When we disembarked at the Bologna train station we feared we had made a mistake. Gritty. Grimy. Grungy.And that was our first lesson. Bologna does not go out of its …
Ron and Mary’s Adventures
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Free tapas – yes, free! It’s a hallmark of the Granada food scene. While the tradition of a free tapa (small bite) served with drinks is rare in most of …
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One of the great attractions for us in Spain, and in Madrid specifically, is the cuisine. And any chance we get, we aim for hands-on experience to cook classic Spanish …
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Rekondo Perched on the scenic Paseo de Igeldo in San Sebastian, Rekondo is more than just a restaurant; it’s a living testament to Basque heritage. Founded in 1964 by former …
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The recent squirt-gun protest by Barcelona’s Neighborhood Assembly for Tourism Degrowth (ABDT) drew international attention to the growing tensions surrounding mass tourism. While the ABDT’s demand for a radical reduction …
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On Friday, we took a 35-minute train ride from Madrid to the ancient city of Toledo. Toledo’s rich 2000-year history, narrow medieval streets, and eclectic architecture left us amazed when …
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Saint Anthony Bourdain inspired our whirlwind of eating and drinking in Granada last week. We were determined to walk in his footsteps. The late great chef provocateur filmed an episode …
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Granada, much like Toledo, is a city defined by its history. People have called it home for over 7,000 years. Sunday morning we joined a Highlights of Granada free walking …
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We usually focus on food and drink when we do a restaurant post. This one isn’t necessarily about food, although it was outstanding. This is about restaurant employees who go …
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Probably the best travel day in a long time. Madrid Uber driver on time and happily loaded our bags. Easy time finding our bus in an airport-like bus station with …