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Pisto Andaluz – Traditional Vegetarian Stew

April 6, 2023 by Clive Muir

Tapas of Andalusia - Pisto, vegetarian stew

One of the most popular dishes prepared around Spain, pisto is basically a vegetable stew or ratatouille, and forms a popular base into which other ingredients can be added. One of the most famous versions of this recipe also adds egg (it looks like fried eggs sitting on top of the pisto).

Clive Muir

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Nightlife in Ronda – Irish Bar Heaven

March 29, 2023March 24, 2023 by Clive Muir

Where to go for a bit of nightlife in Ronda? An Irish bar in the middle of the romantic and ancient city of Ronda might not seem to be, in theory, a good combination. But, every where needs some nightlife yes?

Heaven Irish bar in Ronda — Heaven bar is a listed and registered “official” Irish bar and as such serves original Guiness! :)

Up to a point, children can enjoy nightlife in Ronda as well.

Children can enter this bar as can be seen below in the photo of my son. Alcohol free drinks are of course available.… But it gets a lot louder as the night goes on so we are normally out and on the way home by 10pm. (If we have the kids in tow. :)

Irish bar Heaven in Ronda. The beer is mine and not the boys! :)

The bar has a very good atmosphere and excellent staff attention. You don’t have to wait long at the bar to get a drink.

Clive Muir

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Q and A – Food and drink in Ronda

March 23, 2023 by Clive Muir

Recipe for Rabo de Toro or Bull's Tail Stew

Ronda is a stunning city located in the heart of the Andalusian mountains. It’s not only famous for its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes but also for its delicious cuisine. The city’s culinary traditions have been influenced by its diverse history, resulting in a unique and flavorful gastronomy. From hearty stews to fresh seafood dishes and local wines. Ronda offers an array of options to satisfy any appetite. In this Q&A page about food and drink in Ronda, we’ll answer some common questions visitors may have and provide a few insights on local specialties and dining option.

Clive Muir

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Estofado andaluz (Andalucian Hotpot)

March 16, 2023 by Clive Muir

One of our best-kept secrets here in southern Spain is the intense cold of our winters. (Especially in the mountains.) For centuries before the advent of central heating, field labourers had to stock up on nourishing, warming food in order to get through a day’s work in the bitter cold. This leads us onto another of our best-kept secrets. The wonderful range of stews, roasts and hotpots which have evolved here in the Serranía de Ronda. Estofado andaluz (Andalucian Hotpot) is one of them!

Clive Muir

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Moros y Cristianos (Beans and Rice)

March 15, 2023 by Clive Muir

Black beans and rice traditional recipe for moros y cristianos

Strangley enough, Moros y Cristianos is a popula traditional dish from Caribbean and Latin American cuisine, particularly popular in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico. It is a dish made of black beans and rice, which are cooked together and seasoned with various spices and herbs, such as cumin, oregano, garlic, and bay leaves.

It doesn’t appear on the menu in Ronda very often but when it does it is often served as a side dish or as a main course with meat, seafood, or vegetables. Without the meat, of course, it is a perfect vegeterian option

Clive Muir

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