Story: From the Rhythms of Flamenco to the Flavours of Spain
Episode: 7
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane
Air Date: 26th February 2023

Trevor experiences a day filled with passionate dance, heart-warming music, and mouth-watering culinary delights in Catalonia, Spain.

• Flamenco is believed to have originated in the 18th century in Benda Lucia, characterized by its graceful and sensual movements that express raw emotion and sorrow.
• It served as an outlet for people to escape their everyday lives and express themselves without words.
• The origins of Flamenco are not entirely clear, but it is believed to have been influenced by various cultures, including the Moors, Jews, and Gypsies.
• Flamenco dance requires a lot of skill and practice, with dancers using their feet to create intricate rhythms and tapping patterns.
• With over 80 documented forms, Flamenco holds a place on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list, requiring a mastery of feet and body.
• Meanwhile, tapas, small plates of food served with drinks or before a meal, have been a part of Spanish cuisine for centuries.
• The word "tapas" comes from the Spanish verb "tapar," which means "to cover."
• Legend has it that tapas were created to keep flies out of wine glasses, and they have since evolved to include a wide range of savory dishes and appetizers, incorporating influences from the Romans, Moors, and even Vikings.
• Explore the soulful art of Flamenco and indulge in the rich flavors of tapas on a journey to Spain.

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