Tapas is a Spanish dining tradition whose beginnings allegedly began when Spanish king Alphonso the 10th fell ill and was forced to eat small bites of food with wine between meals. His recovery technique so impressed him that he decreed no wine was to be served in any of the inns in the land, unless accompanied by something to eat. Thus, jars of wine were served topped with breads, meats and cheeses, and the tapa was born.

Tapas has evolved over the years, growing from a peasant tradition of between-meal nibbling into a full-fledged dining experience. Instead of small slabs of bread and cheese, modern diners share samplings of eclectic flavors from a variety of cultures. Multiple small portioned items are served in place of entrees, and guests are urged to dine community style if they want to get the most out of their experience.

At Chef's Table, we recommend our Prix Fix Dinner for Two to our first-time diners. It might seem like a lot to eat at first glance, but it remains the favorite of our regulars, and a good rule of thumb for new guests. Designed to let you try a sampling of our eclectic tapas and appetizing side dishes, we hope you'll bring in a friend to dine with us... and share in a unique dining experience.