April 16, 2015
Beef Stew with Potatoes and Vegetables (Estofado de Carne con Patatas y Verduras) This week we want to share with you a very rich stew that we have prepared and that we are very sure that you will like :-) Beef Stew with Potatoes and Vegetables, this one is prepared with tender Veal :-) And to make it really tasty and give it a special touch, we have again used a very nice local Sherry wine from El Gato Winery ;-) This casserole can be prepared either in the traditional way by adding potatoes to the stew about fifteen minutes before finished cooking or by frying them beforehand and adding them at the end of the cooking. In both ways, the stew will be delicious ! However you prefer ! As always, when you prepare a stew, it is much better if you eat your stew the day after cooking it. We share now our recipe. We really hope you like it:
by Pilar Ruiz Text/US measures collaborated w/ Glenn Ferguson You can find more of her recipes at comomegustacocinar.blogspot.com
INGREDIENTS: * 1 3/4 lbs. (800 Gr.) Veal for stewing * 12 French (Cippolini) Onions * 4 Mature Red Tomatoes * 3 Medium Potatoes * 2 Carrots * 1 Head of Garlic * 2 Bay Leaves * 7 fluid ounces (2 dl) local White Wine (Gran Mayeto) from “El Gato Winery” * 2 Cups of Beef Broth * 4 Tbsp Olive Oil * Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
PREPARATION: * We are going to start peeling the onions without cutting the base so that they will not break while cooking. * Then, we separate the cloves of the garlic head, wash them and make a cut in each clove with a knife. * We wash and peel the carrots and cut them into slices. * We wash the tomatoes and make two cuts in the shape of a cross at the base. * Now we pour four tablespoons of olive oil in a stewing pot and heat it. * We will cut the Veal meat into cubes and season them. We add it to the pan together with the onions, garlic, tomatoes, carrots and washed bay leaves. * We aromatize our stew with ground black pepper, cover the pan and let it cook over high heat for 5 minutes, slightly moving the pan from time to time. * We take the lid off and continue cooking for 5 minutes more, while stirring. * We pour in the wine, allow time for it to evaporate, then pour in the previously heated broth. * Let’s cover the pan again, lower the heat and cook it for 1 hour, approximately until the meat is tender. * We add a little water if we see that the stew is dry. * We peel the potatoes, then wash and dry them. We cut them into cubes and fry them in plenty of oil until they get brown on the outside and are cooked inside. * We remove them from the frying pan with a slotted spoon, leave them on paper towels to drain the excess of oil and season them. * Then add them to the Casserole in the last moment and serve the stew. Let’s sit down at our dining table and enjoy it very much. We wish all of you a Happy Week and start getting ready for the Feria, which is right around the corner.
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pringtime in Andalusia is a wonderful time of the year. The weather is pleasant, the sun is out, and the flowers are blooming. Every Spring, the city of Córdoba, just like the city of El Puerto de Santa Maria, blooms into bursts of color. In 1918, Córdoba began its “Fiesta de Los Patios.” Emulating this admirable, and now traditional, concept, the city of El Puerto de Santa Maria began its “Fiesta de Los Patios” about 15 years ago.To understand why a celebration of this type was created, it is important to know a little about Andalusian architecture. Due to the hot and dry climate, private, as well as communal, homes in Andalusia have always been built with a central patio. This is a tradition that dates back to the Roman era and continues to be a common architectural feature, even now, in many newlybuilt homes. Filling this central patio with plants and water-features has always been a way to keep local homes cool. As the main focal point of a person´s home, patio decoration ended up taking on a life of its own. These patios not only offered a visual feast of colorful flowers, stone mosaics, and ceramic decoration, but they also brought out the classic scents of the Andalusian Springtime: jasmine and orange blossoms mixed with a myriad of scents from many other flowers and plants. As could be expected, individual pride in the decoration of these patios gave birth to a desire to share this beauty with others. Accordingly, the “Fiesta de Los Patios” was created. Fortunately, we do not have to travel to Córdoba in order to experience this beauty. It is difficult to imagine a house in the historic part of El Puerto which does not have a patio. Of course, there are many types of patios, along with different styles of architecture. Some are more ornate than others. All of them, however, maintain their historic, traditional, and cultural qualities. For some, they harbor the sweet memories of happy childhood. Approximately six hundred of these patios remain in El Puerto. Many of them are found behind unsuspecting doorways. Some are part of historical buildings, convents, communal homes,
old palaces, or even monasteries, which were built long protection from the summer´s heat. They are often the parties, dinners, or even some solitude. They provide a ni
Although only a relatively small number of vestiges of the past which the sponsorin you this coming week. The “Associa (Asociación de los Amigos de los be something equivalent to an
Next week, the Fiesta de lo ceremonial activities to be the fiesta to those person group is considered to be
Visits to the patios will b 11a.m. to 2 p.m. and from of activities that will be o printable map that is availa will be open for visits. At ea offered at least a complimen Some patios will also have exhi one, a painting and sculpture exhib
On Saturday, the 25th, the owners of som classical musicians, pop musicians, flamenco singe
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ago. Most feature tiled floors which provide additional e perfect location for enjoying plants, gardens, fountains, ice refuge as well as a common area for families to gather.
these patios will be part of the upcoming fiesta, they are ng association wants to preserve, protect, and share with ation of Friends of the Patios of El Puerto de Santa Maria” Patios Portuenses) is the sponsor of this event which will “open-house” in the States.
os Patios in El Puerto will begin with some introductory e held on Thursday the 23rd . This year, they will dedicate ns who are deemed to be “heroes and heroines,” which e that including every type of Medical Personnel imaginable.
be held on Friday and Saturday, the 24th and 25th, from m 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. In addition there will be a variety offered in conjunction with these patio visits. There is a able on-line. It identifies the homes with the patios that ach participating patio, every visitor will be welcomed and ntary glass of local wine and, at some, even a tapa as well. ibits. For example there will be a photography exhibit at bit at another, and even a bonsai tree exhibit at yet another.
me patios will host performances by flamenco dancers, ers and guitarists. On Sunday, the 25th, there will be a
“promenade/cruise” throughout the streets of El Puerto, celebrating this event and featuring vintage automobiles and motorcycles. They will gather at the 24-hour Diner in front of the Harley-Davidson store at noon. Also on Sunday, the 25th, at 2 p.m. there will be a Spanish tortilla contest at the Instituto Santo Domingo (on Calle Santo Domingo) along with a Flamenco dance performance. Everyone is invited to participate in the tortilla competition. This year there will be cash prizes of 175€, 100€, and 50€ awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, respectively. Anyone can compete but they must bring in their tortillas (in a disposable container) beginning at noon and, otherwise, no later than 1:30 p.m. On Sunday evening, at 9:30 p.m., the Hotel Monasterio will host a dinner where Spanish “mantones” (shawls) will be required for the ladies and a carnation boutonniere will be required for the men. The cost will be 25 Euros per person. The map and schedule of activities, in English and in Spanish, can be found at the Association´s website: www.patiosportuenses.com.es . Most of the patios will also be marked with a colorful apron hanging above the doorway. To see pictures of patios and activities which have been part of past Fiesta de los Patios, log-on to the Association´s website, or on to its Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/patios.portuenses. There is no set route, nor order, which needs to be followed. You can visit all of the patios, or just a few. It is a great opportunity to discover some of the hidden treasures for which southern Spain is known, to meet some of our Spanish neighbors, and to enjoy their hospitality. If you plan on visiting any of the patios, or attending any of the activities, our best suggestion would be that you park at the parking lots that are next to the El Puerto bullring, or at the parking lots that are near the Catamaran boarding dock, and visit the different sites on foot. Relax and enjoy the Spring weather. We hope to see you there!
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The view from CView Teleshoarma Absolutely the best middle Eastern (Greek/ Lebanese) food in the area! You will find all of your favorites: shoarmas, baba ghanoush, fattoush, tabule, hummus, falafel, etc. Teleshoarma is located in at Bahía Mar (on the outskirts of Puerto de Santa María, direction Cádiz) in the movie complex. The good news is that there is home delivery in Puerto and to the Housing (Fuentebravía) Gate. When you get the urge for some of these tasty dishes, all you have to do is call: 660 561869 or 956 110426 Cream’s Cream's Sports Bar & Grill is a wonderful sports bar with an awesome menu. It includes all the goodies you would find at your typical sports bar in the States. Cream's has been open for a little over a year, 14 months to be exact and it has created a great reputation for itself because of its superb wings ranging from mild to nuclear or its more subtle BBQ, lemon pepper, Bourbon and Teriyaki flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. It doesn't just stop there my friends, the burgers are to die for, the Philly cheese steak, the BBQ pulled pork sandwich, the tacos de carne asada, fish tacos, chicken tacos, pulled pork tacos, lasagna, shrimp and chips, nachos, steak bites, spinach artichoke dip, etc. I mean I could go on and on but I’ll let you find out for yourself. You can also catch all the latest sports action live while you enjoy your food and if that's not enough they do Taco Tuesday, Wing Wednesday, Thirsty Thursday
and when the NFL kicks off you can catch all the games there live. Doors open at 18:00 hrs Tuesday thru Sunday. They are currently closed on Mondays but will start to open on Mondays as of Monday May 4, 2015. Cream's is located at Inmaculada Concepcion, 21 which is right around the corner from the hands roundabout in Rota. Check them out on Facebook ( Eusebio Cream's ) or call for pick up orders at 856-040-615. El Tragaluz Restaurante El Tragaluz is once again hosting Gastronomic Days; this time featuring cheese. This means that all of the dishes will have some kind of cheese. This is something cheese lovers should not miss. Below is the menu. The cost is 35€ per person. · Cottage cheese bombon with seaweed, sesame and soya & olive oil emulsion. · Goat cheese semi-cured with pumpkin & spicy jam . · Cottage goat cheese with marinated tuna ginger, tomato, basil & salicornio seaweed. · Ricotta type with arenge fish & seaweed salad ( red aonogori) · Fish of the day with gouda cheese, cured bacon & ratatouille. · Beef loin mature, potato graten & blue cheese cream amontillado wine. · Orange, goat fresh cheese & chocolate. Information & bookings: 956 84 17 50 The Shamrock Bar & Eatery El Puerto de Santa Maria This Friday 17th of April,The Shamrock Bar & Eatery is holding a special themed food night.We will be serving a variety of delicious BBQ skewers, of tastes and flavours from around the world. From Thai style chicken satay skewers to Kefta style beef, to grilled octopus or salmon all served with original accompaniments and sauces to enhance the palate. And as every Friday night, enjoy our Karaoke party! (10pm onwards).
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”I Solidary Race “ Maria Auxiliadora” Date: Sunday, April 26th The day of the race, every runner will bring 2 kg of food (pasta, rice or olive oil bottles) for Rota’s soup kitchen. Registration and bases of participation on: www.aytorota.es Guided tours of the Luna Castle Saturdays and Sundays at 13:00 and 19:00, prior reservation needed (call 956 84 63 45 or email turismo@aytorota.es) Flea Market Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Central Market. To get a table, you must sign up previously in the bar in the Central Market. Flea Market Sundays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Calle Sargento Céspedes, Chorillo Beach Picobarro Second Hand Market Second hand market “El Chorrillo” Association. Sundays from 10.00 am. to 2.00 pm. Sargento Céspedes Street. Winery “El Gato” Dramatised Tour By “Bombastic Teatro” Day: Thursdays at 7.00 pm Price: 6€ adults and 2€ children.
an Andalusian don’t hesitate to come. Cost is 5€ and registration can be made in our school in Calle Luna 22, 1st floor in el Puerto de Santa María (city center). 856 922 595 – www.instituto-internacional. es XVII Fiesta de los Patios From Thursday April 23rd to Sunday the 26th. Enjoy a tour of Puerto's beautiful patios with various activities such as the Spanish omelette challenge. You can get more info about the participating patios at: www. elpuertodesantamaria.es/index.php?men_ id=87&art_id=527&PRY=novedades_fiestas.php
PUERTO DE SANTA MARIA
Adrián Pitts & Fátima Caballero in concert Friday April 17 at Molly Malone at 10PM. Robyn Hitchcock in concert at Teatro municipal Pedro Muñoz Seca. Friday April 24th at 9PM. English singer-songwriter and guitarist. His influences include Bob Dylan, John Lennon and Syd Barrett.- C/ Fernán Caballero, 2 Tel. 956 483 730 cultura@ elpuertodesantamaria.es www.elpuertodesantamaria.es (Cultura link) Expositión `(Des) Composiciones Urbanas´ de Flavio Bernal Solano en Hotel Monasterio San Miguel . Until Thursday, 30 April Hotel Monasterio San Miguel - C/ Virgen de los Milagros (Larga), 27 Exposition of photographs and acrylics by Flavio Bernal Solano and titled Urban Landscapes Metropolitan Park Los Toruños Various activities: bike tours, train tours, nature photography, kayaking & more. More info at: www.parquedelabahia.es parquedelabahia@juntadeandalucia.es Conversation Class Next Friday (24th of April) we organize our monthly conversation class from 19:00 to 20:00. Topic is going to be Feria. If you want to be a Feria master and understand how everything works to enjoy it like
San Marcos Castle Plaza del Alfonso X .Free guided tours on Tuesdays 11:30 (English) -12:30 -13:30 h.With reservation (627 569 335) servicios.turisticos@caballero.es, deWed. to Fridays: 10:00 -12:00h.Thurs. and Sat.-10:30 -11:30h (English). 12:30- 13:30 6€ adults and 3€ children
VILLALUENGO DEL ROSARIO
Cheese Fair in Villaluengo del Rosario this Saturday and Sunday; April 18th and 19th. Artisan cheese from all over Andalucia.
ZAHARA DE LA SIERRA
Spring street market, Saturday April 18th starting at 11 a.m. Artisan stalls, local produce, cheeses, breads, wines, cakes, cookies etc. Plus fun for the kids and special lunch platters.