Food and Drink of the Way!

[John R McLean]

As we continue to accumulate more information for us pilgrims, I was thinking about how cool it would be to include the foods of each of each region. Imagine supporting and enjoying the local foods by town or region. Or seasonal specialties that we travelling pilgrims could sample along the way. Cheeses, cured meats, fruits vegetables or specific dishes and styles of cooking. We could eat those "must try" foods all the way to Santiago, Rome, Jerusalem etc. Let's eat!

 

[OzAnnie]

You reminded me of this Easter treat that blew me away in spain. “Torrijas’ or a spanish bread pudding or Spanish (not French) toast.
It’s so sweet and I really overindulged the first time I spent Easter in spain. Sweet tooth ....mmmmmm

I’ve just taken a copy from internet. So many recipes there to choose from.
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[Saint Mike II]

Great idea John, for me its the different variety of vino tinto and then in Galicia - the vino blanquo (to go with the great fish dishes).

 

[John R McLean]

Great idea John, for me its the different variety of vino tinto and then in Galicia - the vino blanquo (to go with the great fish dishes).

And the Vinho Verde in Portugal.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

And the Vinho Verde in Portugal.

I loved it, so refreshing and it seemed to have a touch of fizz. Great on a warm day!

 

[EmoJohnson]

This may look unappealing, but it was divine food! Portuguese Coastal Route, eaten in a darling cafe, outside, next to rushing water, in a jewel box of a town (name will come; I have quarantine brain) May 2017

 

[John R McLean]

This may look unappealing, but it was divine food! Portuguese Coastal Route, eaten in a darling cafe, outside, next to rushing water, in a jewel box of a town (name will come; I have quarantine brain) May 2017

Ah yes the Padrons and Sardines!

 

[EmoJohnson]

Vegan pilgrims avert your eyes!

 

[EmoJohnson]

Best dang (raw) cheese from blessed truck man in Pyrenees

 

[EmoJohnson]

How I traveled.

 

[EmoJohnson]

Two close friends.

 

[EmoJohnson]

ah! Café Iruña in Pamplona

 

[EmoJohnson]

Crusty things, welcome and delicious, after 30 miles to Burgos

 

[HikingGeo]

 

[John R McLean]

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Melide?

 

[HikingGeo]

 

[HikingGeo]

Melide?

Yep!

 

[Guy Strachan]

As we continue to accumulate more information for us pilgrims, I was thinking about how cool it would be to include the foods of each of each region. Imagine supporting and enjoying the local foods by town or region. Or seasonal specialties that we travelling pilgrims could sample along the way. Cheeses, cured meats, fruits vegetables or specific dishes and styles of cooking. We could eat those "must try" foods all the way to Santiago, Rome, Jerusalem etc. Let's eat!

It has to be Pulpo a Feria for me - my Camino isn’t in gear until I’ve had my first racion in Galicia!
Some local dry white wine to wash it down ideally...
Buen provecho!

 

[Former member 69452]

What a great idea!

Pics:
1. My first-ever bocadillo in León!
2. Pulpo
3. Saint James Cake
4. Scallops

Buen provecho!

 

[naplesdon]

I won't even get into this fray. Tapas and any Rioja in Basque Country, Moracilla and about any other red wine from another region.

 

[Joyce Cassidy]

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Use to love Pulpo then I read The Soul of an Octopus, now a picture just makes me sad.

 

[Jebo]

Calamari in Portugal - completely ruined me for Calamari back in my landlocked home.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Calamari in Portugal - completely ruined me for Calamari back in my landlocked home.
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I hear ya! We ordered calamari in Portugal many times...the rings, chiperones, and baby squids cooked in various sauces. I loved it all, but by the time we made it across the border I'd finally had enough.

 

[Windwomyn]

My first Mixta ensalada, what a surprise at the size of it.

 

[Desert Bruce]

This settles it, please everyone keep posting about food and don't forget the pictures. I'm taking notes, I am going to eat my way across Spain, and Portugal, next time. I'll only walk to get to more food, Joost is my new role model.

 

[naplesdon]

Tapas in A Coruna but my photos from San Sebastian are better

 

[Camino Chrissy]

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I am salivating!..yum!

 

[Camino Chrissy]

These beauties were in Logrono. They used thin ham slices for the "sailboats"...adorable!

 

[jpflavin1]

You reminded me of this Easter treat that blew me away in spain. “Torrijas’ or a spanish bread pudding or Spanish (not French) toast.
It’s so sweet and I really overindulged the first time I spent Easter in spain. Sweet tooth ....mmmmmm

I’ve just taken a copy from internet. So many recipes there to choose from.
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Definitely one of my favorites

 

[jpflavin1]

Claro on a hot day

Orujo on a cold day

Espresso con Baileys on a wet one

Mucho salud a todos

 

[Pelegrin]

What a great idea!

Pics:
1. My first-ever bocadillo in León!
2. Pulpo
3. Saint James Cake
4. Scallops

Buen provecho!
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The scallops have a name: Zamburiñas.
It is my favourite seafood.

 

[jungleboy]

I recently appeared on an episode of the Destination Eat Drink podcast, ostensibly to talk about food on the camino, but we talked a lot about the camino in general too. Here's a link to the episode for anyone interested.

 

[David61]

About 20 yards from the Pilgrimage office after collecting my Compostella and yes I did stay people watching as many other foot sore pilgrims rocked up!

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

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[Arn]

Cerveceria rua Bella, great pizza and the grande of all beer steins.

 

[Chenahusky]

The Morcilla in the square outside Burgos Cathedral, the fish, especially Merluza, (Hake), in Galicia and the Cidre.

 

[CaminoFoodie]

As we continue to accumulate more information for us pilgrims, I was thinking about how cool it would be to include the foods of each of each region. Imagine supporting and enjoying the local foods by town or region. Or seasonal specialties that we travelling pilgrims could sample along the way. Cheeses, cured meats, fruits vegetables or specific dishes and styles of cooking. We could eat those "must try" foods all the way to Santiago, Rome, Jerusalem etc. Let's eat!

I call the Camino my “eat and drink as much as you like and still lose weight” diet. It has served me well for two decades.

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[Ivan_Prada]

Home made Membrillo con queso in Arzua. Very tasty desert, after a delicious dinner.

 

[Guy Strachan]

Muy Rico!

 

[EL LECHERO]

As we continue to accumulate more information for us pilgrims, I was thinking about how cool it would be to include the foods of each of each region. Imagine supporting and enjoying the local foods by town or region. Or seasonal specialties that we travelling pilgrims could sample along the way. Cheeses, cured meats, fruits vegetables or specific dishes and styles of cooking. We could eat those "must try" foods all the way to Santiago, Rome, Jerusalem etc. Let's eat!

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me too!!

 

[John R McLean]

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I can sure relate! Makes those little breaks so much nicer lol

 

[Former member 59618]

Let's talk about croissants on the Le Puy because let me tell you, my love for laminated dough was blissed out in France. Nothing better than a dark, crusty croissant fresh from zee boulangerie to get me going in the morning.

....Never happier or more secure than when I had a fresh baguette stuffed in my backpack.

 

[John R McLean]

Yes, and a bit of cheese! Trailside bread and cheese. Sure missing that right now

 

[OzAnnie]

I call the Camino my “eat and drink as much as you like and still lose weight” diet. It has served me well for two decades.

Much as I am sad that my yearly ‘workout’ was not possible last year and nor will it be possible this year or maybe next year, I am more sad for all the establishments that are suffering. I live in Australia where things are relatively brighter (although lots of people such as performance artists are affected).View attachment 91817


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Heavens !!! Yum yum yum.
I like your diet but I find it’s just too hard to keep the weight off on return .... (without the full day walk to burn the energy - so it’s a yo yo for me )

 

[OzAnnie]

Home made Membrillo con queso in Arzua. Very tasty desert, after a delicious dinner.

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My all time favourite. !!

 

[Former member 59618]

Yes, and a bit of cheese! Trailside bread and cheese. Sure missing that right now

ohhhhh le fromage. That was another habit I developed. Going into a little convenience store and picking up a round of local cheese to smear on le baguette.

 

[OzAnnie]

ohhhhh le fromage. That was another habit I developed. Going into a little convenience store and picking up a round of local cheese to smear on le baguette.

Yes - agree that Le Puy route was tops for having gourmet snacks to picnic on each day.

 

[Former member 59618]

What about the yummy empañadas after Sarria? I believe those were the specialty of the region. I picked this up in Portomarin. Perfect walking food.