While planning Operación Verano Fresco, I stumbled on a region that looked intriguing: bogs, purple-flowered heath, charming hotels & lots of hiking trails. Lüneberger Heide looked like it would be a relaxing getaway after so many city days, but little did I know it would turn into one of the most memorable stays of our Germany vacation…
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Jamón is so important to Spanish cuisine that it can be found lurking in almost everything. But with so much of this tasty product available, what makes ibérico so special? Is it truly worth the price? You bet. Let’s start with that gorgeous animal first…
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As with most traditional Spanish recipes, technique comes second to ingredients. This gaditano tapa —which literally translates to “dressed potatoes”— involves little prep or special skill to make, but the best quality produce & olive oil make this dish a knockout. My recipe is based on versions I’ve had at both Bar Terraza & Casa Rafael in Cádiz. Let’s get cooking!
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A multinational blackout while guiding a tour group? Not an experience I want to repeat, but it’s funny how Rafa & I had such intertwined experiences while in completely different places. Here’s our story:
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