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How to order the best seafood in Spain

On November 25, 2018December 16, 2020 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in SpainLeave a comment

Fresh seafood, perhaps with a chilled glass of white wine, is one of the best things about Spanish eating. Here's how to find your way round a seafood menu, with English translations

Dining at Hemingway’s table at the oldest restaurant in the world

On November 10, 2018January 8, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in Spain, Great places to visit in Spain2 Comments

The oldest restaurant in the world has been serving meals in Madrid for almost three centuries. And over the years, they've had some interesting guests...

There’s more to a Spanish deli than just chorizo!

On March 17, 2018November 20, 2020 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in SpainLeave a comment

Spain has a great regional tradition for cold meats . Every part of the country seems to have its own speciality. Here's a guide.

The threat to almond blossom time on the Costa Blanca

On March 9, 2018January 11, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in Spain, Things to do and see around Villajoyosa1 Comment

Almond blossom is one of the springtime sights on the Costa Blanca. But its future is threatened by a pest attacking the almond trees. And so far, there's no cure.

Villajoyosa: Spain’s capital of chocolate!

On January 25, 2018January 11, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in SpainLeave a comment

To say Villajoyosa is famous for chocolate is a bit of an understatement. Not many places can boast three working chocolate factories. Go on a visit and sample the product!

A meat-eater’s guide to a Spanish menu

On January 18, 2018January 8, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in Spain3 Comments

How to find your way round a meat menu in Spain. What to order, the different cuts of meat and styles of cooking. Everything from the most expensive steak to pigs trotters!

How to order the best fish in Spain

On January 5, 2018January 8, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in Spain2 Comments

There's a bewildering variety of fish on offer in Spanish restaurants. So which do you go for? Here's a handy translation guide to the fish you'll find on Costa Blanca menus, or at the pescaderia in the supermarket.

More than just paella; choosing the best Spanish rice dishes

On January 4, 2018December 5, 2020 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in Spain2 Comments

Paella may be the most famous dish on a Spanish menu. But the Comunidad Valenciana is its real home. Here's how to choose the best rice dishes from the rich variety on offer.

Best places to eat and drink in Villajoyosa

On January 4, 2018December 5, 2020 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in SpainLeave a comment

Feeling hungry or thirsty in Villajoyosa? Here are a few recommendations for the best places to eat and drink in La Vila.

When the boat comes in: behind the scenes at Villajoyosa fish market

On January 4, 2018January 10, 2020 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in Spain, Things to do and see around VillajoyosaLeave a comment

Every weekday afternoon Villajoyosa’s fishing fleet heads into port with the catch of the day. Watch the trawlers being unloaded and see how the fish is auctioned off - it's a surprisingly hi-tech operation,

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