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In the land of jamón , tapas, gazpacho and flamenco, Spanish cuisine–studded with its superlative seafood–fuels the furnace within, declares Tom Parker Bowles

Valencian paella, where the dish originates, is made with rabbit and/or chicken, green beans and fat white beans. This version combines seafood and meat. Paella shouldn’t be stirred (like risotto) as

Turn storecupboard staples into dishes to delight

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Bring a taste of France to your alfresco dining with these delightful and delicious dishes from Provence

The tiny island of Aruba might not (yet) have the glamorous reputation of its neighbours, but based on the food alone, it certainly deserves it, says Kris Griffiths