Regional dishes, wine, local festivals, and cultural traditions.
At Christmas all over Spain, Italy, Portugal and southern France, we see examples of the Belén (literally meaning Bethlehem) which is rather like our Nativity scene but on steroids. How elaborate you make your Belén is a matter of pride in homes, villages and cities. People spend a considerable amount of money on the figurines, … Read more
Three Kings Day is celebrated with a spectacular light parade and with the delicious Róscon de Reyes, a sweet bread topped with candies.
Here is a list of our helpful Spanish and Portuguese phrases for the Camino de Santiago. Learn some before you start your Walk!
Seafood Paella is by far one of the most popular versions in Galicia and on the Camino de Santiago. We are sharing our authentic Seafood Paella recipe from our Camino guide, Alex.
Sopa de Ajo or Garlic Soup is served all over Spain, but it is more popular in the states of Galicia and Castile y León. We are sharing a simple, but one of our favorite recipes for Sopa de Ajo. We hope you can try to make it at home during these winter days.
Learn about the traditions of the Calçots Harvest from the Cataluña area in Spain; and how to make your own Romesco Sauce for them.
Filloas de Leche Gallego is one of the many delicious foods made in Galicia, the region in Northwest Spain along the Camino de Santiago. Learn our easy recipe here.
Our guide, Lily, provides her suggestions on what to do in Santiago de Compostela after your Camino de Santiago!
Due to popular demand, we are sharing recipes of our favourite Summer Drinks, including an authentic Red Wine Sangria and a fresh summer White Wine Sangria!
Summer is in full effect and it is getting hotter here on the Camino de Santiago. This is a great, healthy addition to your summer salad recipes!
This is one of our quickest, most healthy and nutrient dense salads we like to to whip together on the trail.