Calamares en su tinta (Squid in its ink) Ingredients 2 Kg squid 750g onions 1 bay leaf Nutmeg 2 soup spoons corn flour sherry oil salt Method Chop the onions finely then set aside. Wash the squid (setting aside the ink sacks), cut into strips and fry gently in a pan with a small amount of oil. When the squid turns white, add the onions, nutmeg, bay … [Read more...] about Calamares en su Tinta
History of Gibraltar
Many people have asked for a quick rundown on the history of Gibraltar, so here is a little bit to wet your appetite. Gibraltar is located on the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula. Historically a strategic vantage point and as a result was fought over for hundreds of years. The 'Rock of Gibraltar' overlooks the Mediterranean. It is one of the remaining overseas UK … [Read more...] about History of Gibraltar
Healthy living – Tummy Trouble!
This can ruin a good holiday as anyone who's ever suffered from diarrhea can vouch for. Tummy upsets tend to be more common on foreign holidays given that the food and drink consumed will contain different bacteria than what our bodies are accustomed to. Diarrhea tends to occur when we inadvertently consume food or drink which is not properly prepared or contaminated. Poor … [Read more...] about Healthy living – Tummy Trouble!
Pretty, laid back Tarifa, a surfers paradise!
Tarifa is located at the eastern point of the peninsula open to both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean with vast, beautiful beaches lashed by strong East winds. Ten kilometres of white sandy beaches have elevated the town as the European surfers paradise. It is an attractive, laid-back town even a during the summer season. The old town merits investigation with pretty … [Read more...] about Pretty, laid back Tarifa, a surfers paradise!
Village of Casares, situated in the Malaga province of Andalucia
Casares is a picture postcard village which sits on a hilltop between the Ronda mountains and the Costa del Sol. Its unique beauty earned it the status of a site of artistic and historic importance. Legend has it that its origins date back to Julius Ceasar who ordered its construction in gratitude for having been healed in the nearby waters of La Hedionda of a skin complaint … [Read more...] about Village of Casares, situated in the Malaga province of Andalucia