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On my holiday vacation had lunch at this colorful street in Old San Juan... at this tapas restaurant: ...that reminded me I should make a blog about tapas, and my favorite tapas spots in Berkeley and San Francisco while I'm at it. This one was a perfect outdoor experience because it was centrally located between the sea and El Castillo de San Cristobal. I wasn't there for the live Flamenco, but I'm told it gets even better with the music at night. I bet it's a hot spot for people stopping on cruises because it's near the port. So it may be a good idea to make reservations. For those not foodies like me, Tapas are traditional Spanish appetizers or small finger food dishes. They are usually served to compliment good artisan cheeses, chorizo, olives and wine. Here in Berkeley I have Fonda, Barlata, and I'm thrilled to have César a few blocks from my flat at 1515 Shatuck, which serves a mad paella and a good variety of artisan breads and cheeses. If yo

While on winter vacation in Puerto Rico, spent a magical sun filled day around the tropical forest with one of my sisters who lives there and studies horticulture at the UPR. One of her professors and her husband lead us on a little excursion and treated us to a typical Christmasy feast culminating with a delicious Arroz con Dulce. I'll have to post the recipe here for all to enjoy. I'm working on the healthy version of it with natural sweeteners. Here are some photos... and some of the most beautiful beaches...