Ola everyone!
You all know I'm not what you would call an adventurous eater, right? I mean, I've toured exceptional culinary destinations only to venture forward with mushroom pizza at every stop. But last night, I was feeling uncharacteristically bold, and I took my hotel receptionist's recommendation for an authentic meal: Portugese stew. I love stew, and so long as it was't seafood (which I hate) I figured it would be sort of adventurous.
I went to the place recommended (the opposite direction of the tourist square). It had maybe half a dozen tables, and soccer on the TV. I had no idea how to even order this dish, but there was a guy eating it a few tables over, so I pointed to his bowl and said 'yes'. (This is really embarassing, in retrospect). Anyway, it seemed to work: after a bit, the waiter brought a huge bowl of savory stew and a huge hunk of bread. I tried a bite. YUMMY!! It was thick and rich and had lots of beans and carrots and cabbage, and bits of meat.... um, yeah, all different kinds of meat. And the closer I looked, more like bits of tripe! Ewww! Gag me! Okay, so I wimped out and from that part of the pot on, I only ate the bits that were positively identifable as non-carnivore. But it was still delicious :-)
This morning I visited an elevator that was designed by a student of Eifel. It didn't really go anywhere but up to a platform with a great view, but I thought it was cool.
This afternoon, I have to take care of a few necessarios: laundry is at the top of the list. Actually, it's a short list. I MUST do laundry or my blue jeans will be able to walk without me. And I don't even want to talk about my socks.
Tomorrow I have an early flight to Stockholm, so I'm off to drink in as much of this sunshine and warmth as I can-- while my skivies are tumbling :-)
Love you, T
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Sounds yummy,
ReplyDeleteYour mother & I are really hoping you don't change your hotel plans for the 4th - Kolonna Hotel in Latvija!!!!
I´ll be there (cross fingers)! The hotel staff here has been delightful in helping me figure out the ferry system which is more complicated than I imagined... wonderful Swedes!
ReplyDeleteHello friend!
ReplyDeleteI just discovered the blog (I was expecting more emails... duh). I'm all caught up now and ready for the next installment!
Jealously-yours,
Bill T.
Egad Tory - even with your itinerary in hand, it's hard to keep up with you!! Portugal, Sweden, Spain....wow!! Tom's playing pool. I posted your latest (Portugal stew) on Bop's blog as well. We're sending you love, Mother.
ReplyDeleteHey Bill! Great to hear from you! I hope you are doing well. I think of you sometimes when I remember I have to find a job and actually go to work when I get back. Egad!
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for the love Mom. Tell Bopcha about the dumbells in my hotel room. She´ll get such a kick out of it. Sorry again my post yesterday got lost. I hope you didn´t worry :-)