We don’t feel too bad messing around a little with tradition to make this dish with … Making patatas a la Riojana at homeRead more
Spain
Sustenance for the long walk to Santiago de Compostela
Full disclosure first: We did NOT walk one of the pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela, … Sustenance for the long walk to Santiago de CompostelaRead more
Super Bowl arroz con pollo
We were surprised to read recently that Super Bowl Sunday is the second biggest eating holiday … Super Bowl arroz con polloRead more
Making paella Valenciana at home
Paella must be popular worldwide, judging by the recipe we received from the proprietor of Ceramicas … Making paella Valenciana at homeRead more
Shopping in Valencia for paella tools and ingredients
After tasting paella at La Pepica (see previous post) , we were able to identify the … Shopping in Valencia for paella tools and ingredientsRead more
La Pepica: the mother church of paella in Valencia
When Valencianos say that they are "going to the beach," they usually mean Playa de Malvarossa, … La Pepica: the mother church of paella in ValenciaRead more
What to buy in a Spanish grocery store
We love visiting fresh markets when we travel. But except for dried herbs and spices, most … What to buy in a Spanish grocery storeRead more
Cabrales – why it’s good to get the blues
We saw many more cows than sheep or even goats as we drove the twisting mountain … Cabrales – why it’s good to get the bluesRead more