¡AperiTiamo Spanish style! World Paella Day
The September 20 The queen of Iberian conviviality is celebrated all over the world: the paella.
Colourful, tasty, convivial... it's not just a dish: it's an experience.
On the occasion of World Paella Day, our Aperitiamo Pays homage to Spain with a appetizer that smells of saffron, laughter, Latin rhythms and... surprises to share.
Absolute protagonist: the paella than Parma Is, ready made, rich and well balanced, perfect for serving portions single serving in an aperitif key. To complete the party: games, playlist and drinks all Spanish-themed.
How to serve paella for an aperitif?
It doesn't take long to give paella a finger food touch:
- In mini cocottes or terracotta bowls for an authentic look.
- In clear glasses with a spoon, for a convivial format.
- On rustic bread croutons: the 'Spanish' version of canapes.
- In ready-made picnic bags, for an evening with friends on the terrace or in the park.
It doesn't take long to serve paella as finger food: in cocotte, shot glasses, croutons or picnic pouches.
To drink: Spanish-style toast
No paella is complete without a fresh and typical drink to accompany it. Here are some ideas, even non-alcoholic:
- Non-alcoholic sangria: red grape juice, chopped fruit, cinnamon, lemon and orange.
- Lemon and mint iced tea, served in glasses with citrus peels.
- Tonic water with lime and cucumber, for a bitter and refreshing touch.
- Cava (for those who want an alcoholic option), light and elegant Spanish sparkling wine.
Spanish playlist: rhythm, sun and fiesta!
To create the right atmosphere, a hot playlist, full of energy and danceability:
- Bailando — Enrique Iglesias (listen now)
- Vivir Mi Vida — Marc Anthony (listen now)
- Turn up the radio for me — Enrique Iglesias (listen now)
- La Bicicleta — Shakira & Carlos Vives (listen now)
- Sophie — Alvaro Soler (listen now)
- Despacito — Luis Fonsi (listen now)
- My People — J Balvin (listen now)
- Bamboleo — Gypsy Kings (listen now)
- Kuduro Dance — Don Omar (listen now)
- Flying (In the blue painted blue) — Gipsy Kings version (listen now)
Games and ideas for the evening
Make the evening even more fun with some Spanish-inspired activities:
- Paella Quiz: Create a small quiz with curiosities and anecdotes about the history of paella and its regional variations (Valenciana, seafood, mixed...). Whoever answers correctly... wins another taste!
- Fan race: Distribute colorful fans to guests and organize a mini fashion show to choose the most creative fan or the most spectacular use.
- Pass the hat: Like a musical chair, let a hat pass to the beat of music. When the music stops... whoever has it in their head must make a toast or a small sketch.
... With Paella di Parma Is, the aperitif becomes a trip to Valencia in a single fork. Happy World Paella Day... and long live the Spanish-style appetizer!
