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Spanish Food

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Calamares - Spanish Food

Spanish Food is among the most popular in Europe. Its variety and simplicity means minimal effort and maximum taste! Ingredients are easy to come by and whether you’re interested in cooking a paella or a spanish omelette (tortilla) don’t be afraid to give it a try. Depending on which region of Spain you visit you […]

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Albondigas (Savoury Meatballs)….

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Moorish in origin, these fragrantly spiced meatballs (Albondigas) are tossed in a paprika-flavoured tomato sauce to make another well-loved tapas bar favourite. Ingredients 300g minced pork (makes about thirty) 3 garlic cloves, crushed 50g dried white breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons […]

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Gallina en Pepitoria…chicken fricasee

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Gallina en Pepitoria

Ingredients Olive oil 6 Chicken portions 1 small onion 2 Carrots 1 bay leaf 3 cloves garlic nutmeg parsley (fresh or dry) salt and pepper 50grms ground almonds 1/2 pint dry white wine 1 sachet powdered saffron Method Remove skin from chicken, wash and pat dry on kitchen roll. Place on a dish and sprinkle […]

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Dehydration Prevention!

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

August is the hottest month of the year and it is important to adopt certain simple measures to prevent dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration can include thirst, weakness, vomiting, headaches, irritability, dizziness and general unease with a reduction in performance. The following simple steps are recommended to avoid dehydration: 1. Drink fluids even when not thirsty. […]

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A Mediterranean Diet Menu

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Prawns

What Does A Mediterranean Diet Menu Consist Of? Spanish cooking, like the country and its people, is colourful, lively and robust. Olive oil and garlic are two of the most common ingredients in a Mediterranean Diet Menu having been imported by the Romans. Whilst under Arab occupation, which lasted for centuries, it took onboard saffron, […]

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Pollo en Salsa de Tomate (Chicken in Tomato Sauce)

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Pollo en Salsa de Tomate

Ingredients Chicken portions 1/2 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 bay leaf 1 glass of dry white wine 400gms tin of tomatoes sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup frozen peas olive oil Method Pour olive oil into pot, enough to cover base. Add chopped onions and bay leaf and fry till softened but not brown. Add garlic. Next […]

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Summer Eggs!

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Hot summer temperatures can affect the bacterial quality of eggs and can lead to salmonella food poisoning. To ensure that eggs are as safe as possible to eat, some simple practices can be performed. When buying eggs place them in the refrigerator as soon as possible after purchase. This prevents deterioration in the yolk membrane […]

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Learn about Healthy Living in Andalucia!

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Healthy Living in Andalucia The benefits of swimming Protecting your baby from the sun Enjoy the Sun Sensibly! Sun….Factor not Fiction! Treatment of Jellyfish Stings Dehydration Prevention Water……Look and Feel Great! Summer Eggs! Tummy Trouble

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Cochifrito (Lamb with lemon and garlic)

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Ingredients 875g lean boneless lamb, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon mild paprika (pimenton dulce) 3 tablespoons lemon juice 4 tablespoons finely chopped flat leaf parsley, plus extra to garnish 100ml vegetable or chicken stock salt and pepper finely grated lemon rind, to […]

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Enjoy the Sun Sensibly!

December 4, 2013 By Andalucia Travel Guide

Adults just like babies need to protect their skin from the sun. Certain basic precautions should be taken so as to avoid being burned by excessive exposure. The locals have a routine when going to the beach and most will avoid exposure between noon and 4pm. However, when on holiday we tend to indulge as […]

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