The Pilgrim’s Menu

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Dining could put a dent on one’s wallet while traveling. An economical way of eating in Spain is ordering the menu del dia or menu of the day. It’s a meal that includes a starter, main course, and dessert, including … Continue reading →

Yemas de Santa Teresa

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Yemas are small orange balls made of cooked and sugared soft-boiled egg yolks. Yemas main ingredients: egg yolks, syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon The pastry is identified with the province of Avila, home of St. Teresa of Avila. It is said … Continue reading →

Tostada con Tomate y Jamon

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The first time I went to Spain was on a family road trip, and one of the memories that make me laugh is one of my sisters-in-law complaining about how we were always hungry. We were totally clueless about Spanish … Continue reading →

The Flavors of Umbria at Azienda Saio in Assisi, Italy

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One of the most memorable activities hubby and I did while on an escorted tour in Italy last year was a stop at a Tuscan farm for wine tasting and light lunch. Paired with fun company, we enjoyed the wine … Continue reading →

Tasty Tuesday: Cuoppo, an Italian Street Food

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I know it’s Wednesday, but I was too exhausted last night after a day in the Amalfi Coast that I did not have the energy to do anything else, but snooze! So, bear with me, it’s Tasty Tuesday! Cuoppo is … Continue reading →

Tasty Tuesday: Afternoon Tea in the Cotswolds

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Thanks to my husband’s love for the app Travelzoo, we discovered and got to experience afternoon tea at the Cotswolds’ “Hotel of the Year“, Cowley Manor. Driving the narrow 1-car roads leading to the Manor was a challenge, but all … Continue reading →