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GO BASQUE is a boutique travel agency based in San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain that specializes in designing private and bespoke tours throughout the Basque Country and Rioja wine region.
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GO BASQUE is a boutique travel agency based in San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain that specializes in designing private and bespoke tours throughout the Basque Country and Rioja wine region.
5 Basque Souvenirs and Gifts to Buy in the Basque Country
/0 Comments/in Shopping /by Go BasqueAre you on holiday in the Basque Country and looking to get Basque souvenirs and gifts for yourself or a loved one back home?
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5 Reasons Why You Should Do a Market Tour in San Sebastian
/0 Comments/in Basque Food, Food Tours, San Sebastian, Tours & Activities /by Go BasqueProbably one of the main reasons why you decided to visit San Sebastian or the Basque Country is because of the food. A pintxos night out or a dinner in one of its fabulous restaurants is a must while you are here, but why not take our market tour in San Sebastian to learn about Basque food while tasting local products in their purest form? Here are 5 great reasons for why you should do a market tour in San Sebastian.
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Rioja’s Famous Train Station District
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In the town of Haro (11,330 inhabitants), at the foot of the Obarenes Mountains and the Cantabrian Mountain Range.
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Bonito Encebollado: A Traditional Basque Recipe
/0 Comments/in Basque Food, Basque Recipes /by Go BasqueAt Go Basque we are lovers of gastronomy and we like to cook (and eat). That is why we want to take advantage of this space to share some of the traditional recipes of the Basque Country. Given that it is currently Atlantic Bonito (Albacore or White Tuna) season, we thought of no better way to honor this summer fish than to dedicate our first Basque food blog post to cooking a dish of “Bonito encebollado”, a traditional Basque dish that can be easily prepared at home. Bonito is a seasonal fish that is sold at fish shops throughout the summer here in the Basque Country. During this time of year, It is typical to gather in any of the gastronomic societies of San Sebastian to enjoy this dish with friends. If you can’t buy or find Bonito, however, don’t worry! A thick tuna steak can be used in its place.
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Things To Do Near San Sebastian
/0 Comments/in Tours & Activities, Basque Cider, Basque Food, Hiking, Wine /by Go BasqueIf you are visiting San Sebastian for a few days and would like to spend a day (or two) exploring the main places of interest near San Sebastian, here are a few suggestions for must-do tours and activities that are less than an hour drive from San Sebastian.
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The Sopako: The Basque Bread for Soups
/2 Comments/in Basque Food /by Go BasqueSopako bread is a special type of bread that we Basques use in the preparation of soups. Its literal translation from the Basque language is “for soup.” The bread is originally from the Basque Country, and it can thus be considered a “native” variety of bread, as it can be quite difficult to find outside of the Basque Country.
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An Introduction to The Rioja Wine Region
/0 Comments/in Wine /by Go BasqueAre you visiting the Rioja Wine Region and would like to learn more about Spanish wines? Do you know the main varieties of grapes grown in Rioja? Do you know the differences between a Crianza wine and a Gran Reserva wine? On this post, we want to share with you basic information about Rioja wines, so that you can brag a bit about your knowledge of Rioja wines the next time you enjoy one of these delectable juices with your friends and family.
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Cantabrian Anchovy: From the Sea to Your Table
/in Basque Food /by Go BasqueAs is already well known, the world is currently weathering through a very delicate moment. The Coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic is affecting each and every sphere of our societies, putting the economic, social and political sectors of each of our countries to the test. A major consequence of this alarming situation is that it is having a negative effect on what we are able to bring to our tables, especially in societies, such as the Basque one, that are so accustomed to consuming seasonal products.
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Are You Ready for Basque Cider Season?
/in Basque Food, Basque Cider /by Go Basque2020 is here and with it the start of this year’s cider season in the Basque Country. There is no point in sticking to your new year’s resolutions just yet (unless these are to eat and drink more), as this month marks the start of the 2020 Basque Cider Season.
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Zuberoa Restaurant: Modern Cuisine that Maintains the Roots of Traditional Basque Gastronomy
/in Basque Food /by Go BasqueLocated in the town of Oiartzun, Gipuzkoa, Zuberoa Restaurant is without a doubt one of the temples of Basque cuisine. The chef, Hilario Arbelaitz, has known how to maintain the essence of traditional Basque recipes in his kitchen, and works with prime-quality ingredients in exceptional ways.
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