Have you ever missed your favorite foods when traveling? My daughter certainly did. On our 8th day in Spain, our daughter who loves Indian food was begging for something other than Spanish cuisine. So when we walked by Restaurante 25 Comida India on Avendia del Puerto 247, we didn’t have the heart not to stop there. We were so glad we did because it was one of the best Indian food we’ve ever had. I think what sets this apart is the old world approach to cooking where fresh ingredients and slow cooking methods use used. It was worth the wait for our Fish Tikka, palak Paneer and Baingan Bhartha!

We arrived Valencia yesterday morning after a 3 1/2 hour train ride from Barcelona. Finding something healthy to eat on the road was impossible. The train station offered the typical fare of high sugar and high fat pastries, and processed meat sandwiches. All I could find was a not so fresh orange to tie me over. On the train, the food was equally processed. Their meal deals included a Coke and a bag of chips with a sandwich. Whatever happened to the Mediterranean diet? I didn’t find the old world foods right away when we set foot in the city but I did find a new world food trend emerging at Tapas bars. At Comer & Beber Cafe & Tapas, there was a great selections of Fresh fruit smoothies made with just fresh fruits and vegetables. The Green Booster was delicious. I don’t foresee fruit smoothies replacing wine and beer at Tapas bars anytime soon but what a great way to round out your diet.

Any great beginning must have an even better ending. We went back to Mokai, the restaurant on the beach, and ate the same meal we had on the night we arrived in Spain. The food and atmosphere were just as pleasing but we appreciate everything even more now that we are leaving Barcelona in the morning!