Though there are several types of chorizo in Spain, including chorizo riojano (from Rioja) ... As a final step, chorizo is smoked over oak and left to dry once again in the cool air.

Rioja may account for a tiny slice of Spain, ... and Rioja Baja which is affected by the dry Mediterranean climate, ... potato stew with chorizo, Rioja-style cod and roast baby lamb.

What do Spanish and Mexican chorizo have in common? Though chorizo predates Columbus, it was transformed by the Columbian exchange. Prior to the arrival of the Spanish in Mexico, the color of ...

Chorizo with Rioja wine pitched to UK buyers . By Julia Glotz 2013-04-13T00:00:00+01:00. No comments. A Spanish artisan meat producer is pitching a chorizo that contains Rioja to UK retailers. Chorizo ...

6 ounces dry-cured Spanish chorizo, cut into 1/8-inch-thick half-moons 1 large yellow onion , chopped (about 1 1/2 cups ) 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves ) ...