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Castanyada
Calçots - Catalan Marmite
Personally, i love'em. Just don't wear white. Mainly an excuse for a barbecue in March. Or February. Or April. A 'Calçot' pronounced 'calsot' is a type of scallion or green onion from Lleida. The calçot from Valls, Tarragona is a registered EU Protected Geographical Indication. Calçots are milder and less bulbous than onions. The Calçotada is an annual event from Tarragona, now celebrated all over Catalonia. They are grilled on high fire, wrapped up in newspaper, served on terra cotta tiles and eaten after peeling with bare hands by dipping one by one in romesco sauce along with an accompaniment of red wine and bread. This is followed by barbecued lamb chops and sausage and white beans.
Draps
15€ per person with a glass of wine.
Christmas 2014 Activities
On Saturday 20 December you can enjoy this original food tasting event which will be open all day in Carrer Migdia, accompanied by musical performances.
Homage to Nelson Mandela. Gospel performed with the hearts, feelings and strength of an entire continent, which was, indirectly, the birthplace of this genre.
Presentation of Cadore 33, the 16th record in his career, in which the artist has created 11 perfect compositions all stamped with his unmistakable style.
From 25 to 28 December, in the Fontajau Sports Centre, there will be seven performances with some of the best international artistes.
Inspired by the traditional musical event held every year in Vienna, the Great New Year's Concert returns to Girona with an attractive selection of the best waltzes, polkas and marches of Johann Strauss.
30th Children's Christmas playground in Girona with adventure and sports activities, workshops, games and a programme of shows.
Girona Christmas Swing aims to bring a little Christmas spirit with its jazz and swing tunes from all eras for fans of this genre in Girona.
A traditional fair offering handicrafts and Christmas products made by artists and producers from the province of Girona.
Homeaway.com review
“Our stay in Girona”
We had a wonderful stay at this large and modern apartment. The listing description was completely accurate, the photos accurately reflect the appearance and amenities. The property was extremely well cleaned and maintained. The owner was very helpful answering questions and providing local information. She had two binders full of brochures with everything from the best local restaurants to a variety of sightseeing and beach opportunities.
Thanks for an amazing stay!
I would most definitely recommend this property to anyone! It was within walking distance, 15 min of the heart of Girona's old city. There were wonderful bakeries and a fruit store within a 2 minute walk. We bought our breakfast back to the apartment each morning and made delicious coffee using the fully stocked kitchen.
Thanks for an amazing stay!
I would most definitely recommend this property to anyone! It was within walking distance, 15 min of the heart of Girona's old city. There were wonderful bakeries and a fruit store within a 2 minute walk. We bought our breakfast back to the apartment each morning and made delicious coffee using the fully stocked kitchen.
(July 2014) (USA)
Family from Ireland Recommendation
"I stayed in Liza's apartment in Girona in May 2014. We had a wonderful time and the apartment is very comfortable, so convenient from the bus station and fantastic location for shops, restaurants and sites. This is my second time to stay there in 2 years and I would highly recommend it for a visit. It is very spacious, clean and comfortable with everything you need for your stay and Liza is very accommodating and helpful. Great place for families, couples, girls trip and Girona is a beautiful city."
(Ireland, May 2014)
Thankyou very much J.
(Ireland, May 2014)
Thankyou very much J.
Ron Cremat - while listening to Havaneres in Calella de Palafrugell
Recepta d'un cremat
per a vuit persones:
per a vuit persones:
En una cassola de terrissa, s'hi aboca el contingut d'una ampolla de Rom (3/4 de litre), s'hi afegeixen 50 grams de sucre, un bocí de canyella i la pell de mitja llimona.
De seguida s'encén, acostant-hi un llumí, i es remena contínuament amb un cullerot fins que en restin les dues terceres parts aproximadament.
Per apagar-lo, s'hi afegeix un raig de cafè o bé es tapa la cassola.
Burnt Rum
Bottle of Rum
50gs sugar
cinnamon stick
lemon peel
All in a clay pot. On the beach. Set light to it until a third has evaporated, douse flame with a small slug of coffee. Drink. First Saturday in July tradition, even if you're not in Calella...
Burnt Rum
Bottle of Rum
50gs sugar
cinnamon stick
lemon peel
All in a clay pot. On the beach. Set light to it until a third has evaporated, douse flame with a small slug of coffee. Drink. First Saturday in July tradition, even if you're not in Calella...
Girona Modernist Route - Masó
This is a very enjoyable little stroll around the centre of Girona....looking up. It's a route hinted at on the Casa Masó website, but which they couldn't be bothered to explain properly, that or they are very reluctant to give out information without obliging you to pay a guide. Even if you're not into architecture, it's a relaxing way of seeing the town. I am devoting my blogging life to exposing the secrets of Girona.
Here is a list of the buildings (there are more, but maybe not so interesting to look at), built by Masó in the Modernist and 'Noucentista' style and in a different order to that presented on the Casa Masó site. I've added information to help with finding it and a couple of photos. The route can start anywhere really, though the route i suggest is probably the most efficient from the apartment. Back with a map soon!
Here is a list of the buildings (there are more, but maybe not so interesting to look at), built by Masó in the Modernist and 'Noucentista' style and in a different order to that presented on the Casa Masó site. I've added information to help with finding it and a couple of photos. The route can start anywhere really, though the route i suggest is probably the most efficient from the apartment. Back with a map soon!
Masó Modernist Route
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Apt block Salieti 1914
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C / de la Neu,1
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Don’t know yet why it’s called
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2
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Galeria de bells oficis 1919
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C / dels Germans Busquets, 2
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Snicket off the top of the
Rambla by ‘Imaginarium’ and in front of the tourist office. Look inside.
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didn't find this one first time round
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3
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Farmacia masó-puig (saguer) 1908
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C / Argenteria, 29
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Just next to the bridge over to
Plaça Independencia, a gem – go inside and buy something
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4
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Apt block Ribas Crehuet 1927
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C / de la Força, 6
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A bit further down from the ‘Via
Augusta’ restaurant, on the other side of the road
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5
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Casa masó 1910-19
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C / Ballesteries
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Next door to ‘Terra’ café/bar
(and don’t miss the entrance way on the opposite side of the street,
containing the remains of a roman tower (3rd
C).
This is the back - from the river bridge, it's the big white and blue building with orange shutters.
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6
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Apt block Cots 1924-28
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C / Santa Clara, 53
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‘Nespresso’, don’t join the
queue to buy anything.
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7
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Apt block batlle 1909
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C / Fontanilles, 2
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Off c/ Nou, on the corner in
front of the Claustre Art Gallery. Bat man lives here!
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8
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Casa corominas 1927
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Plaça Marques de Camps, 2
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Soon! Haven’t finished, I do
other things you know!
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to be honest this is as far as i've got...back next week
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9
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Casa gispert saüch 1921
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C / Jaume I, 66
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YOU find it!
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10
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Casa colomer 1927
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C / Barcelona, 7
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Soon!
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11
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Farinera i casa d'Alfons
Teixidor 1910
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C/ Santa Eugenia, 42
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Marvellous, not to be missed
façade, and the café’s great too. On Wednesday mornings, expats meet here
–all visitors
welcome
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12
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La punxa apt block 1918-22
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C / Santa Eugenia, 19
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This is on the opposite side of
the road, to the right as you leave no 11.
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13
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Casa encesa 1913-32
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C / Barcelona, 68
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Watch this space!
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14
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Tanca del cementiri 1917-19
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C /
Sant Feliu de Guixols, 17
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Too far on foot, you need a car
to drive towards Quart or Sant Feliu
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More photos - www.gironalet.com
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| double bedroom with window onto terrace |
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| New fireproof mattresses, freshly laundered linen |
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| all bedrooms have inbuilt spacious cupboards |
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| Wide selection of DVD's in 4 languages, talking books, music |
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| while you're waiting for the others to finish getting ready.... |
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| holiday reading |
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| parking available (not vans or 4x4s) |
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| a couple of shops in the same street |
Devesa Pool photos
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| piscina municipal de la devesa Girona (13 minutes' walk from the apartment) |
Prices 2013:
- child 4,90 €
- Adult 6,85 €
- Pensioner 3,40 €
Port Bou, Platja de Garbet, Vilanova de la Muga
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| you are what we were, we are what you will be - commonly found in graveyards |
Portbou is not now the prettiest of destinations (there's a lot of competition on the Costa Brava), despite being 'the most beautiful place' Hannah Arendt had ever seen in 1940. However, it is home to one of the most impactful monuments i have ever seen, that to the German philosopher, Walter Benjamin. I won't spoil it here by showing you the monument - it needs the context. Definitely worth the visit. There is a Walter Benjamin route but there's little information, so better read up a little before visiting. Suffice to say, Benjamin died in the Hotel in Portbou while fleeing France at the beginning of the War. He was trying to cross Spain to get to Portugal but his party was held up at the border. The hotel is still standing.
We had lunch in town, but it being New Year's Eve, the choice was limited.
On the way back we stopped at the Platja (beach) de Garbet.
Then a visit to the 10th-12th Century Sant Eulalia Church In Vilanova de la Muga (just outside Figueres). The painted apse is 13th century. It's a beautiful Romanesque church.
Here there is a 'Ruta dels Estanys', an attractive walk, taking in both sides of the Muga river.
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