As Minister for the Environment and Rural and Marine Affairs, I would like to give a warm welcome to all visitors to this web site. Its purpose is to provide you with an original way of getting to know one of our defining features: food.
Spanish history has been shaped by the contributions of different cultures over the course of centuries. One of the richest expressions of that heritage is what has become known as the "Mediterranean Diet", a varied, tasty, well-balanced and healthy nutritional model.
The diversity of lands, seas, ecosystems and traditions is reflected in the huge variety and wealth of products that have earned our food a great reputation for excellent quality all over the world.
Many of them are linked to a particular geographical area and are protected by Guarantees of Origin or Protected Geographical Indications. Others owe their nature to a specific production method, such as Guaranteed Traditional Specialities or are produced using Ecological Farming methods.
"Alimentación.es" seeks to showcase foods from all sectors and all Autonomous Communities and display Spain's great farming, food and gastronomic heritage.
It is an open, dynamic, modern and interactive space for professionals and consumers alike. I hope you will all find it useful.
Welcome!