2008-04-23 20:53:33 - Forget the stereotype of "a cave" if you are seeking real Spanish tradition then this online gourmet retailer has the answer.

Recipes from a cave? The answer is yes absolutely, specialist online Spanish delicatessen Orce Serrano Hams are no strangers to Spanish cooking as you would expect but with every good Spanish deli comes good Spanish recipes. Since 2006 Owners Gayle Hartley and Iain Macdonald have been trying and testing traditional local recipes on a daily basis, the result is a

recipe bank purely dedicated to Spanish food and tapas.

Gayle speaks of the initial idea, 'Building a recipe bank for our customers is an important part of the service we deliver, we can retail the product but to include a comprehensive guide is also important, just like the Andalusian culture variety is key - especially when it comes to good food'.

The fact that these recipes are conjured from underground makes them that little bit different, from their 'cave kitchen' food is prepared fresh, mostly organic and taste tested with the Spanish neighbours to get a real seal of approval. Caves in the Granada region have become increasingly famous over recent years, the fact that Orce Serrano Hams whole operation is run from a cave as well as the cooking makes these recipes even more unique. Many of the food combinations come from the local village, tapas bars and neighbours producing some very real and rustic dishes.

Co owner Iain says, 'The most important aspect of Spanish food is the atmosphere, friends and company are what really make the occasion, we try to make our recipes with some real Spanish culture in mind, some of the recipes such as tapas may be basic but they are true Andalucia, there is no reason why our customers shouldn't enjoy the same on there own patio'.

For Orce Serrano Hams customers the recipes are a true breath of Andalucian air, detailing the most basic of tapas to the Spanish main meal paella so if you like a little variation and are considering what to do with your Serrano ham slices Orce Serrano Hams is the first port of call.

Orce Serrano Hams is an online Spanish delicatessen specialising in authentic Andalucian food and crafts including Serrano and Iberico hams, charcuterie, wines and cheeses.