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How to Make Horchata Text by Deborah Johnson/ Photo by Lobo, Wikipedia Horchata is a summer drink original from Valencia, in Spain´s East Coast. It´s main ingredient is Tiger nuts which are not nuts but tubers. Besides being very tasty Tiger nuts are very nutricious. They have a nutty milky taste. These tubers are usually sold dry and in order to use them as a snack or to make a Horchata you must hidrate them first.
INGREDIENTS • 1 cup tiger nuts, covered with water by 2 inches and soaked for 24 hours at room temperature • 4 cups hot (not boiling) water • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar • Ground cinnamon
HOW TO PREPARE: First you will drain Tiger nuts (with a cheescloth) and put them in a blender. Add the hot wáter and blend until smooth. Pour carefully through the cheesecloth. Add sugar and salt and mix. Serve completely cold, with ice and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Enjoy your summer!!
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Castillo de Luna Text by A.M. Ávila / Photos by Vicky Miller
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rchaeological evidence suggests that, anywhere from approximately 2500 to 5000 years ago, there existed a Bronze Age settlement where the town of Rota stands today. I n a p p ro x i m a t e l y 1104 B.C., the precursor to the current town of Rota was founded by the Phoenicians and was known as Asteroth. It later passed to the Romans, who called the town Speculum Rotae, and, following the invasion of the Moors, the town became known as Rabita Rutta. The Castillo de Luna (the Luna Castle), and the site at which it stands, has always been a significant part of the town of Rota, as is evidenced by its prominent place in the town´s coat of arms. Construction of the Castillo de Luna began in 1295 as part of King Sancho IV's effort to develop strong coastal
defenses, especially near the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea. The ¨castle¨ is actually a fortress and it has been declared a National Site of Cultural Interest by the Spanish government. It´s construction is rectangular in shape, with five watchtowers placed around its perimeter. All of the towers are connected to a central patio. It is very likely that this castle was built upon the same site where a Muslim Rabat (meaning “fortified place”) once stood. The Moors occupied most of Spain from the year 711 and were slowly expelled. The last Moorish stronghold, in Granada, did not fall until 1492. During the Moorish occupation, the town of Rota was known as Rabita Rutta, the origin of which appears to come from the Latin name Speculum Rotae (speculum = mir-
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or) Both names include a reference to a rominent Roman road, the Via Augustus, hich ultimately lead to the sea. 1251, King Fernando III captured the own from the Moors, but it was subseuently lost in a Moorish resurgency. In 264, the town was permanently recoved from the Moors by King Alfonso X. 1297, King Sancho IV awarded the town, hich was a part of the feudal estate of anlúcar, to Alonzo Pérez de Guzmán in onor of his illustrious defense of Tarifa. 1309, Pérez de Guzmán gave the town o his daughter, Isabel, as a wedding presnt when she married Fermin Ponce de eon, who was the founder of the House Arcos, thereby passing the castle to
August 28, 2014 C that lineage. Although it has had several occupants and owners, the Luna Castle is considered to have been primarily a part of the royal House of Arcos, whose nobleman were the jurisdictional lords of the Villa de Rota for many centuries In 1909, the Marquis of San Marcial bought the castle to use it as a summer residence, and accomplished significant restoration of the same, along with some renovations. In 1943, José León de Carranza acquired it and utilized it as the San Ramón school and the San José Hospital. Both institutions were managed by the Order of the Daughters of María Auxiliadora, a Salesian community of nuns. They later donated the castle to the town of
Rota in 1982. In 1987, restoration work was begun, but not completed until 1999, in which year it was inaugurated as the Town Hall. At present, it houses t h e mu n i c i p a l government of Rota, to which it belongs. A visit to this amazing and historical structure is definitely worth your while. Access is easy if you use the Hotel Duque de Nájera as a reference point. I parked at the Marina parking lot and walked towards the hotel. From the hotel´s front door you can see the castle and the adjacent square. While you are there,
don´t miss a visit to the Maria de la O church which is on the opposite side of the square. It is equally as beautiful and s p e c t a c u l a r. Access to the church is free and it is open to the public. Access to the lower level of the Castle is also free and open to the public. More information can be obtained by calling (956) 82 91 00. The castle´s geographic coordinates are: • •
Latitude:36º 37' 0.84" N Longitude:6º 21' 29.74" W
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August 28, 2014
The view from CView Patan Tattoo Studio Patan Tattoo comes to life in Vigo, Northern Spain, in 1990. In the year 2000 the studio closes and takes Jobs “on the road”. This trip finds work in different countries such as Argentina, Brasil, Australia and countless parts of Europe and Spain. In 2012 a new studio opens in Jerez de la Frontera with a great team of tattoo artists that has expertise in all styles of artworks. They are: Hubal from Ibiza, Pol from Jerez,Trix from Orense, Pedro from Granada, Pablo from Vigo, Lorena from Ciudad Real and Eduardo from Granada. For all of you enthusiasts of this art form we want to share a samples of their work:
Latin Night at Molly Malone Molly's is featuring a Latin Night tomorrow Friday the 29th. Be prepared for Molly´s special latin dishes, upbeat at-
mosphere, lots of dancing, great DJ and much more.... join the party!!! Al Lago Labor Day BBQ Lunch Sunday 31st of August Al Lago has a great day planned for you. A fun day filled with great music and delicious food. For starters you can choosse from Buffalo wings, trio of salads or bacon & cheese potato skins. Main dishes are also varied. They offer Buttermilk fried chicken, Cajun style blackened shark fish, rack of ribs or a 6oz burger with caramelized onions. Your choice of deserts is apetizing also: Devil´s chocolate food cake, ice cream Sundae with fudge sauce & peanut Brittle or a trio of sorbets. The price is 17€ for 2 courses or 21€ for 3. It includes beer, a glass of wine or a soft drink Their address and information is Felix Rodríguez de la Fuente Street, 11in Zahara de la Sierra (25 mins from Ronda) · info@al-lago.es / www.al-lago.es and their phone info is +34 956 123 032 mobile phone: +34 662 052 553 Japanese Night & more at Shamrock Bar & Eatery Tomorrow Friday the 29th(starting at 6PM) Japanese Night is back at Shamrock's. Come and enjoy delicious Japanese dishes, sushi and more. Great tasting and generous portions. On Saturday the 30th live piano jazz with Irene Rodicio at around 9:30PM. Beautiful music for a Saturday night. Sunday's special is roast beef. Come taste the best roast beef dish in town.
ROTA
I Tintilla´ S Tapa Route Until 31st of August. Participating bars : Restaurante Bar La Concha , Restaurante La Brisa Paseo Marítimo, Torre de la Merced, Bodegón La Mina, Bar El Torito, Restaurante Tragaluz , Taberna el Arte Sano , Bar Cafetería Trébol , Los Lunares, El Tronío , Badulaque, Las Tres Calles Restobar, Cervecería La Rotonda, El Perejil, Coctelería El Dardo, Mercadito Selección. We will deliver a card where you can stamp in every bar .The person that complete the card will get a present from the Winery El Gato. Organized by : Winery El Gato. Tasting Special Tintilla Of Rota 100 Day: 29th Timetable: 21:30 Hora. Place: Hotel Duque De Nájera. Price: 20 Euros. Tour The Bay by Sail Boat This two hour trip leaves at midday and sunset Price is 15€ per person with a minimum of 4 persons and a maximum of 5 Information and reservations, Tourism Office, tel 956 846345 organized by Diverta Sail Botanical Garden “Celestino Mutis” from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 14:00 and again from 16:30 to 18:30 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)
PUERTO DE SANTA MARIA
Jam Sessions at The Shamrock Every Saturday after 10:30pm Japanese Night at The Shamrock Friday August 29th, back by popular demand An exhibit of “papirosaicos” by Keka Raffo. In Hotel Monasterio San Miguel, Calle Larga 27. What exactly is a “papirosaico”? It is a technique developed by Keka, using scraps of paper to make pictures that look like oil paintings, but are not oil paintings. A most interesting exhibit to see and the “paintings” are beautiful.The exhibit will run until September
SANLUCAR DE BARRAMEDA
“Sanlúcar...Descúbrela”.Activities and guided tours. Essential booking in advance. Information on its wide range of activities. Reserve in: „Sanlúcar...Descúbrela.. Mar, 8 St. Bodegas Argüeso.630765483. info@ sanlucardescubrela.com. River Navigation Route 'SanlúcarRiver Guadalquivir-Doñana'. Ship “Real Fernando”Center of attention and museum “Fábrica de Hielo” . Office “Buque Real Fernando”. www.visitasdonana.com Information, seat reservation and pick-up of tickets 30 min. before boarding. Reservation required 956 36 38 13. / E-mail: info@visitasdonana.com Length of the trip: 3hr and 30 min. Prices: Normal fee: 17’27 €. Retired and students: 12’09 €. Children from 5 to 12 years old: 8’64€. Charter Boat Sailing trips, mini cruises, fishing. 673476272 f.romeropesca@hotmail.com