronomy, is prepared with fish and shellfish. While some recipes, like the Paella Valenciana, follow a very specific list of ingredients, most paellas are adapted according to tastes, regions, or family traditions. Fish, shellfish,…

Cooking a paella

What Meats to Put in Paella?

A popular and iconic dish of Spanish cuisine, paella comes in a multitude of recipes, shaped by tradition and personal or family customs. Whether it is prepared with crustaceans, meats, or vegetables, paella offers great freedom in the choice of…

Ground paprika

All About Paprika and Pimentón for Paella

In paella, several spices are added, including saffron and paprika. The other seasonings bring their own flavors through the juices and the broth prepared for cooking the rice. Paprika is a well-known spice around the world, appreciated for its characteristic…

Glasses of red wine

What Red Wine to Choose for Paella?

Paella is often associated with white and rosé wines, but certain types, especially recipes containing meat, are better suited to red wine. Selecting the right red wine means finding a balance of power, freshness, and flexibility so as not to…

A fresh rosé wine

What Rosé Wine to Choose for Paella?

Too often relegated to summer aperitifs, rosé wine deserves a prominent place at the dinner table, especially alongside a good paella. Thanks to its freshness, lightness, and aromatic range, it represents an excellent compromise between red and white wines. It…