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The Basque Country has so many charming cities, towns, and fairytale villages to explore. If you’ve already seen San Sebastian or are looking for day trips from big Bilbao, our Guide to Basque Country and Beyond is showing you the 10 best towns and smaller villages that you can explore in and around the Basque territory.

The Sherry wines scene in Jerez Sherry wines change is afoot in Jerez. Those who know me will be aware that this is a constant refrain of mine. The area’s wine industry is going through a process of transformation in terms of vineyards, wineries, and oenology… and also, in the way the residents themselves view their own locally-produced wines. Which is, in my opinion, hugely important. One topic of conversation which often comes up is why the Sherry brand has been suffering so badly for the past few decades. Clearly, there is no simple solution to this problem. Such a

Shopping just got easier, much easier than we could ever have thought. When the travel journalist Ann Abel reached us out to count on us for the 2020 Mother’s Day we felt excited. There was one conditioning: all the goods should be available in the USA. It was even more exciting now.

Alioli: how to make it on real time Alioli, allioli, aioli or ajoaceite – four different ways of naming the most famous garlic sauce, all meaning [garlic & oil] – is not definitely a new and cosmopolitan creation. It dates back Egyptian times, then the Romas really extended it over their empire beginning in Sicily, and later during the Al-Andalus it spread from Spain to the northern countries. Nowadays, the tasty sauce is found all over the Mediterranean culture countries, and did set well in Spain. Originally the allioli recipe does not have any egg, it is as simple as garlic and oil manually crushed and blended

Know the basic recipes for Fideuà, Spanish noodles and seafood paella How to make a fideuà Cooking improves moods, and inspires hope, so cook as much as you can in these days of coronavirus lockdown. Paella is probably the most popular Spanish dish, and only a few might have heard about fideuà /(fideua)/ with stress at the “a”. We will soon come with the detailed written recipe of this healthy, tasteful and fast-to-make noodles, but in the meanwhile we bring you this home made video recorded last Sunday, officially our paella day in Spain.   Sign in to receive the detailed recipe and to

Wild foraging shows how nature in the Mediterranean inspired Catalan cuisine, but also Catalan artists such as Dalí. In fact, many of Dali’s works of art were inspired by the Mediterranean landscape found in the stunning cliffs Cap de Creus.

Vinoble is The International Noble Wines Exhibition being the only wine show dedicated exclusively to fortified, dessert, and natural sweet wines. It is for many the greatest wine appointment.

Fantastic Away from the tourists crowds, the Matarraña (or Matarranya) region is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway, especially if you’re in search of some peace and quiet. We suspect that was what Donald Trump Jr. was looking for in his recent visit to the area. Indeed, you should certainly embrace the slow travel philosophy when in Matarraña. The region is often compared to the Italian Tuscany for its tranquility and serene atmosphere, with rural chic accommodation options and truly singular spots in the middle of the nature. There’s no better place to take is slow, stay present and be

Best Restaurants Awards 2018 celebrated in Bilbao Joan and Jordi Roca from El Celler de Can Roca*** | Photograph: The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2017   Following 2017’s hugely successful 15th edition in Australia, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, announced that its 2018 awards ceremony would be hosted at the Euskalduna Centre in Bilbao on the evening of 19 June. The prestigious celebration of the very best in global gastronomy included a series of events running from 16-20 June 2018 across the Basque region of Spain, showcasing the area’s outstanding culinary credentials to an international audience of

Grazing the Pyrenees from the north of Spain, the region of Navarra is known for its green landscapes and cool climate, as the many pilgrims that cross the province walking the Camino de Santiago will be able to confirm. But Navarra is also homeland of the astonishing desert of Bárdenas Reales, one of only a few deserts in Europe and definitely impressive. Navarra‘s natural beauty is the region’s best emblem, but it is internationally renowned for the running of the bulls in its capital, Pamplona, during the San Fermín festival that takes place every month of July. Having been part of Eukal Herria

San Fermín Festival of Pamplona Although the historic city of Pamplona is chockablock with art, culture, music, and delicious food and wine any time of year, you can’t quite call yourself a serious traveler if you haven’t yet made the pilgrimage to this beautiful part of Spain for the legendary San Fermín Festival and you haven’t witnessed first hand the running of the bulls in Estafeta street. You’re no doubt familiar with the multi-day festival’s signature event, the running of the bulls, but with nine days of near-constant partying and cultural traditions, there’s much more to San Fermín than first

Why does Jamon Iberico lead the top 4 world’s finest foods list? The honorable list defines foie, caviar, truffle and jamon iberico as the four gastronomic pearls. What makes jamón ibérico so special compared to other pork hams such as the adorable prosciutto di parma or the sweety French porc noir gascon? These are the 5 reasons that make this cured Spanish ham unique: 1. DEHESA, THE EUROPEAN SAVANNAH The dehesa ecosystem is the result of human action in the Mediterranean forest over thousands of years, and it is a savannah-like open woodland. The first anthropic action was the clearing

But what makes Spanish cuisine so contrasting and rich? Here we bring you The 8 most unique ingredients in the Spanish cuisine.

Sanlúcar Horses Races : 175 summers galloping along Sanlúcar de Barrameda beach   They start spectacularly, as dusk falls and the tide goes out: the Sanlúcar de Barrameda horse races began more than a century and a half ago, and have been declared of International Tourist Interest. 85 horses will take part in Spain’s oldest racing event this August This year marks 170 years since the first races were held in the riverside Cadiz town, in 1845. They will take place from 12 – 14 and 26 – 28 August, and the event has a rosy outlook for the future, thanks to enthusiastic

Of the millions of visitors who come to Spain every year, to enjoy the fabulous food, fascinating culture, wonderful weather, and varied landscapes, many still labour under several popular misconceptions about this beautiful but misunderstood country. Cuisine, dance, drinks – here we bust some of the most widespread myths about Spanish life, a special post about the 5 Common Myths about Spain. 1) 5 Common Myths about Spain: Sangria is the preferred drink Sorry to disappoint all you lovers of the bar menu stalwart, the holiday favourite, the pink drink that comes in a jug laced with spirits and chunks