Last week we went to Madrid for Valentine's day. Some of the culinary delights included 'tostadas', little pieces of toast with delicious toppings ranging from fresh anchovies to iberian ham, calamari, tortilla and lots of olives. The tapas bars were streaming with people, and around ten o'clock there was no way of finding a seat. You would never imagine there is a recession and unemployment of 30-40% when the streets are brimming with tipsy Spaniards, even on a cold Sunday night. Enjoy every moment.
Sometimes simple food is the best. The Madrid special consists of slow cooked chorizo, black pudding, chicken and a piece of meat, with carrots, potatoes and chickpeas thrown in. So tasty and simple. The city centre was also full of small bars and tiled restaurants that seem to have grown up over the last ten years: at least I don't remember them being so plentiful before. The only things that were missing were a big of dulce de leche with my flan and some chimichurri with my steak!
Sometimes simple food is the best. The Madrid special consists of slow cooked chorizo, black pudding, chicken and a piece of meat, with carrots, potatoes and chickpeas thrown in. So tasty and simple. The city centre was also full of small bars and tiled restaurants that seem to have grown up over the last ten years: at least I don't remember them being so plentiful before. The only things that were missing were a big of dulce de leche with my flan and some chimichurri with my steak!
