Friday we decided to take a drive up to the volcano area. It was beautiful most of the day, just a little rain. That’s pretty normal here for this time of year. The day before there was no rain, and that was the first day that has happened. On the way up to the volcano,…
Curried Rice Salad with Cantaloupe, Currants and Peanuts
PrintCurried Rice Salad with Cantaloupe, Currants and Peanuts Author: AngelaIngredients2 cups long grain brown rice, cooked and cooled 2 1/2 tsp curry powder 3 TBSP white wine vinegar 1/3 cup sunflower oil 1 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup currants 1 cantaloupe, seeded and cut into 1/2” chunks 1/3 cup unsalted roasted peanuts 1 cup plain…
Panama – Days Seven and Eight
Our hotel, The Boquete Garden Inn, is one of the most gorgeous places I’ve stayed. The grounds are exquisite, and the rooms just as nice. We’ve been looking to buy a cord to transfer pictures, but no luck. I’m preparing to cook a little. I’ve got some great local produce and meat. Today I marinated…
Panama – Days Five and Six
Yesterday we kayaked to a beach across from the place we’re staying, and did a little shelling and exploring. There was a gorgeous freshwater stream running down the hill and into the ocean. Don got pictures, so I’ll have those for you later. The rest of the day was routine – fish for lunch; olives,…
Spanish Baked Risotto and Beans
Yes, I’m still in Panama. Today we thought we were headed for the mountains. We were confused. It happens to us when we’re on vacation- well, actually it happens not on vacation too! I’m dreaming of Spanish food because on this island, we have Italian. We did have a fabulous risotto with artichokes a couple…