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A TAPAS DANCE: WALKING IN ANTHONY BOURDAIN’S FOOTSTEPS
Saint Anthony Bourdain inspired our whirlwind of eating and drinking in Granada for several days during our stay. We were […]
Madrid Cooking Class: Delicous Paella, Tapas and More
One of the great attractions for us in Spain, and in Madrid specifically, is the cuisine. And any chance we […]
Rekondo: Tradition Meets Innovation in San Sebastian
Rekondo Perched on the scenic Paseo de Igeldo in San Sebastian, Rekondo is more than just a restaurant; it’s a […]
Discovering Spanish Tapas
A tale of tapas in San Sebastian, Granada, and Madrid. Tapas, small plates of deliciousness, hold a prized place in […]
The Magnificent Alhambra
Yesterday, Mary and I made our third pilgrimage to The Alhambra, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, looming over the ancient city of Granada. It is a stunning example of Islamic architecture and a symbol of Moorish power and the shifting tides of Christian rule in Spain. If anything, we were even more impressed this time as we learned new information about this sprawling complex and the people who lived there.
TAPAS WITH ANTHONY BOURDAIN
Saint Anthony Bourdain inspired our whirlwind of eating and drinking in Granada last week. We were determined to walk in his footsteps. The late great chef provocateur filmed an episode of “Parts Unknown” in 2013 featuring five tapas bars here. We planned to check out the same ones. But not all in one night, as Boudain and pals did. And not eating exactly everything he did. We’re no match for his try-anything appetite, stamina, or even his biting, irreverent prose. Who is?
EATING DUBLIN: FAB FOOD TRAILS
For our first stop on Fab Food Trails Dublin, Eveleen Coyle, our friendly tour guide and founder of the 10-year-old company, gathered us in from the day’s showers in a favorite coffee shop, just steps from bustling Grafton Street. “I began doing this mainly because I knew Irish produce wasn’t getting the recognition it deserves,” she explained over warming cappuccinos. “I was very aware that our reputation abroad for food was not great.”
Savor South Africa’s Winelands: A Gourmet & Wine Lover’s Journey through Franschhoek & Stellenbosch
More than 300 wineries thrive here in the moderate Mediterranean climate cooled by breezes from the Atlantic and Indian oceans, but they aren’t lined up, Napa Valley-like, on the main roads, preserving an appealing farm-country vibe.
Our arrival in February coincided with harvest – and some of the area’s warmest weather. From our first base, the charming Plumwood Inn, we would explore Franschhoek and neighboring Stellenbosch, historic small towns considered by many to be South Africa’s wine and culinary capitals.