Rick Steves' Splurge Meat in Spain

Travel expert Rick Steves skips famous Serrano ham in Spain and splurges on premium jamón ibérico instead. This glistening, fat-marbleled delicacy, often sliced from hocks at bars, delivers an inky-rich flavor that elevates any rustic bocadillo. Savor it at spots like Bodegas Campos in Córdoba, paired with bold rabo de toro stew or salmorejo gazpacho. While pork dominates tapas alongside seafood and croquetas, this ham stands as a luxurious icon worth the extra euros for its tuxedo-worthy taste.