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Top 10 things to know in Gijón (out and about so far)

Posted on January 19, 2014 by johnkwhi

I have been here for almost 6 months, so I hope I have a few ideas now to help visitors or those planning to live here. 1. Weather Think Ireland only warmer, typically 5-10 degrees warmer at any time throughout … Continue reading →

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Spanish wine now and in a changing world

Posted on January 6, 2014 by johnkwhi

With record-breaking low temperatures in the United States and Canada, and even minus 13 as far south as Georgia, one wonders what all the fuss is about global warming? It seems to be getting colder not warmer. But colder winters … Continue reading →

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Christmas in Spain: Feliz Navidad

Posted on December 22, 2013 by johnkwhi

Christmas in Spain is celebrated first and foremost on Christmas Eve (Nochebuena), when families gather to eat at home from late evening onwards. The food is more than the regular Sunday fare with plenty of fresh marisco, which in Asturias … Continue reading →

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Asturian Cider Stories and other Gijón Excursions

Posted on November 2, 2013 by johnkwhi

In Asturias, cider (or sidra) is a way of life. There are 22 officially designated apple varieties which can be pressed into almost 100 different brands made by small farmers and larger empresas alike. I can’t say I’ve had every … Continue reading →

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El Menú del Día – IVA y pan included

Posted on October 19, 2013 by johnkwhi

El menú (men-OOH) del día is a great way to eat in Spain. Primero, segundo, postre, con una botella de vino (typically, red or tinto), all for the crisis-busting price of €9 and up. Where I’m from, you can’t get … Continue reading →

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