Five of the Best Small Hotels in Andalucia
When it comes to hotels, it’s probably fair to say that Andalucia’s not great at full-blown, international class luxury. But then neither does it need to be when what it isgood at is so much more interesting: charming family-run places. This quick pick of places to stay in southern Spain is a long way short […]
Cooking in Spain goes Eating in Barbate
I have Spanish friends in Madrid whose opinion on food and wine I trust. Their gems of gastronomic wisdom have always opened my eyes to some gourmet delights of Spain that I maybe wouldn’t otherwise appreciate. The latest of these gems came from a recent trip they made to this area a few weeks ago. […]
Future generations of Spanish Chefs
Yesterday morning Annie B was invited to be part of the judging panel at a cooking competition at the Santa Isabel de Hunrgía bi-lingual school in Jerez. The brief to the pupils was ''dishes typical of English speaking countries' With over 100+ impressive entries – lots of cakes, cup cakes, scotch eggs, biscuits and jellies […]
Only the Green Beans Today
I love the month of June in Vejer. June and September are probably my favourite months. The weather is glorious, brilliant bright sunshine, the bluest of skies and a cooling breeze. There’s always a cooling breeze high on the hilltop. Guests often walk into the coolness of Casa Alegre and say ”Thank goodness you have […]
Annie – VEJERIEGA de ADOPCÍON, September 2013
Slow to blow her trumpet, Annie B was honoured by Vejer de la Frontera for the attention she has brought to the local cuisine. After a presentation by the Mayor of Vejer, a celebration of wine and tapas took place in La Casa del Cultura where local bars and restaurants brought in fabulous tapas to […]
Annie B’s House Red Wine
It’s ready! A delicious blend of Tempranillo, Syrah & Merlot from the wonderful Ute at Etu – Vino. Ute tends her vines and makes delicious organic wines in the hills opposite Vejer in a charming area called Patria. Her vineyard and bodega are in the most beautiful location, nestled in the pastures of Patria, commanding […]
Kumquats
Kumquats are not a typical fruit of Vejer but when Roger and Sara appeared with armfuls of them the other day I realised that maybe they are, or at least could be. After initial enthusiasm and excitement, scratching the skins and eating a few (YUM) – what was I going to do with so many […]
Tortilla de Pepi: Spanish Omelette Recipe
How to make the perfect tortilla is a hotly contested subject in Vejer – everyone has a different opinion on the matter. I’ve been working with Pepi since I started Annie B’s Spanish Kitchen, however, and her family Spanish omelette recipe is a thing of rare, simple beauty. Ingredients You will need: 3 x large […]
Sun-kissed Spanish Strawberries
It’s always such a pleasure to return to Vejer when the winter sunshine has encouraged red and juicy strawberries to glow with a shimmery and dewy EAT ME appearance. In Spanish there is a wonderful saying ”Que Buena Pinta” which means ”what a great look”! Paco my butcher will use the same expression when slicing […]
Chickpea, Orange & Mint Salad Recipe
Got a jar of chickpeas that’s been knocking around your cupboard for ages? Convert them into a delicious, healthy and easy to make dish with my chickpea, orange and mint salad recipe… Ingredients You will need: 1 orange 400g tin chickpeas, rinsed and drained 100g feta cheese, broken into chunks 1 small bunch mint, chopped […]