Fabes con Almejas (Spanish Beans with Clams)

I first had Fabes con Almejas in Oviedo, in northern Spain. White beans and clams in a light garlic and olive oil broth. It didn’t look like much, but it was one of the most comforting things I ate on the trip. There was no heavy sauce, no theatrics. Just creamy beans, sweet clams and…

Spanish Garlic Clams with White Wine (Inspired by Barcelona Markets)

Perched elbow-to-elbow at a bustling bar inside Mercat de la Boqueria in Barcelona, watching the chefs work their magic behind the counter. Among all the vibrant seafood and sizzling plates, one dish stood out for its simplicity and unforgettable flavour—clams, cooked fast and served hot with plenty of crusty bread to mop up the juices….