small appetizers commonly eaten in Spain, Central America and South America

Tapas are small appetizers commonly eaten in Spain, Central America and South America.

small plates of food meant for sharing

Tapas are small plates of food meant for sharing, and originated in Spain.

small plates of food that are typically shared amongst friends and are a staple of Spanish cuisine

Tapas are small plates of food that are typically shared amongst friends and are a staple of Spanish cuisine.

small plates, kind of like appetizers

Tapas are small plates, kind of like appetizers.

small, savory dishes that originated in the bars of Spain

Tapas are small, savory dishes that originated in the bars of Spain.

small plates of food that can be eaten as a snack during the day or for a full dinner

Tapas are small plates of food that can be eaten as a snack during the day or for a full dinner, if you get more than one plate.

small appetizers plates that you share with friends

Tapas are small appetizers plates that you share with friends.

small portions of food that accompany drinks served in bar and

In Spain, tapas are small portions of food that accompany drinks served in bar and may be anything from marinated olives to small sandwiches.

appetizers that are served in the majority of bars to accompany a drink

Tapas are appetizers that are served in the majority of bars to accompany a drink.

a variety of appetizers and snacks

In Spain, tapas are a variety of appetizers and snacks, originally designed to be eaten with wine.

small snacks

Tapas are not just small snacks – they’re a huge part of Spanish social culture.

small plates of food, which are popular at both happy hour and dinnertime

Tapas are small plates of food, which are popular at both happy hour and dinnertime.

small plates of food, like Chinese dim sum

Tapas are small plates of food, like Chinese dim sum.