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If you wondered how saffron became part of Spanish cuisine, click through.

Andalusia’s Moorish influence, as seen in the architecture and the much enjoyed tiled patios in villas, where you can enjoy your meals started in the year 711. The Moors crossed the straight of Gibraltar from Northern Africa and brought with them their culture, customs, religion and foods. The Moors brought saffron to Spanish cuisine and we thank them for this. The Moors played an important role in shaping Spain from almost eight centuries but by the 11th century the influence started to wane as Christianity and Catholisms increased in domination.

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