The Cranky Camper takes a mini-road trip to the south of France. In this post, we explore the city of Perpignan located in the Pyrenees-Orientales region of France. Photos from the Palais des Rois de Majorque, along with views of the city itself showcase the historic beauty of the town. Bonus recipe for patatas bravas at the end of the post.
Tag: wine
Where Sand Meets Sea: the Costa Brava
The sunny shores of Baeleric Sea, part of the Mediterranean, enjoy relatively mild weather, even late in the year. The Cranky Camper visits the Costa Brava, Spain's northern 'rough coast.' At the end of this post is a bonus recipe for sangria.
Friday Fun Wine List: 2020 Edition
To put the 'happy' back in our socially distanced 'happy hours,' here are a few red wines with names that really fit the spirit of 2020.
Deep Dished in Chicago
Chicago is know for some great eats. This post features some Chicago-style treats we enjoyed on our trip- from Chicago dogs and deep dish pizza to sweet treats and drinks. There is something for every palette in the Windy City.
A Day in LeClaire, Iowa
Our last day in Iowa was spent in the town of LeClaire, right on the banks of the Mighty Mississippi. We checked out Antique Archaeology from History Channel’s “American Pickers" and spent some time wine-tasting in downtown LeClaire.
