Indulge Yourself! Food & Wellness Tour in Spain
Filed Under Destination Features, What's Up at TIK
If you're like most of the world these days, you're more in need of self care than ever. Treat yourself to something to look forward to, like our fabulous food and wellness tour in Spain! The dictionary defines "wellness" as "the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal." But we think it's more than that, it is, in our opinion, being of sound body and… Read
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Jewels of Andalusia Foodie Vacation Package in Spain: Meet Your Escort
Filed Under Destination Features, Interviews
At The International Kitchen we know that our vacation packages are only as good as the people in charge of them: the chefs, guides, and drivers who make sure your culinary trip is what you've been dreaming of. For one of our favorite foodie vacation packages in Spain, your guide and escort Rosa Lara will lead you from Granada to Cordoba, then to Sevilla, and finally to Malaga. See our… Read
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Three Things to See in Andalusia on a Culinary Tour of Spain
Filed Under Destination Features, Travel Tips
What things are there to see in Andalusia? Lots of things! Andalusia is one of our favorite parts of Spain - and why not? It's got amazing cultural sites, great, sunny weather, and fabulous gastronomy. There are so many reasons to visit this fabulous southern region, but we're focussing on just three. Favorite Sites on a Tour of Spain with TIK The Alhambra Palace Granada's crown jewel, and one of… Read
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October Travel with TIK
Filed Under Destination Features, What's Up at TIK
Wow, we have been surprised about the number of people wanting to book (relatively) last-minute tours to Europe for this October! We've even been finding some great airfare rates for them as well (did you know we can assist you with airfare)? October is a great time to visit some of our top selling cooking vacations in Italy, France, Spain, and Portugal. We thought we'd make it easier for you… Read
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Ajo Blanco Soup Recipe from Our Andalusia Cooking Vacation
Filed Under Destination Features, Kitchen Tips, Recipes
Olive oil is used in all sorts of recipes in Spain, particularly in Andalusia. "We use extra virgin olive oil for everything, from savory to sweet," Chef Clive, of our Andalusia cooking vacation says. "Even in the ice cream." That said, it has to be used with care. It should also be used as soon as possible, and it's a great way to season food, just like you would with… Read
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Chef Clive's Favorite Tomato Recipe: Gazpacho
Filed Under Food History, Kitchen Tips, Recipes
This week on our social media sites, we've been talking all about the tomato, one of the most versatile of all vegetables -- and fruits, depending on you ask. From its fascinating history to how it's eaten, and processed, just about everywhere, it's not surprising that it's ranked in the top four of all vegetables consumed (only topped by potatoes, carrots, and corn) in the world. We asked Chef Clive,… Read
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