June 18, 2015
Supreme Scalloped Potatoes (Patatas a la Importancia) This week we are going to cook for all of you, these exquisite “Supreme Scalloped Potatoes”. You will see how easy they are to prepare and how delicious and tasty they are as well :-) According to our wise friend “Wikipedia”, this potato dish is originally from the province of Palencia in the north of Spain, but it is also now very popular in the cuisines found throughout the rest of Spain (especially in Madrid). It is a dish that evokes ancient recipes and which often appears on the menus of Spanish restaurants. It is considered to be a popular and economical dish. It is served hot and freshly made.
by Pilar Ruiz Text/US measures collaborated w/ Glenn Ferguson You can find more of her recipes at comomegustacocinar.blogspot.com
It is a very popular recipe that seems to have been created in the long post-war period in Spain (1940s) and as a result of famine, the need to satisfy widespread hunger and because potatoes were widely available. The Spanish name, “Patatas a la Importancia”, seems to come from the wonderful role the dish plays in the meal, since it is a recipe where the potato is the star ingredient and it has a very elaborate appearance, more so than potato side-dishes like “patatas viudas” and “patatas a lo pobre”. Potatoes were a very important part of the diet of the time as there was little else to eat at the same price and as available as potatoes. And now it is time to share the recipe, which we really hope you like as much as we do :-)
INGREDIENTS: * 1 3/4 pounds (800 Gr.) potatoes * Extra virgin olive oil * 2 cups of water or broth * 2 cloves garlic * A pinch of Saffron threads * 1 onion * Flour * 3 eggs * 1 stalk of parsley * Salt
PREPARATION: * We are going to peel, wash and cut the potatoes into slices of approximately 3/8 inch (1 cm) thickness, and then salt/pepper them. * We put some flour on a dish and beat the eggs in another one. * We dredge the potato first in the flour and then into the beaten eggs. * And now we deep fry them in a pot with hot oil. * We now make a paste in the mortar, by mashing the garlic, saffron, parsley and salt. * We heat about 3 Tablespoons of olive oil and then sauté the peeled, diced onion until it begins to brown. * To the onion, add a tablespoon of flour, give it several quick stirs, and then add the mashed garlic/saffron/parsley paste, while stirring continuously. * We are going to layer the fried potatoes in a stove top casserole dish; we will then sprinkle the onion preparation over them and add two cups of water or broth. * Heat on the stove top and when it begins to boil, salt as needed, reduce heat and cook over low heat for 20 minutes, moving the pot carefully from time to time. * And finally we are going to stick the potatoes with a skewer to make sure that they are tender and now it is the perfect time to take them off of the heat and bring them to the table. And our “supreme scalloped potatoes” are already ready to serve at the table and to enjoy them, they are delicious, you will see :-) Good week to you all :-)
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June 18, 2015
Cerveza A Part of Spanish Culture by A.M. Ávila
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lthough much is often said about the important contribution that wine makes to Spanish cuisine, there is not much mentioned about another, very popular beverage which is an integral part of the local culture – beer or “cerveza” in Spanish. Although, the sale of beer in southern Spain tends to favor those made by regional brewers, recently there has been an upsurge, and a lot of interest, in the creation and offering of local artisan-type beers. Beer is the world's most widely consumed alcoholic beverage and is the third-most popular drink overall, after water and tea. It is also thought by some to be the world´s oldest fermented beverage. The basic ingredients of beer are: 1) water; 2) a starch source, such as barley or wheat, which will be converted into sugar when mixed with the water; 3) a brewer´s yeast which will undergo fermentation (convert the mixture of the water and starch into ethyl alcohol and carbon dioxide); and 4) a flavoring. Most beer is flavored with hops to add bitterness and act as a natural preservative, although other flavorings such as herbs or fruit may occasionally be included. Brewer´s yeast is known to be a rich source of nutrients, including magnesium, selenium, potassium, phosphorous, biotin, chromium, and B vitamins. The process of making beer is known as brewing. The purpose of brewing is to convert the starch source into a sugary liquid called “wort” and then to convert it into the alcoholic beverage known as beer via a fermentation process instigated by the addition of yeast. The first step, where the wort is prepared by mixing the starch source with hot water, is known as “mashing," a process which takes around 1 to 2 hours. The resulting sweet liquid is then drained off and saved. The grains are washed allowing the brewer to gather as much of the fermentable liquid from the grains as possible. Ultimately, the sweet liquid that is collected is boiled, usually for about an hour. During boiling, the
«Cruzcampo beer» by Gzzz via Wikimedia
water evaporates but the sugars and other components of the wort remain. Hops are added during boiling as a source of bitterness, flavor and aroma. The longer the hops are boiled, the more bitterness they contribute. Once boiled, the wort is cooled off, after which the Brewer´s yeast is added. During the resulting fermentation process, the liquid becomes beer in about a week to a month depending on the type of yeast used and the strength of the beer desired. In addition to producing alcohol, the fine particles and yeast settle to the bottom leaving the beer as a clear liquid that is ready for packaging into casks, kegs, cans or bottles. The brewing process causes a natural carbonation effect (although in some beers extra carbonation may be added). The main and active-ingredient in beer is alcohol. Therefore, the concerns regarding the health effects of alcohol do apply to beer. Although, the moderate consumption of al-
cohol, including beer, may be associated with a decreased risk of cardiac disease, stroke, and mental decline, the continuous and heavy consumption of alcohol can include the risk of developing alcoholism and liver disease. The alcoholic content of beer is usually around 4 to 6 percent per volume, although it can vary between 0.5 percent to 20 percent alcohol content. In recent years, some breweries have been producing beers with even up to 40 percent alcohol per volume. Beer is usually measured and assessed by strength and color. Beer color is determined by the malt. The most common color is a pale-amber produced from using pale malts. The modern pale lager is light in color with a noticeable carbonation and a typical alcohol content of around 5percent. The American beer brands Budweiser, Coors, and Miller are typical examples of pale lagers. Dark beers are usually brewed from a pale malt or lager malt base with a small proportion of darker malt added to achieve the desired shade. Other coloring, such as caramel, is also widely used to darken beers.Very dark beers, such as stout, use dark malts that have been roasted longer. The strength of any beer can range from less than 3 percent alcohol to around 14 percent.The pale lagers that most consumers are familiar with fall in the range of 4–6 percent. The alcohol in beer comes primarily from the metabolism of sugars that are produced during fermentation.
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There are many types of beers. Pale ale is a beer which uses a top-fermenting yeast and predominantly pale malt. It is one of the world's major beer styles. Stout and porter are dark beers made using roasted malts or roast barley, and typically brewed with slow fermenting yeast. There are a number of variations including Baltic porter, dry stout, and Imperial stout. Mild ale has a predominantly malty taste on the palate. It is usually dark colored with 3percent to 3.6 percent alcohol content. Wheat beer is brewed with a large proportion of wheat although it often also contains a significant proportion of malted barley. The flavor of wheat beers varies considerably, depending upon the specific style. Lager is the English name for the cool fermented beers of Central European origin. Pale lagers are the most commonly consumed beers in the world. The name "lager" comes from the German "lagern" for "to store," as brewers around Bavaria stored beer in cool cellars and caves during the warm summer months. These brewers noticed that the beers continued to ferment, and to also clear of sediment, when stored in cool conditions. Lambic, a Belgian beer, is naturally fermented using wild yeasts. In Spain, beer is called “cerveza.” In southern Spain, draft beer is commonly identified by the type of glass in which it is served: a “caña” is a short glass and a “tubo” is usually a tall glass. A large, wide glass of draft beer «Cruzcampo Vintage Black and White of a beer truck in Spain circa 1920s» de David Adam Kess - Trabajo propio. Disponible bajo la licencia CC BY-SA 4.0 vía Wikimedia Commons
is sometimes curiously called a “maceta” (flowerpot). Beer in a bottle can come in “quintas” (fifths of a liter) or “botellines”; “tercios” (thirds of a liter) or “botella”; and in full liter bottles. "Cerveza sin" implies that is an alcohol-free beer (the word “sin” means without). However, it is often low in alcohol, rather than having none at all. It may have 1% alcohol, for example.The most popular brands of beer in southern Spain are San Miguel, Cruzcampo, and Alhambra, which are all pale lager beers. Cruzcampo is the beer that is most popular in southern Spain. The Cruzcampo brewery is presently located in the city of Seville and has been owned by Heineken since 1991. It was founded in 1904 by two brothers from the local Osborne sherry-producing family. Its range of beers include: Pilsner
lager (4.8%), Light (2.4%), Shandy (0.9%), Cruzcampo Gran Reserva (6.4%) and Sin Alcohol (0.9%). Alhambra is a brewery that began in the city of Granada in 1925, but is now located in the city of Cordoba. Alhambra´s products include: Especial (5.4%), Mezquita (7.2%), Negra (5.4%), Premium Lager (4.6%), Sureña (4.6%), and Reserva 1925 (6.4%). Its Mezquita is a red “Abbey” beer, its “Negra” is a dark beer, and and its “Premium Lager” is a pale lager. The history of San Miguel beer began in the Philippine Islands where it was brewed by Spanish monks in the San Miguel district of Manila. The Philippine Islands were once a part of the Spanish empire. It began to be produced on the Spanish mainland, however, in 1957.
As I mentioned earlier, here in southern Spain there has been an upsurge in the local production of artisan beer. In the province of Cadiz, for example, there are at least four different breweries that are making and marketing their products: Volaeras Beer is made in El Puerto de Santa Maria. They make a pale lager and call it Volaeras Blonde. La Piñonera Beer is made in Puerto Real. They produce both a Belgian pale ale and a Belgian strong ale. Maier Beer has been making a pale ale beer, in the city of Cadiz, since 2012. Kettal Beer is made in Los Barrios, near Algeciras. They produce British-type ales and their products include El Trillo, La Fanega, and El Yunque. Their website is www.thekettlebrewingcompany.com . For information on how to obtain the other local beers mentioned in this article try www.gadesbeer.es .
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Vinos y Maridaje Vinos y Maridaje now offers TAX FREE service for purchases of more than 100€. This is perfect for those who are PCSing and are interested in taking a variety of wines back to the States. Vinos y Maridaje is located in the Industrial Area of El Puerto de Santa María. Ajedrez Beach Club This slice of paradise is an island of calm and tranquillity. Here you don’t have to worry about a noisy dinning room since the only sounds you hear are those of the sea and birds. It is the ideal place to relax and enjoy a great meal. Ajedrez Beach Club is well known in Andalucía for its outstanding cuisine; Mediterranean and Asian. One meal there will convince you that its reputation is well deserved. Last week my family and I decided to treat ourselves and we were pleasantly surprised to see that the menu has been expanded without sacrificing any of our favorite dishes.We did try a couple of the new dishes that were very tasty and beautifully presented as always. If you are interested in seeing a menu, it can be found on their web page www.ajedrezbeachclub.es
sunset, you will have the privilege of seeing a spectacular one over the Atlantic from their upstairs terrace while listening to opera and enjoying one of their fantastic mojitos. This is also a good place for parties and group dinners. Harley Davidson of Cádiz
At the Harley Davidson of Cádiz shop, you will find a great selection of clothing, accessories and souvenirs: jackets, t-shirts, caps to name the most common things. The store is worth a visit to see what is there. It is located right after the xxxxxx gas station on your right before you get into El Puerto de Santa María proper. Rota Beaches The beaches in Rota will be officially inaugurated for the summer season tomorrow evening starting at 20:15. City officials will walk from the breakwater by the Hotel
Ajedrez's classic tuna tartar
Duque de Nájera to the Costilla Beach where they will raise the flags denoting the quality of the water and beaches that have been awarded by the European Union. Summer is here! One of the new menu additions: Poh Kiah Kai Hand made chicken rolls with noodles and vegetables.
Ajedrez Beach Club is a great place to spend a day with family or friends. You can enjoy the beach, lounge on beach chairs and have a superb meal. If you are there at
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ROTA
Traditional Saint John’s Beach Bonfires 08:00 - 00:30,Tuesday, 23 June Sea Promenade of the Rompidillo Beach Darts Championship Tribute 5Th Memorial “El Guti” 19:00 onwards, Saturday, 20 June Central Market Bar “La Merced” Registration fee: 3 kg of food to help the Solidarity Kitchen of theTown Hall of Rota 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) Winery “El Gato” Dramatised Tour By “Bombastic Teatro” Thursdays at 7.00 pm, 6€ adults and 2€ children. Dramatised Tour of the Luna Castle “BombasticTeatro”. Fun version of the history of the Castle. www.bombasticteatro.com info@bombasticteatro.com 636 687 868 Prices: 5€ adults and 3€ children Tour available in English and Spanish. Botanical Garden “Celestino Mutis” From Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 7.30 pm Closed on Mondays.
PUERTO DE SANTA MARI
The Cheyennes & Humanimals in concert at at Sala Milwaukee. Saturday June 20th from 8:30PM. Don't miss this rock & rolldouble feature Sala Milwaukee - Avda. Bajamar, 10. San Marcos Castle Plaza del Alfonso X .Free guided tours on Tuesdays 11:30 (Eng-
lish) -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 City Camp for kids 5 - 12 year olds. Sportscenter. 70€/week 677 178 793 / 856 922 595 / www.instituto-internacional.es Sailing Camp for kids 5 -8 year olds & 9 12 year olds. Prices start at 145€/week. 677 178 793 / 856 922 595 / www.la-vitamina.com Metropolitan Park Los Toruños Various activities: bike tours, train tours, nature photography, kayaking & more. More info at: www.parquedelabahia.es
CADIZ
Museo del Prado Colection Until September 20th. Paintings from Velázquez, Rubens or Ribera. Sala Blas de Lezo. Casa de Iberoamérica (Old royal prison) Calle Concepción Arenal, s/n. Hours: from Tuesday to Sunday from 10AM to 2PM and from 6PM to 9PM (Spanish Holidays included) More inflo: www. casadeiberoamerica.es Hop-On Hop-Off Cadiz Bus Tour. City Sightseeing International The loop lasts approximately 1 hour Tickets & Passes, Tours & Sightseeing Once the departure point for explorers sailing to the New World, the 3,000-year-old city of Cadiz is now more famous for its Moorish charm. Your sightseeing bus pass offers convenient stops for Cadiz Cathedral, the ancient city walls, and the bay area.