tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.comments2024-03-17T20:11:33.682+01:00MY KITCHEN IN SPAINJANET MENDELhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comBlogger2298125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-43234087185928178582024-03-16T18:55:20.502+01:002024-03-16T18:55:20.502+01:00We're back from 2 weeks in Spain: Valencia, so...We're back from 2 weeks in Spain: Valencia, southeast Castille-LaMancha and Madrid. Food was really good, but we both decided we like my "rice with stuff" more than the authentic Paella Valenciana. I brought home some good olive oil (pical varietal), smoked paprika (sweet and picante), and saffron. Our meals at the Parador in Alarcon were particularly notable. Of course, most ofDavid Emeryhttp://www.olimpia.com/tadnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-58289399590496617142024-03-12T19:25:46.582+01:002024-03-12T19:25:46.582+01:00Mad Dog: I've been seeing those electric planc...Mad Dog: I've been seeing those electric planchas on cooking shows. They look terrific. JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-18253373198981070032024-03-11T02:39:31.153+01:002024-03-11T02:39:31.153+01:00I've got a large cast iron plancha which is gr...I've got a large cast iron plancha which is great on a barbecue and on a gas hob, but an Argentinian chef in Barcelona introduced me to small electric planchas that plug into a wall socket and they have fantastic heat control - much better than an induction hob! Great Brocheta recipe!Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-74200302940307333202024-03-07T09:42:16.663+01:002024-03-07T09:42:16.663+01:00That I will leave to the production people. Would ...That I will leave to the production people. Would take to long to learn Photoshop.JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-59159750859143595312024-03-06T15:03:33.644+01:002024-03-06T15:03:33.644+01:00Ha ha - well white sheets are not always good, som...Ha ha - well white sheets are not always good, sometimes they are not true white and can introduce a colour cast. Diffused daylight is probably best, but that can sometimes be too flat. If you get images that are slightly flat or slightly contrasty they can probably be fixed and definitely improved with Photoshop. Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-10901887906072578892024-03-06T13:52:53.519+01:002024-03-06T13:52:53.519+01:00Mad Dog: Me too. Finally tried them and they'r...Mad Dog: Me too. Finally tried them and they're delicious. <br />JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-47663230277868853632024-03-06T13:13:16.495+01:002024-03-06T13:13:16.495+01:00Mad Dog: I appreciate your kind words. I am workin...Mad Dog: I appreciate your kind words. I am working on a new project and have to provide photography, so I am challenged to improve. Would you believe, I don't have any white sheets?JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-81465010875620557352024-03-03T19:42:19.431+01:002024-03-03T19:42:19.431+01:00I've often seen these sardinas in barrels at t...I've often seen these sardinas in barrels at the Boqueria, but I've never bought any. I will have to rectify that!Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-273181889117179772024-03-03T19:38:11.385+01:002024-03-03T19:38:11.385+01:00Your photographs usually look excellent. If you di...Your photographs usually look excellent. If you diffuse the light on a bright and excessively contrasty day, that will do the trick. A white sheet might do it, or you can buy professional cloth diffusers or a roll of Rosco Tough Rolux.Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-11840652778023389532024-03-02T18:58:25.424+01:002024-03-02T18:58:25.424+01:00I use the Windows photo software on my laptop to l...I use the Windows photo software on my laptop to lighten my photos of food. Ariel Pazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10330544580241645655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-76943556258206864572024-03-02T18:15:55.118+01:002024-03-02T18:15:55.118+01:00MadDog: Thanks for your critique. The third photo,...MadDog: Thanks for your critique. The third photo, the best, was taken by Joanna on a phone. Now, how do I get my pictures to be more light, less contrast, true colors? JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-30740226955446702032024-03-01T08:56:58.796+01:002024-03-01T08:56:58.796+01:00Great spanish Food
Thanks for information
Europe T...Great spanish Food<br />Thanks for information<br /><a href="https://holidayfactorypremium.com/deals/index#europe" rel="nofollow">Europe Trip Packages</a>Stefan Woodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08998372860095291636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-64393494630326404772024-02-29T22:04:50.025+01:002024-02-29T22:04:50.025+01:00Ah, I didn't even see that box. Great news, th...Ah, I didn't even see that box. Great news, thank you. Ariel Pazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10330544580241645655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-74059048760671331272024-02-29T16:43:23.009+01:002024-02-29T16:43:23.009+01:00re.: Search, I meant to add, on mobile phone, at b...re.: Search, I meant to add, on mobile phone, at bottom of the blog, click on "View Web Version" to get format with the Search window. JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-40632366919815601222024-02-29T15:35:42.974+01:002024-02-29T15:35:42.974+01:00Ariel: Thanks for your comment. The blog does inde...Ariel: Thanks for your comment. The blog does indeed have a Search function--see the tiny window in upper left corner (on desktop and tablet monitors). I notice that on a mobile phone screen, you have to click on at the bottom of the blog to get the Search window. Hope this helps.JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-83479336553987914412024-02-28T19:07:44.289+01:002024-02-28T19:07:44.289+01:00Getting good food shots is tricky. So, would you c...Getting good food shots is tricky. So, would you consider allowing readers the capability of searching for specific foods, dishes on your blog? Blogger will do it for you using the labels. It would be very helpful. Gracias!Ariel Pazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10330544580241645655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-76071464463203748912024-02-26T21:42:15.831+01:002024-02-26T21:42:15.831+01:00Your pictures are normally very good and probably ...Your pictures are normally very good and probably because you take them in good daylight (...and you have a very good eye). The first shot lacks light and contrast, whereas the second has too much contrast. The third has the light and not too much contrast. Stick with the camera you like - phones can take amazing photographs, but there's no control over what they do. To ensure that pictures Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-50778356205426197102024-02-21T15:50:10.999+01:002024-02-21T15:50:10.999+01:00Sam: How nice to know that that episode of Planet ...Sam: How nice to know that that episode of Planet Food--in my kitchen in Spain--turns up in Spanish culture class. Glad you found the blog! Stay tuned for ongoing recipes from Spain.<br />JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-88976023171964713232024-02-19T14:53:45.797+01:002024-02-19T14:53:45.797+01:00This recipe looks delightful! I had learned of you...This recipe looks delightful! I had learned of your recipes through my Spanish culture class from a few years ago when we watched your episode of Planet Food. It inspired me to make your Ajo Blanco for a few friends of mine later this week... Thank you for sharing this lovely blog, I can't wait to learn even more. - Sam from the US Sam Calabresenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-34533520648567228532024-02-19T13:23:46.330+01:002024-02-19T13:23:46.330+01:00Mad Dog: Artichokes and peas give the stew a touch...Mad Dog: Artichokes and peas give the stew a touch of spring.JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-1982276466022626472024-02-18T19:04:14.394+01:002024-02-18T19:04:14.394+01:00How delicious - I love the inclusion of alcachofas...How delicious - I love the inclusion of alcachofas.Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-30033450410471376972024-02-12T17:20:06.413+01:002024-02-12T17:20:06.413+01:00Mad Dog: Use lots of pimentón and cumin. Really ch...Mad Dog: Use lots of pimentón and cumin. Really changes the whole concept.JANET MENDELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05727555362345930082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-75177340308154798432024-02-11T18:57:37.248+01:002024-02-11T18:57:37.248+01:00I often sprinkle pimentón on top of hummus, so I k...I often sprinkle pimentón on top of hummus, so I know I'll love this!Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-48805922907348218832024-02-10T17:52:09.827+01:002024-02-10T17:52:09.827+01:00This is a good idea for such a box. Just because s...This is a good idea for such a box. Just because something looks worse doesn't mean it tastes worse.Kurtyny Bramowehttps://suton.pl/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033770631819899656.post-904973992959543272024-02-07T03:11:03.111+01:002024-02-07T03:11:03.111+01:00I cooked it this evening and it was fantastic!I cooked it this evening and it was fantastic!Mad Doghttps://maddogtvdinners.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.com