Who’s the author? Omar Allibhoy is a Madrid-born, London-based chef whose mission is to make Spanish food more accessible to the public. He trained under legendary chef Ferran Adrià at elBulli and Gordon Ramsay at Maze before launching his own chain of Spanish-inspired casual dining restaurants in 2010. He gained popularity as a successful TV chef, becoming known as the ‘Antonio Banderas of cooking’ for his charismatic personality as he shared his love for Spanish cuisine, particularly tapas. He continues to encourage everyone to try their hand at Spanish cooking in their own kitchens as the author of four popular cookbooks, Tapas Revolution, Spanish Made Simple, Paella: The Original One-Pan Dish, and Spanish Made Easy.

What’s it about? Omar Allibhoy shows us how easy it is to recreate iconic Spanish dishes at home. In Spanish Made Easy, he teaches the basics of Spanish cooking, including essential equipment, supermarket-friendly ingredients, and simple cooking methods. He even shares the tips and tricks he has learned over the years to save time in the kitchen. This comprehensive cookbook offers 70 beginner-friendly recipes for famous Spanish dishes. There is even a whole chapter dedicated to achieving the perfect paella, from the deep, vibrant flavours to the crispy bottom layer, socarrat.

Recipes we love: Buñuelos de Queso, Esgarraet Valenciano, Sangría de Cava, Potaje Montañés, Ensalada de Sandía, and Tomates y Queso, Seafood Paella

Perfect for: Beginners who want to venture into Spanish cooking with minimum effort and maximum results