The Spanish figured out something about eating that much of the world is still catching up to: a meal shared in pieces is better than one consumed alone. World Tapas Day on June 18 celebrates the tradition that made passing plates, trying a little of everything and having a conversation part of the meal itself. As American diners increasingly seek out restaurants that feel like an event, the small-plate format has never been more relevant.

A wooden board with assorted bruschetta topped with tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers, with small bowls of mixed vegetable appetizers in the background.
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