From Spain with Love: With Annie Sibonney (2011)

An intimate 13 x half-hour food lover's odyssey, From Spain With Love immerses viewers in the rich and diverse culinary culture of Spain, as seen through the eyes of gastronomad and host Annie Sibonney. Using food as a window into the very heart of Spain and its people, the series uncovers the rich culinary traditions of the country. From the food mecca of San Sebastian to the quaint fishing villages of Galicia, from cosmopolitan Barcelona to the bustling excitement of Madrid, From Spain With Love explores the deep-rooted connection between the land, the farmer, the fisherman, the ingredient, the home cook and the chef across Spain's many regions. With a culinary culture that is pushing the boundaries of creativity while still clinging passionately to tradition, there is no more fascinating place in the world of food to be right now than Spain. From Spain With Love uncovers the rich contradictions of Spain. Annie invites viewers into the kitchens, fields and farms of Spain as she celebrates its food by working alongside both traditional cooks in rugged kitchens and star chefs who are producing some of the world's most innovative culinary techniques. As Annie eats and cooks her way through Spain, audiences will taste the food and savor each experience with her. A self-taught chef, expert on Spanish gastronomy and owner of a culinary tour company, Annie has spent the past five years exploring Spain in search of the most memorable meals and ethereal culinary pleasures. Along the way, she has forged relationships and friendships with world-renowned chefs, local characters, food critics, historians, wine makers and artisans, all rooted in a shared love for celebrating life through memorable food, wine, travel, friends and experiences. Born to French-Moroccan parents and based out of Toronto, Annie has traveled the globe in pursuit of culinary adventure. Her mastery of multiple languages, including Spanish, has allowed her to fully explore some of the richest gastronomic centers of the world including Morocco, France, Egypt, Spain, Italy, Peru and Mexico. Annie also contributes frequently on food to Spanish-language publications.