Eating & Drinking in Spanish: Reading Menus in Spanish-Speaking Countries

by Andy Herbach, Michael Dillon

Even people who speak passable Spanish can have trouble reading a menu. Although you may know that the word for meat in Spanish is carne, you might be surprised to discover vieja ropa (which means "old clothes") on a menu. In fact, it is shredded beef. This guide was created for the traveler who wants to enjoy, appreciate and experience authentic cuisine and know what he or she is eating.

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

About the author

Andy Herbach is the author of the popular Eating & Drinking series of menu translators and restaurant guides, as well as the Made Easy travel guides covering major cities and regions across Europe and the U.S. A frequent traveler and food enthusiast, he also writes the Wining & Dining guides. Andy is a lawyer and lives in Palm Springs, California.