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Food and wine enthusiasts can spend an unforgettable weekend in the old taverns of Madrid sampling an endless range of fine Spanish wines and tapas from all over the country and dining in restaurants which offer the regional culinary specialities of the nation.

The word tapas comes from the Spanish verb ‘tapear’ (which means to cover). They originate from Andalucia in the south of Spain where more than a century ago a slice of bread used to be placed on top of a glass of wine to keep out flies. After some time they took to adding a slice of cheese or sausage to the bread until eventually it became customary to offer a small snack with a drink. The idea of tapas spread around Spain such that today they represent a wonderful way of experiencing the huge variety of Spanish dishes.