Following a great culinary tradition of the Basque Country, Victor Arguinzoniz, head chef and proprietor of Etxebarri, is renowned for his exceptional quality and freshness of ingredients which are further enhanced through cooking over an open fire.
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Archive for July, 2009
Tenedor Tours
Posted in July 31st, 2009
You will see ancient Basque traditions co-existing alongside cutting edge architecture in Bilbao home of Frank O. Gehry’s new Guggenheim Museum, and the Belle Epoque splendor of San Sebastian… Lodging is in luxurious hotels and historic monuments such as the magnificently restored 14th century convent of Los Agustinos in the heart of the Rioja Wine Region with its stone arches, tapestry covered walls, and lovely cloister.
Fun in Tuscany
Posted in July 31st, 2009
We would like to extend an invitation to leisurely explore the Tuscan countryside in a most delightful way…on horseback! You will be taken to the Chianti region, in the heart of Tuscany, where some of our most famous wines are produced. We ride through lush vineyards, native woods, olive groves and rolling hills to offer you a collection of breathtaking and unforgettable views.
Marixa
Posted in July 31st, 2009
The restaurant in the Marixa Hotel won Spain’s prestigous Plato de Oro de la Gastronomía Española award in 1999 and has been gaining admires ever since. The restaurant offers innovative dishes featuring local produce and combines this with a strong wine list comprised of the best of the Rioja region.
Echaurren
Posted in July 31st, 2009
The cuisine is mastered by chef Marisa Sanchez while her husband Felix runs the wine cellar and manages the front of the house. Chef Sanchez won the National Prize for the best chef in Spain in 1987 and Echaurren won best Hotel Restaurant in Spain in 1982.
Las Duelas Restaurante
Posted in July 23rd, 2009
The Las Duelas restaurant offers a wide assortment of dishes ranging from Riojan cuisine, based on local recipes and products, to the most creative proposals, with a perfect balance between classicism and innovation. Meals are also served in the impressive adjacent cloister of the centuries-old stone monastery, now converted into a hotel.
Iberian Traveler
Posted in July 6th, 2009
Let us help you discover the foods, wines and cultural diversity that makes Spain, Portugal and southwest France, the Pays Basque, extraordinary and unique with one of our custom tour packages, each designed with you in mind. Offering special packages for individuals, couples and groups of up to twenty, with exclusive travel planning by Maribel of Maribel’s Guides.
Portales Hotel
Posted in July 6th, 2009
Portales Hotel is located in the heart of historic Logroño, right along the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. Its location on Calle Portales street, the city’s nerve center, makes it the perfect base to enjoy the beauty of this La Rioja city, its Medieval monuments and superb wines.
Bodegas Baigorri
Posted in July 3rd, 2009
Loyal to its process of elaboration by gravity; using a grape of outstanding quality which allows the wine to develop fully, it is considered by critics and oenologists to be one of the most beautiful and complete wines of the Rioja Alavesa area.
Hotel Los Agustinos
Posted in July 2nd, 2009
The charming hotel, located in the heart of the town of Haro’s medieval district, is a fantastic base from which to explore the surrounding vineyards, castles and other sights of Rioja. The actual building is a former convent constructed in the 13th century. Recently renovations have transformed the convent into a 4 star hotel.
