Guide to Spanish Fruit Once the summer fades in Spain, Autumn arrives and brings a bumper crop of Spanish fruit. Seems like when you have fruit trees it seems that the whole crop comes at once. In September and October quince, avocadoes and pomegranates are plentiful. …
Now that 2020 is nearing its end, it’s a good time to look back at a decade of food trends to see just how much our culinary tastes have changed over the years. A decade is a pretty long time and, considering how many food trends …
With more emphasis on eating healthy and boosting our immune system. Superfoods are constantly in the media. Each month it seems that we discover a new superfood. Recent Food Trends for Goji berries, avocadoes and kale. This superfood list takes a look at some of the …
Spanish Omelette or Tortilla de Patatas is easily my favourite food. When I first moved to Spain I liked to eat it piping hot. But as I have gotten used to life in Andalusia I am happy to eat it cold in summer months. It is …
Acai Bowl Recipe & Ingredients An Acai bowl is made with acai berries. These small, circular blackish-purple fruits grown on a palm trees. Native to the Brazilian rainforests. They grow in Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago. You wont easily find fresh acai berries on sale. Instead …
As I can´t get out for my barista coffee each day things have changed this month. Used to visiting a local specialist coffee shop to have coffee ground before my eyes. I am now having to prepare my morning café con leche at home. So to …
As a foodie and some who eats out in local restaurants frequently. The lockdown is causing huge withdrawal symptoms. Most weeks I would eat breakfast and lunch out everyday. So this new situation is a huge change to my daily life. I am now having to …
In Andalusia many old traditions are still in place today. This is part of the charm of living in Southern Spain. The collection of orange blossom is still done by some locals. In the South of Spain as the region is surrounded by oranges we can …
The Paella had humble origins as far back as the 15th-16th century. Yet has become known as Spain´s national dish. Originally from Valencia and Alicante regions. Traditional Valencia Paella is often misrepresented. An authentic Paella does not have seafood in it. Lets take a look at …
On World Tapas Day, June 20th I´m sharing my Bib Gourmand experience at the fifth edition of ´Bocados´ festival. This gastronomic event in Granada was earlier this month. Located on Paseo del Salon, along the river, it lasted four days. Celebrated annually in Granada, this year …