Deborah, a certified Sommelier, co-founded Taberna de Haro in Boston and became sole owner in 2007. She built one of the largest and most acclaimed all-Spanish wine lists in the U.S., featuring over 300 wines — including 94 Sherries, the second-largest Sherry selection in the world. Her awards include James Beard Semi-Finalist for Wine Program (2018), The World of Fine Wine (2018–2024), and Wine Spectator (2004–2024)

A leading Boston authority on Spanish cuisine and wine, Hansen teaches at Boston University’s Culinary Arts Program. She holds a B.A. in Spanish from Bates College and an M.A. from NYU, and has lived over eight years in Madrid. She has traveled extensively in Spain’s wine regions, remaining deeply committed to authentic Spanish food and wine.

Chef Deb will be in the DFP kitchen for a handful of classes, so grab your spot today and get ready for a very special evening of food and wine by an expert sommelier and chef! Check out the list of descriptions below in red  and sign up today. Deb has a wealth of knowledge in Spanish food and wine that she can't wait to share with you!

Regional Spanish Tapas with Chef Deborah Hansen!!

Navarra Wednesday 5/6

  Roncal cheese tapa with roasted red peppers
  Leeks vinagreta
Baby artichokes with jamón

“The Running of the Bulls is Navarra’s most famous draw, but the food alone is a worthy attraction.  In a land replete with vegetables, wine, and Basque culinary sensibility, delicious dishes abound. We’ll make three traditional specialties that double as tapas or dinner.”

Asturias Thursday 5/21

   Endive tapas with feisty blue cheese, apple, and walnuts
White beans with clams
Best rice pudding ever

"Way up north along the Bay of Biscayne lies the region of Asturias, known for a feisty blue cheese called cabrales, sumptuous bean stews, and the most decadent rice pudding ever.  We’ll prepare and then feast on a lively tapa, a deeply satisfying bean and clam dish, and creamy rice pudding.”

Valencia Wednesday 6/17

  Orange-salt cod-olive salad
  Black paella

“Paella is arguably Spain’s most famous dish, but Spaniards will tell you it should only be eaten in Valencia.  We’ll prepare an authentic paella to save you the trip (for now) as well as an unusual but incredibly enticing Valencian orange salad.”