San Sebastian is home to some of the best food in the world, and that’s also true for brunch. While brunch isn’t an age-old Basque tradition, San Sebastian’s reputation for innovative cuisine naturally lends itself to embracing this trendy mid-morning meal. And so we’re here today to talk about the best options for brunch in […]
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All About Torrijas (Spanish “French Toast”) + Recipe
If you come to Seville at Easter, you’ll see bars throughout the city advertising “torrijas.” These are a Semana Santa sensation, and locals won’t rest until they have their daily fix. Broadly speaking, you could call torrijas the Spanish version of French toast. But it’s so much more than that. You’ll also see in them […]
Where to Find the Best Torrijas in Seville
You’re probably familiar with French toast. What you might not be familiar with is its Spanish counterpart: torrijas. This scrumptious treat consists of slices of bread soaked in eggs, as well as milk or wine. Then, the bread is fried to perfection and topped off with honey, cinnamon sugar, or whipped cream. We’re all about […]
Moreish & Moorish: 5 Typical Desserts from Granada
One of the many things about the south of Spain that holds such appeal for international travelers are the remnants of its ancient Arabic heyday. Remember, Spain has actually spent more time as a majority Islamic country than it has a Christian one throughout its history. That is still very apparent in many elements of […]