10 Best Things to Do in Jerez in 2026 (According to a Sherry Educator)
Jerez is having a moment Named Spain’s Gastronomy Capital for 2026, this elegant Andalusian city is finally receiving the attention it deserves. For centuries, people have travelled here for Sherry, flamenco, horses and exceptional food. Now the rest of the world is beginning to catch on. I’ve been bringing visitors to Jerez for years and […]
José Andrés’ Spain My Way — and Why Vejer Is the Ultimate Place to Experience the Real Spain
There’s something I’ve always loved about the way José Andrés talks about Spain. His wish for everyone to experience real Spain. Not just the food itself — though of course the food matters enormously — but the way Spaniards truly live around food. The rhythm of daily life. The long lunches that become conversations. The […]
Sherry Explained: 20 Questions Everyone Asks (Finally answered by a Sherry educator in Jerez)
Last night, I found myself in a room full of people who were fairly certain they didn’t like Sherry. Time for Sherry Explained I thought! I was there at the invitation of my friend — the brilliant cook and recipe developer Milli Taylor — to introduce it to her guests at her latest sold-out Sobremesa […]
A week of cooking, wine, and Andalusia, as seen through the eyes of a recent guest for Annie B’s 7 day Culinary Classic Cooking Course, April 2026
There are moments when a guest captures the experience here with me more perfectly than I ever could… and this is one of them. I never quite know how to describe what a week here feels like, so thank you Carol for your thoughtful words. It’s never just about the cooking, or the wine — […]
Alentejo Food & Wine Tour: Portugal’s Best-Kept Secret
“The Financial Times recently published a piece on Portugal’s “forgotten winelands” — the vast, sun-drenched region of Alentejo that forms the heart of my Alentejo food and wine tour. Thoughtfully written by Niki Blasina, it described a part of Portugal that, despite its beauty and extraordinary produce, remains remarkably under the radar.” It made me […]
Annie B Spain Named Among The Telegraph’s Top 25 Holidays in Spain for 2026
I’m very proud to be included in The Telegraph’s “25 Greatest Holidays in Spain for 2026” Spain is not short of extraordinary places. From the Balearics to the Basque Country, from grand Paradores to design-led retreats, the competition is vast. So to see Annie B Spain recognised among the top 25 holidays nationwide feels so […]
Moroccan Honey & Walnut Tart
Take a look at this sensational walnut and honey tart from Tangier that’s currently residing in my freezer. A slice of sweetness so exquisite it completely redefined what I thought I knew about desserts. Imagine: crunchy, unbelievably fresh walnuts, drenched in golden, luscious honey and encased in the most crunchy, buttery, impossibly crumbly pastry. I’ve […]
The Almadraba; a unique historical & cultural experience of a lifetime.
The Almadraba Experience: A Unique Historical & Cultural Journey Every spring, the pristine waters of Spain’s Costa de la Luz become the stage for an ancient tradition—the Almadraba experience. This remarkable fishing technique, dating back over 3,000 years to the Phoenicians, is a breathtaking spectacle of skill, sustainability, and cultural heritage. It is an event […]
In Praise of La Casa del Califa Hotel: A Global Gem in Vejer de la Frontera
Nestled in the heart of Vejer de la Frontera, La Casa del Califa Hotel is more than just a place to rest your head—it’s an experience woven into the very fabric of Andalucian history and charm. Recently honoured as one of the Telegraph’s Top 50 Hotels in the World for 2024, La Casa del Califa […]
Menorcan Aubergine Recipe – Inspired by My Magical Trips to Menorca
Menorca has cast a spell on me with its serene, low-key loveliness, rich history, and incredible local produce. This island’s culinary delights, crafted from the freshest ingredients, have become a personal obsession, and one dish, in particular, has stolen my heart: the humble yet extraordinary Menorcan stuffed aubergines. I first savoured this dish at Es […]
