Summer entertaining: 20 tasty tapas (continued)

Calamares Fritos (Fried Squid) -- An easy recipe to whip up in the frying pan from fresh or frozen. If it's your first try, look for squid that is already cleaned.

Ceviche -- A spicy, Spanish-influenced dish made with your choice of fish, chilli and lime juice. The acidic lime juice even starts the cooking process for you.

Tuna and Goat Cheese Empanadillas -- These small, pocket turnovers don't require silverware to eat -- just fingers!

Mushroom Pinchos -- Garlic, parsley, paprika and a dash of sherry vinegar add flavour to these fried mushrooms.

Mini Chilled Gazpacho -- This chilled soup adds a new texture to the mix. Serve it in mini-glasses with a garnish of cool cucumber.

Red onion and orange salad -- Bring some colour to the table with this popular and festival salad.

Apple and Walnut Salad -- It's fruity and crunchy, and helps you get some of those healthy omega-3 fatty acids too.

Ensalada de Pepino (Cucumber Salad) -- An easy salad to throw together at the last minute when unexpected guests stop by. Not only are the tomatoes and cucumber refreshing on a hot day, but they'll also help to balance out some of the richer fare.

Stuffed Cherry Tomato Tapas -- Wondering what to do with that bumper crop of tomatoes in your garden? Stuff them for a fresh finger food. (If you've got larger tomatoes in your garden, try RecipeZaar's Breaded Tomatoes instead).

Chick-Peas and Spinach Tapas -- these tapas are good for you because they're packed with protein, fibre and nutrients. Use the mixture to stuff mini pita pockets or serve it on toast.

Ham, Cheese and Chorizo with Bread -- Toasted bread or baguette slices topped with meat and cheese are another popular form of tapas. This version uses tasty choices like Manchego cheese, Serrano ham and Spanish chorizo sausage.

Lemon Olive Tapas -- Save the lemon zest from other recipes to make this tangy appetizer. Give yourself a day's leeway to give the herbs, lemon and olives a chance to thoroughly mingle.