Much of Basque social life is done in the streets, literally. So we asked a couple experts from Basque Country to show us how it worked. Both young men have been to the USA many times to learn and improve their English. Their American families love them and have traveled to see them in Basque Country.
Jon Larea has been teaching industrial manufacturing for the past 9 years. Jon is certified to teach English in the schools as well. Gorka is a university student studying computer science. It was interesting to observe the different technology they used to make a list of drinks people wanted as we went from bar to bar. Jon used a pen and paper and Gorka used his smart phone.
The group started out on the boulevard. We met out in front of McDonalds. Yes, a McDonald’s in the heart of Basque Country – despicable! The purpose is to visit several "pintxo bars" and eat their best and well known pintxo. Everything imaginable can be placed on a piece of bread - mushrooms, crab, shrimp, peppers, anchovies, risotto, with sauces of all kinds (see pictures). Twenty-three of us walked the streets, talking, sharing our experiences and becoming friends to the fantastic taste of Basque food and drink. It sure beats staying at home. Muy Bueno!
The food looks amazing! What a fun way to spend an evening.
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