Tapas translates to 'rations'. The most typical go-to food is not a big meal, instead it's a combination of small plates that usually consists of olives, bread, (often fried) seafood, meats, potatoes or beans and various veggies. It's diverse, it's tasty and who feels like having a big meal in the blasting sun when you can have a quick tapas with vermuth or beer and continue your running your errands.