Matt from Canada
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My launch date is fast approaching (Sept. 15) and I'm getting more curious about the pilgrim's meals my wife and can expect along the way. I recall an earlier posting mentioning they can be somewhat bland. I'm thinking of carrying a small dispenser of Turkish red pepper spice (a personal favourite) to provide a culinary assist when needed. I don't believe bland food is an essential part of the Camino experience.
I am also looking forward to sampling some full-bodied Spanish red wines. That, I believe, will be an essential part my Camino experience - I'm in training now
What are some typical pilgrim's meals anyway?
These are wonderful tips and pictures. Thank you for posting!Here you go:
Breakfast: http://caminosantiago2.blogspot.com/2011/08/eating-on-camino-santiago-coffee-and.html
Lunch and Dinner: http://caminosantiago2.blogspot.com/2011/08/lunch-on-camino-santiago.html
Tapas and Pinchos: http://caminosantiago2.blogspot.com/2011/08/all-about-tapas-and-pinchos.html
There is pimiento on every table, usually red but sometime black. It will add all the spice you need!I'll leave my Turkish red pepper spice at home.
Typically, the biggest decision of the day is whether to have: (a) mixed salad, (b) lentil soup, (c) spaghetti, for the first course. Then a piece of meat (or fish) with French fries for main course. Finally, (a) packaged ice cream, (b) flan, or (c) one piece of fruit, for dessert. The decision about whether to take wine or water is not usually difficult.
Wow! You've hit a home run regarding my question about pilgrim's meals with your website. The meals don't look bland at all - bring it on!
I think I'll leave my Turkish red pepper spice at home.
Thanks Anie.
It was at Comosapiens that the chef declared "There are three sorts of human being Men, Women and... Pilgrims." He was exasperated by a 'table for six' where only three turned up, a 'table for two' with four occupants who had 'borrowed' chairs from the adjacent table and the ladies who wanted wine and water but were offering to pay 'extra' for the water . Fond memories of a great meal.
Scan this earlier thread for various menu del dia successes.I am sure that there is a thread on here somewhere showing different peoples' choice of eating places for the best menu del dia.
Mine was Cafe Iruna in the Plaza del Castillo in Pamplona.
Three large dishes with a choice of 4 or 5 on each course, with a full bottle of wine per person.
Not too dear either. 13 euros in 2012
That was pretty much my experience. Bland...ish. But adequate. The few times I tried a la carte, it wasn't that great, so I stuck to the Pilgrim Menus mainly.
I didn't really take a lot of note of menus. It was just 'fuel' at the end of the day to go with the wineWhich was great. I am now a fan of Rioja!
Just saw this which seems to be fairly typical. https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/camino-photos/i-had-the-meetballs.1297/
My launch date is fast approaching (Sept. 15) and I'm getting more curious about the pilgrim's meals my wife and can expect along the way...........What are some typical pilgrim's meals anyway?
What are some typical pilgrim's meals anyway?
Hmmmm....I'm thinking eating at McDonald's doesn't quite fit with my vision of the Cammino experience. It doesn't say "Spain" nor "Camino" to me - and you say it doesn't serve wine either. Yikes!There is a MacDonalds Restaurant in Leon. They don't serve wine. Not even with the Happy Meal.
Hmmmm....I'm thinking eating at McDonald's doesn't quite fit with my vision of the Cammino experience. It doesn't say "Spain" nor "Camino" to me - and you say it doesn't serve wine either. Yikes!
I do appreciate the warning though.
Didn't you know there are four epochs in Spanish culture all indicated by the use of arches?
-The Romans built acqueducts and bridges, many of which still stand the test of time.
-During the age of the Emirs the Arabs built keystone arches at the entrances to palaces such as Alhambra and in Mosques such as the one converted to a cathedral in Cordoba.
During the age of kings the Catholic church built Cathedrals with arched domes and flying buttresses.
-And of course the modern age (post Franco) is represented by the golden arches.
In Leon you can get food that is representing each of the epochs: Pizza, Donairs, Fish on Friday, and of course the famous Big Mac.
There is a MacDonalds Restaurant in Leon. They don't serve wine. Not even with the Happy Meal.
We liked this restaurant
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I dont think that spanish meal are bland. Maybe that the cook puts a very slow quantity of salt beacause its reccomended by doctors. If you like you can ask for salt vinager or oil to the waiter. You dont need Red Turkish pepper spicebut if you like it...My launch date is fast approaching (Sept. 15) and I'm getting more curious about the pilgrim's meals my wife and can expect along the way. I recall an earlier posting mentioning they can be somewhat bland. I'm thinking of carrying a small dispenser of Turkish red pepper spice (a personal favourite) to provide a culinary assist when needed. I don't believe bland food is an essential part of the Camino experience.
I am also looking forward to sampling some full-bodied Spanish red wines. That, I believe, will be an essential part my Camino experience - I'm in training now
What are some typical pilgrim's meals anyway?
But don't go on the Camino expecting great food unless you can align with the Spanish dinner hour
thats the attitude to go with.. the very best pilgrim meal i had was in Cirauqui after puenta le reina , huge bowl of very fresh salad followed by ,tasty homemade meatballs in a wonderful tomato and herb sauce with pasta ,served to us with plenty wine in a converted wine cellar ,,i complemented the lady of the house and she said of course its good as most of the ingredients were from the village but also the secret was it was "made with love"I leave in 4 days for my 1st Camino. I had dinner last night with 3 recent returnees who said Pilgrim's Meals were horrible.
If I am hungry enough, i am sure road kill will taste like a gourmet meal.
I will figure out dinner when the time comes. I am sure there may be some mediocre days and some not.
Matt; you have all you need.My launch date is fast approaching (Sept. 15) and I'm getting more curious about the pilgrim's meals my wife and can expect along the way. I recall an earlier posting mentioning they can be somewhat bland. I'm thinking of carrying a small dispenser of Turkish red pepper spice (a personal favourite) to provide a culinary assist when needed. I don't believe bland food is an essential part of the Camino experience.
I am also looking forward to sampling some full-bodied Spanish red wines. That, I believe, will be an essential part my Camino experience - I'm in training now
What are some typical pilgrim's meals anyway?
My launch date is fast approaching (Sept. 15) and I'm getting more curious about the pilgrim's meals my wife and can expect along the way. I recall an earlier posting mentioning they can be somewhat bland. I'm thinking of carrying a small dispenser of Turkish red pepper spice (a personal favourite) to provide a culinary assist when needed. I don't believe bland food is an essential part of the Camino experience.
I am also looking forward to sampling some full-bodied Spanish red wines. That, I believe, will be an essential part my Camino experience - I'm in training now
Dear Matt ,you will enjoy the food, Iam a "foodie" did Sarria-Santiago last year, and Ferrol- santiago this year.We stayed in hotels& most had pilgrims menus at 10-12 euros inc . wine & water.All were very good ,some superb&wine was very potable,where they didn't do dinner[ rarely] they gave us recommendations.I USUALLY SKIPPED DESSSERT as it was usually ice cream,or mass produced,but my other 2 courses sufficed.At lunch on Camino Frances,we were really spoilt,the Ingles we often had to do our own,but when we found a place open we had incredibly cheap&TASTY LUNCHES.In Santiago itself this year we treated ourselves to the gourmet menu at theParador 40 EUROS superb ,especially when Ican compare with what Ispent in Canada 7years ago on fairly basic,but goood food
What are some typical pilgrim's meals anyway?
And if it is too late for you to do that, then enjoy the main meal of the day (lunch) at a nice restaurant
Hello MattMy launch date is fast approaching (Sept. 15) and I'm getting more curious about the pilgrim's meals my wife and can expect along the way. I recall an earlier posting mentioning they can be somewhat bland. I'm thinking of carrying a small dispenser of Turkish red pepper spice (a personal favourite) to provide a culinary assist when needed. I don't believe bland food is an essential part of the Camino experience.
I am also looking forward to sampling some full-bodied Spanish red wines. That, I believe, will be an essential part my Camino experience - I'm in training now
What are some typical pilgrim's meals anyway?
The Spanish know how to make food.
I'm sure they do......Sadly many along the Camino missed that lesson
Seriously I suppose it's what you are used to at home....
If Sausage Egg and Chips is your dinner of choice, you'll love Camino food
In fact I actually had that for dinner in Zubiri and it was great!
But then opinions regarding food are likely to be as varied as those on Accommodation....Packs....Boots.....Socks.....
I'm sure they do......Sadly many along the Camino missed that lesson
Seriously I suppose it's what you are used to at home....
If Sausage Egg and Chips is your dinner of choice, you'll love Camino food
In fact I actually had that for dinner in Zubiri and it was great!
But then opinions regarding food are likely to be as varied as those on Accommodation....Packs....Boots.....Socks.....
Robo ... I've been reading your blog (You're now dep in the Meseta) and I'm impressed at the discipline it must take to record all these short videos and post them daily along with other pictures and text.
I've also picked up a few tidbits based on your own experiences and observations. Nice work.
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