Tapeña WinesTapas Challenge Quiz 2.0
Tapas Bar Settings & Animations6/17/2008
Question 1
Question: When invited to dinner by a madrileño, you can expect:•Early Bird Special•Reservations at 11:00•Appetizers at 1 a.m.•What the heck is a “madrileno”?
Conversation (table in foreground):•Woman: Can you recommend a seafood dish and wine pairing.•Man: My personal favorite is the chiringuito seafood paella served with the Tapena Tempranillo.
Fact:•Verdejo is Spain’s version of a Sauvignon Blanc•Quick tapas: Steamed mussels drizzled with vinaigrette and sprinkled with diced red, green and yellow bell peppers.
Piropo (table of two):•Man: With that you show…plus that I imagine; I have enough.•Woman: (Blushing) Well, I though we might go out to a disconthéque later tonight.
Animations:•Bartender pouring wine from bottle into glass; Man picking up and sipping wine; Woman eating food from plate
Question 1
Question 2
Question: When cooking paella, you want to include:
• Rice, mussles, clams and fish
• Jalapeños and lots of anti-acids
• Tortillas, rice, fried beans and sour cream
• Plenty of parmesan cheese
Conversation (table with two girls on right):
• Girl: There’s an el botellon over in Plaza Mayor tonight. Do you want to go?
• Girl: Sure! I’ll pick up some Tapena Garnacha.
Fact:
• Seafood paella is one of Madrid’s most popular dishes and pairs perfectly with Tapena Rose.
• Take a paseo, or a leisurely stroll, around Puerto del Sol to enjoy Madrid’s historical district and culture.
Piropo (Couple in foreground):
• Man: Oh! If you could cook like you walk, I would eat scraps!
• Woman: Hmmm – well, since I don’t cook, why don’t we go over to Museo de Jamon for some tapas instead?
Animations:
• Woman walking in the background; Bird flying from light post to light post; People eating and drinking wine
Question 2
Question 3
Question: To enjoy excellent tapas while sitting out in the sun on a beautiful day, head for:• Plaza Mayor• Alamo Plaza• Las Ramblas• La Bamba
Conversation:• Man: Would you like to go to Museo del Prado after lunch?• Woman: Oh yes. I hear they have Velazques’s “Las Meninas” painting on exhibit.
• Woman: This Tapena Rose is so enjoyable after our paseo through Plaza Mayor• Man: It is. The fresh cherry and strawberry flavors and crisp acidity is very refreshing.
Fact:• A chiringuito is a great place to grab a quick snack during siesta. • Tapena wines are sourced from Tierra de Castilla, a wine region south of Madrid.
Animations:• Eating and drinking wine; Small body movements (foot or hand moving)• Waiter coming out of store front
Question 3
Question 4
Question: Ernest Hemingway’s favorite restaurant in Madrid was:• Taco Bell – authentic and cheap• Casa Botin – Having been around since 1725, they’ve perfected Spanish cuisine• O’Malleys – best place to go for when craving a Guinness• Las Ventas – During the San Isidro festival in June
Conversation:• 1st Woman: The Tapena Garnacha is very delicious. Where does it come from?• 2nd Woman: The Tierra de Castilla wine region, just south of Madrid.
Fact:• (Picture of bullfighting ring) La Fiesta Nacional is a day of celebration in Madrid, and includes
parades, bullfighting, and events.• Quick Tapas: Dates stuffed with almonds, Cabrales cheese, chorizo, wrapped in baked and baked until
crisp.
Animations:• Outside lighting turns to dusk – chandelier turns on and casts glow over dining area; People drinking
wine and eating food; Small body movements (arms moving, feet tapping, etc).• Waiter walking back towards table;
Question 4
Question 5
Question: You’re in a bar and the waiter gives you a ración, you should:
• Pick your teeth with it
• Pay it and finish your drink
• Share the plate with one or two friends.
• Name it and take it home
Piropo:
• Man: I wish I were eternal so that I may love you all my life
• Bartender (thought bubble): Jeeze – do these lines ever work?
• Woman: Well, let’s start with today and see where tomorrow takes us.
• Bartender (thought bubble): Huh – apparently they do.
Fact Bubbles:
• (Tapas plate on bar) Jamon, a cured ham, is a popular aspect of tapas in Madrid.
• (picture of flamenco dancing in background) Flamenco is a form of song usually accompanied by a guitar and dancing
Animations:
• Bartender pouring wine; People eating and drinking wine
Question 5
Question 6
Question: If you order Verdejo, the waiter should give you:
• A Spanish white wine similar to Sauvignon Blanc
• A shot of tequila
• A smooth red wine, mellow with hints of pepper
• Cheese and crackers
Conversation:
• Guy: This Verdejo has a nice palate of bright stone fruit and a long finish.
• Girl: I like how balanced and crisp it is.
Fact bubbles:
• Siesta is a tradition of escaping the mid-day heat of Madrid by taking a relaxing break.
• Tapena Tempranillo is Spain’s quintessential red wine, with rich, bold blend of fruit, earth and structure.
Piropo
• Man: If beauty were a crime, you would deserve life in prison.
• Woman: You deserve life in prison for that line.
Animations:
• Woman leaning forward to listen to man; People eating and drinking wine; Body movements such as foot tapping, hand movements, etc.
Question 6 Pics
Question 7
Question: Head for a popular disco when:
• It’s 2am and you’re in the mood for some good music
• You have a craving for some jamon
• Your dinero is burning a hole in your wallet
• None of the above. Disco isn’t even a Spanish word
Conversation:
• Woman: The Tapena Garnacha is great after spending time on the dance floor.
• Man: Yah, after so much dancing, it’s the perfect refresher.
Piropo (couple on balcony):
• Man: You move like the Bolshoi Ballet!
• Woman: Thanks! Let’s head over to the bar – I’m parched!
Facts:
• Be sure to enjoy a long siesta in the late evening before heading out at 11pm for a night on the town.
Animations
• Movement on the dance floor – arms and legs moving to simulate dancing; Lights moving throughout dancers; People drinking wine; Twinkling of lights in the background
Question 7
Payoff / Results
• Upon answering all questions, a wine bottle pours wine into a glass. The more questions answered correctly, the more wine in the glass
• Results paragraph – Person graded on how well they would blend into Madrid (tie into Spain trip). – 0 out of 7 – You are an unwitting tourist
– 7 out of 7 – Spaniards will mistake you for a madrillo.
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