Murcians celebrate the end of Lenten fasting by burning a giant papier-mâché sardine.

For a brief seasonal window in Spain, snails go from dreaded pests to coveted tapas.

This Spanish city gears up for Lent with a massive meringue fight.

A Spanish ritual meant to inject effervescence into a flat drink.

To earn a waffle from these vendors, you must first play a game of roulette.

This Galician punch is set aflame to ward off evil spirits.

Impress Murcianos by correctly eating these fried lemon leaves.

In Catalonia, the fortified wine has its own weekend ritual.

Outdoor festivals in Valencia call for traditional fare made in gargantuan pans.

On the island of Mallorca, locals celebrate their viticulture with parades, grape-stomping contests, and a massive fruit fight.

Goggles are a good idea at this wine-slinging battle.

After the giant food fight is over, fire trucks are needed to hose down the sauce-filled streets.