Over 100 people gathered recently for the Spanish Club’s annual Paella Dinner. Associate Professor of Spanish & Portuguese Mark Aldrich prepared the popular Spanish dish on-site using an oversized paellera (paella pan). Paella is made in every region of Spain, using just about any kind of ingredient that goes well with rice. Every region has its own version of paella.  It may contain chicken, pork, shellfish, fish, eel, squid, beans, peas, artichokes or peppers. Saffron, the spice that also turns the rice a wonderful golden color is an essential part of the dish. 

The audience was entertained by a lively performance from the regional  flamenco group,  Flamenco Tablao,  

The event was funded by the Spanish Club and the Student Senate, and celebrated Spanish culture through food, dance and music.