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No, don't remember seeing the vans. Never felt that I couldn't get something to eat.....even just a plate of pimientos de padron! It's good to remember, though, that markets close mid-day in many places. I'm sure you are going to enjoy the Primitivo and will do fine with food. Buen Camino!
First of all, I strongly recommend that you reserve your first two albergues (because I loved them both)! BTW, there is a restaurant in Oviedo that has vegan fare, I'll see if I can find out the name.
Albergue de peregrinos de San Juan de Villapañada - great hospitaladero (kitchen)
Albergue de...
I walked the Camino Primitivo (which I enthusiastically recommend you consider at some point - beautiful) and I was able to maintain my vegan diet most of the time. If one is more dedicated, perhaps, I'm sure it is possible to do it 100% of the time. I think you would have to do the...
Spain has the BEST coffee. Every tiny bar or restaurant, even in the middle of nowhere, has a fabulous coffee maker. I would suggest NOT bringing coffee from the states, especially anything in plastic....and enjoy the delicious cafe con leche! You are in Spain!
I totally abstain from alcohol.....has never been an issue. I prefer aqua con gas (sparkling water) and Aquarius! Yes, whether you drink wino or water, you will pay for a Pilgrim's menu. Buen Camino!
I did not run into bedbugs on any of my caminos. I did the Primitivo last year, no problems for me or any other pilgrims I walked with or met. I would definitely make sure, though, that you DO stay at David's in Bodenaya....NOT to be missed! Buen camino!
Check out the almonds torte recipe at Epicurious. com. I think it is a perfect recipe, easy too. Better than the pre-packaged cakes you get in the tourist shops, really delicious! Buen provecho
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