The Enigmatic Ritual of La Tomatina: Spain's Food Fight -- La Tomatina originated in 1945 when a group of young people started a food fight during a local festival. Over the years, what began as a spontaneous event transformed into an international attraction, drawing thousands who revel in throwing overripe tomatoes at each other in a backdrop of music and celebration. #LaTomatina #SpainTraditions #CulinaryFestivals #Historyfacts | The History Portal

La Tomatina is Spain’s famous tomato battle, the biggest food fight in the world, and the sauciest few days in Europe. Discover the pleasure of throwing tomatoes at your friends and strangers, while dodging those hurled at you. While you're at it explore the wonders Valencia has to offer; parties, playas, and paellas as far as the eye can see! All with the #1 party travel company in Europe. | Stoke Travel

Thousands of revelers in threw tomatoes at each other to celebrate Spain’s "La Tomatina," one of the most popular food fight festivals in the world. | NBC News World

People traveled from around the world to participate in the world's biggest food fight — Spain's annual La Tomatina festival | NowThis