Spanish Wine: What Makes It Special?

Spanish wine—such was its allure—it was a muse of Pablo Picasso. According to Tim (aka Timmer) Brown, wine blogger and founder of Catalunya Wine, Picasso’s paintings during his Cubism Period were inspired by the people of the towns and vineyards of the Spanish wine region, Terra Alta, where Picasso lived during his twenties in the mountains….

Pan Roasted Chicken Breasts with Cuban Mojo Sauce

  Chicken breasts – especially the boneless, skinless variety – all too often get a bad rap for being dry, ho-hum and bo-ring. Fortunately, this doesn’t have to be the case. These Pan Roasted Chicken Breasts with Cuban Mojo Sauce are so wonderfully moist, juicy and flavorful, you’ll be excited to eat chicken again! Recipe Notes✏…

Piquillo Peppers: The Special Peppers from Spain We Love!

Piquillo Peppers (or Pimientos del Piquillo in Spanish) are a popular ingredient in Spanish and Cuban cuisines. Although now produced in several other parts of the world, they are native to the Navarra region in Northern Spain and traditionally cultivated near the town of Lodosa. Sold fresh, or more commonly in jars or tins roasted, these…

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