Taste of Spain

“A Taste of Spain” pairs a special Bluewater Grill seafood restaurant version of Paella, made with an exclusive blend of rice, saffron, seafood and shellfish, with a seafood pas platter and wines from the country’s famous grape-growing regions. One of the most popular monthly tasting events of the year, the Sept. 12 event isexpected to sell-out in advance.

Paella originated in the fields of Valencia in eastern Spain but is now a favorite of every region of the country. While Spanish varieties typically combine saffron with pork, eel, squid, beans, peas, artichokes and peppers, the version served by Bluewater restaurants is made with shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, chicken and Spanish chorizo sausage.

The cost of the event is $34.95 per person, and includes a seafood tapas platter, a bowl of original Bluewater paella and an assortment of hand-selected wines from Spain, including a White “Rueda” and a Tempranillo. Advance reservations are encouraged for sittings beginning at 6:30 p.m. Bluewater chefs and servers will be available to discuss the differences between the shellfish varieties, recipes and techniques.