A lifetime of encounters with Spain.
Posted in Reflexiones en Español on Apr 15th, 2008
Considero que es fascinante la manera en que las raíces absorben alimento de diferentes nutrientes, y que a menudo resulta en algo tan exquisito. Análogamente, nuestro aceite de oliva virgen extra Señorío de Vizcántar contiene el jugo de tres olivas muy características. Carece del aroma límpido del aceite de una única clase de oliva como [...]
Posted in Corners of Spain, Reflections on Spain on Apr 15th, 2008
The bond of the people of Galicia to their ocean is complete. The coast is punctuated by rias or fjords – fingers of the ocean reaching deep into the land, delivering the riches of the sea virtually to their doorsteps of Galician homes.
Many people first think of the exotic parts of Spain: gypsies, flamenco, forts, fountains and colorful tiled patios. This legacy of 700 years of a Moorish presence is fascinating and significant. But the tapestry of Spain contains many more threads. Ruth and I find it absorbing to explore the variety of cultures still represented in this ancient land. For example, some of you may not even know of Celtic Spain – complete with bagpipes and the misty hills of the Northwest
The next time you are planning a trip to Spain, I urge you to consider spending some time in green and gorgeous Galicia – especially in the early spring before the tourists come. The scenery is dramatic, the people are the salt of the earth, their crusty bread is astonishingly good, and the seafood is incomparable.
