Lancaster, let's cook!

Four years ago, Frank and I set off on a three-week journey across Spain, exploring Valencia , Madrid , Zaragoza , and Barcelona . I had visited Spain once before on a business trip, but back then, I mostly saw cities through the tinted glass of a speeding taxi between convention centers. As someone who absolutely loves travel planning, I built an itinerary designed to let us fall in love with Spain at our own pace. We started our trip in Valencia , staying in a spacious historic apartment in the el Carmen neighborhood. Within a single day, we fell completely into the rhythm of the city. Valencia is a rare gem: a major city with a vibrant soul that still feels intimate, welcoming, and distinctly local. Image generated by Gemini Right around the corner from our apartment was El Dorita ( C/ de St. Donís, nº1, Ciutat Vella ). It’s an unassuming, local tapas spot, but the food they serve is out of this world. On our very first night, I spotted Albondigas on the menu, acc...