The evening meal is quite late. It usually starts at 9:00pm until midnight. If you are a visitor of the city of Murcia, you will not surely be accustomed to a dinner this late. This is why light supper is recommended such as tapas but if you are a full-blooded Spaniard, you will settle for a heavy meal.

The restaurants in Murcia and all over Spain open from 1:00-4:30 PM for lunch and 9:00 PM and 12:00 midnight for dinner. These times may actually vary in the tourist areas. You can check various restaurant guides for more information regarding the opening hours. These restaurants also have fixed price meal as this is required in Spanish restaurants.

The main ingredients of Murcian dishes are fresh produce from the market garden and this includes rice, fish and seafood. You can taste excellent choices of king prawns and the huevas de mujol which are the local variety of caviar. The city of Murcia is also notable for its great tasting wine which is known as Jumilla and Yecla.

One of the authentic dishes in Murcia is the tapas which are created to be served with your drink. The name was derived from the term tapar which means to cover in Spanish. This Spanish cuisine has remained popular among visitors along with paella and other rice dishes.

One of the best known tapas destinations is Madrid. You can choose from two approaches to tapas. One is a freebie which makes tapas a complimentary food for the drink you ordered and this is often called a pincho. The second is a side or purchasing tapas to accompany a glass of wine.

Tapas are usually provided to locals and tourists who want a few rounds of beer and other alcoholic drinks. This is also the traditional dish of Spaniards which has come in different varieties. Tapas are served to encourage individuals to order more drinks. This authentic Spanish dish is best eaten with a glass of wine.

Aside from Madrid you can also find the best tapas in Murcia. Tapas bars can be found in universities and this is also the reason why the city of Murcia is considered to be tapas’ haven. Your vacation is filled with these delectable treats in Murcia and it will not be complete without tasting the finest wines in this fabulous city.