Again and again, the passing coastal landscape entices one to look out of the window. Long sandy beaches alternate with rugged rocky cliffs. In between, the train travels through dense woodland and past old fishing villages. The Costa Verde Express crosses a river estuary on its journey between Bilbao and Santiago de Compostela. Photo: Entire … Read more
“We followed the Michelin template and had the Michelin attitude – we did what we had to do to get the stars, we had the silver cutlery and the white tablecloths,” says Aduriz, now fifth in the global Best Chef list. The interior of Mugaritz, Andoni Luis Aduriz’s restaurant in Spain’s Basque Country. Photo: Mugaritz … Read more
Just a quick jaunt across the Channel, France is one of the most popular holiday destinations for British tourists. Whether it’s by train, ferry, or plane, the proximity of our neighbours across the water makes France an ideal place for a quick getaway. Not just for Brits either, as France has the most yearly international … Read more
Now that Arzak runs the restaurant, having incrementally taken the reins from her father over the years, the female dominance remains. Arzak in San Sebastian, Spain, has been in the family since 1897. Photo: Diaporama On a recent pre-service tour of the kitchens, I meet more women than I have ever seen in a haute … Read more
