Journal

Stories about the food and the block it's served on

Notes on where our dishes come from, and on the Spanish colonial history hiding in plain sight around our own dining room.

From Bar Counters to Sharing Plates: A Short History of Tapas

Food History · 6 min read

From Bar Counters to Sharing Plates: A Short History of Tapas

How a habit of covering sherry glasses with a slice of bread turned into Spain's most exported dining tradition.
Why Spanish Food Feels Right at Home in New Orleans

New Orleans · 5 min read

Why Spanish Food Feels Right at Home in New Orleans

Louisiana's Spanish colonial history left more on the local table than most visitors realize.
A Vegetarian's Guide to Our Menu

Vegetarian · 4 min read

A Vegetarian's Guide to Our Menu

Tapas culture was built around vegetables long before 'plant-based' was a category. Here's where to start.