When I started Desayuno con guisantes, my Spanish blog, many years ago, I wrote about the zen of shelling peas and the beauty of simple things. For favas you need twice the patience, as they need to be shelled first, and then blanched and peeled. Some people eat the outer skin to avoid that tedious second shelling, but I assure you it’s well worth the effort.

books, holidays, snack, tapas, vegetablesCamila LoewJanuary 4, 2019Sobremesaspring, seasonal, avocado, vegetables, vegetarian, appetizer, side dishesComment

Are Americans Catching on to Sobremesa?

Although sobremesa truly means the time we spend at the table after we've finished eating, I believe the spirit of sobremesa can be enjoyed throughout the meal, and even during its preparation. Sobremesa is time spent in conversation and lingering, communal bonding time. In fact, I like to think that the aperitivo, another favorite pass-time in Spain, is also part of sobremesa.

Camila LoewApril 25, 2018sobremesa, recipes, aperitivo, appetizer Comment

Pa amb tomaquet

Although I personally -unfortunately- can't eat wheat, it is one of the staples of the Mediterranean diet. The gluten-free craze forgets that wheat is a traditional, even sacred food in many cultures, eaten for millennia.