Tag Archives: Manchego

Sopa de Fideos (Pheasant with Noodles)

Posted on November 12, 2022 by Mad Dog

Sopa de Fideos, or often just Fideos, is a Spanish pasta soup, originally cooked with a beef broth and later with chicken, as Sopa de ave con fideos. Fideos were so popular, that it’s the Spanish who took pasta to … Continue reading →

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Parlament – Cuina de Barri

Posted on November 27, 2021 by Mad Dog

On Sunday I had lunch with Debbie in Carrer del Parlament, which has become a trendy foodie spot where locals go to eat. The street is close to Sant Antoni Market and recent blockages to combat pollution, along with Covid … Continue reading →

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Sopa de Cebolla

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Mad Dog

Most people associate onion soup with France, but in reality it has been around since the time of the Romans. Because of it’s cheap ingredients, onion soup has always been the food of the poor. The modern French version is … Continue reading →

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Mercat St. Josep – La Boqueria

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Mad Dog

August 19th, 2013 I make a beeline for the La Boqueria (Barcelona’s beautiful and historical market) almost as soon as my plane lands. Aside from general food shopping, I love the smell of Jamón Serrano, possibly even more than the taste … Continue reading →

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Virreina Bar

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Mad Dog

April 19th 2011 We were up at the Eat Meat Gallery in Gràcia today and being a bit pushed for time went for for a quick lunch at Virreina Bar. The bar is situated in Plaça Virreina, a quiet square … Continue reading →

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Frank’s Bar

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Mad Dog

November 23rd, 2011 Another mission complete, collection of a lighting diffuser from Oli’s friend Claes, we thought another drink was in order… Frank’s Bar, the short name for La Bodega d’en Frank Peterssein (named after a previous owner), is a fantastic … Continue reading →

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Moro

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Mad Dog

February 4th, 2011 On Friday I had lunch at Moro, with some very good friends. Moro has been around for about 14 years and won the Observer Best Restaurant Award in 2009. Understandably, we had to book about 2 months … Continue reading →

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Café España

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Mad Dog

January 24th, 2011 Café España is a small, Spanish restaurant in the heart of Soho. I read a good review in Time Out, about ten years ago and have been going there regularly ever since. I met Oli and Tony … Continue reading →

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