Usual Fare, Usually Good
From the start of this post, let me ask for forgiveness from my Spanish speaking friends. I don’t remember the correct terminology for the food I enjoyed in Spain. Thus, I’ll use English words and let...
View ArticleLocal Lunch, Spain
Several posts ago, I mentioned the usual fare I enjoyed while traveling through Spain. You might also remember my post about the town of Biar, where I had a good hike. Well, I also met a couple of cats...
View ArticleUpscale Dining, Ronda
Regular Bent Page readers may have noticed I’ve had a number of posts about Ronda, Spain. Well, here’s another one, and it’s also about food, my second favorite subject. This time we’re leaving the...
View ArticleCountry Quality, Spain
In the previous post, I discussed my stay at Hospedería Convento de la Parra. This post continues at the same location, taking a look at the fine supper served in the restaurant there. Entering from...
View ArticleA Fine Snack
If I parachuted into Siberia, I’m sure I could find a pastry shop. In Spain, it is much easier as there are many fine bakers of sugary delights. In Trujillo, there was one on my route and I didn’t pass...
View ArticleMoonrise Supper, Trujillo
The moon was rising over Trujillo, Spain. The sun had set, draining the sky of light. The statue of Pizarro looked out over a mostly empty plaza mayor. Only a short distance from here stands a row of...
View ArticlePosada Casa Vieja, Spain
Posada Casa Vieja, located in Turégano (not far from Segovia) stands on an old village square that will take you back centuries. The photo below hangs on the wall in the dining room, along with several...
View ArticleAirport Chow, Madrid
Typical airport food can be awful. I don’t know, maybe it’s the security x-ray machine that ruins it. However, I must say that at the end of my recent journey through Spain, I found decent eats at the...
View ArticleLa Tapa del Mundo, Madrid
For all the tapas shops in Madrid, I found this one odd. They advertise tasty bits from all over the world. You’ll find the usual Spanish fare here, but also stuff from Mexico, India, and so on. Wicked...
View ArticleRestaurante Túnel de Hada, Spain
Restaurante Túnel de Hada is located in the hotel and spa of the same name, in Jerte, Spain. The Jerte Valley itself is famous for its cherry trees and you’ll find that influence in the food prepared...
View ArticleA Meal in the Country, Spain
Many of the small hotels I like have their own restaurants, most of which are outstanding. Sometimes, given the location, I prefer to eat at the hotel rather than drive into town for a meal. Such was...
View ArticleRestaurante Corrillo, Salamanca, Spain (2014)
Restaurante Corrillo is located around the corner from many of the major attractions in the heart of old Salamanca. Here you can have a tasty lunch, a decent bottle of wine, and enjoy the local scene....
View ArticleRestaurante El Bernadino, 2014
As long as we’re in Segovia, Spain, let’s stop for lunch at El Bernadino, another favorite of mine, where I have dined many times. Restaurante El Bernadino, Segovia, Spain. Here you’ll find all the...
View ArticleMercado San Miguel, Madrid (2014)
For a culinary extravaganza in Madrid’s old town, go directly to Mercado San Miguel, adjacent to the Plaza Mayor. Mercado San Miguel, Madrid, Spain. Inside you’ll find every type of food both prepared...
View ArticleAlma de Julián Becerro, Madrid
On Calle Cava Baja in Madrid, among all those wondering tapas joints, you’ll find Alma de Julián Becerro, a shop par excellence for some of the best jamón in all of Spain. Alma de Julián Becerro,...
View ArticleRestaurante Botín, Madrid (2014)
Restaurante Botín has the honor of being the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the world. And for good reason. I’ve eaten here many times and each time it has been fantastic. Restaurante...
View ArticleTxakolina, Madrid (2104)
That wonderful street with tapas bars shoulder to shoulder! Of course, I’m talking about Calle Cava Baja. There you’ll find Txakolina, a place worth the effort, and there is some effort because it gets...
View ArticleChocolateria San Gines, Madrid (2014)
Chocolateria San Gines, another iconic spot in old Madrid. I’ve been here so many times and with good reason. The churros and chocolate are my favorite. Chocolateria San Gines, Madrid, Spain. This...
View ArticleTempranillo, Madrid
Another favorite stop for tapas on Calle Cava Baja (in Madrid) is Tempranillo. This place is more “old school” than “new school.” In other words if you order a glass of wine, they’ll bring you a small...
View ArticleLa Mallorquina, Madrid (2014)
La Mallorquina located on the Puerta del Sol in the heart of Madrid is a pastry shop you don’t want to miss. La Mallorquina, Madrid, Spain. They’ve been around for more than 100 years and for good...
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