I just had an epiphany after reading Antonio's post. I agree to a point that you should steer clear of the Gran Tapa decoration style...I think that dividing your restaurant into "autonomous regions" might get the discussion going. If you have a couple of dining rooms, you may be able to decorate with all the regions:

-sección gallega
-sección asturiana (y de cantabria...)
-sección vasca (y navarra)
-sección aragonesa
-sección castellana (vieja/nueva)
-sección manchega
-sección extremeña
-sección andaluza
-sección catalana
-sección canaria
-sección «baleares»

I think this to be a more permanent version of Antonio's theme night idea, but it might work. You would have to include some flamenco decor with Andalucía, but at least it wouldn't be the focus of the overall decor. Solamente una idea...

[ 05-27-2001: Message edited by: CaliBasco ]

Jaime's new post reminded me of this and I justed wanted to add an update:

Restaurante Costa Brava is officially open for business!!!
Our friend has opened the establishment about 3 weeks ago, and word is spreading!!
The food is excellent, very typical Spanish, an all Spanish wine menu, the best Sangria in San Diego (so we are told) and even Alhambra beer (the only Spanish beer for export)!
I swear the Spaniards in S.D. are coming out of the woodwork and we are now starting to see repeat customers (a good sign)!
I'm sorry to be raving about it, but I am so happy to be a part of this venture!!!

p.s. MM, I'm not soliciting, really!
p.p.s. Cali, we still don't have a date for the real grand opening, but you are on the list, should be in about 2-3 weeks, i'll keep you posted!!!

[ 08-03-2001: Message edited by: laduque ]