In Spanish, the word tapas literally means lids or covers. Tapas were originally pieces of bread or cured ham placed on a plate on top of a glass of wine. The Italians call it antipasto, the Chinese dim sum, the Turks maze, the French hors d’oeuvres and the Spanish tapas. But, unlike their cousins around the world, tapas are more than just appetizers. When tapas are savored at dinner-time with a glass of wine, a full array of these tasty miniature morsels can be a meal in themselves. The ingredients that go into the making of tapas are limitless, and the combinations can stretch as far as the imagination. They can be an exotically-spicy Moorish dish to a simple bowl of olives. But, without any doubt, the most singular aspect of the “tapeo” (the art of eating tapas) is its ability to bring together people from all walks of life who gather round the table to enjoy this informal ritual together. RANAZUL was created by inspiration of community, by the gatherings of friends and neighbors.

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