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Published: August 2nd 2013
Russell had one (too many)
The popular beers here are Super Bock, Cristal and Sagres. Nigel liked Cristal best.This morning we relaxed and built up an appetite for the Ribizio (all-you-can-eat fish) by running and swimming. We went back to the same restaurant and had all the same staff (same greeter, same waiter, same owner lady) and they remembered us and even remembered what Russell's favourite fish was last time! This time Nigel had the Robizio along with Russell. I had grilled squid and Rachel stuck with the bunless burger although once the fish started coming, she wished she'd had the fish too......
The fish started coming and Round 1 was Blue Mackerel (Russell's favourite from last time). It was a big hit again. Next up was Sea Bass (they loved this one too). Next was salmon steaks. Then Scarab which was Nigel's second favourite (after blue mackerel)! Russell got this far and then only had one piece of the Scarab (she brought 4 big pieces so Russell had one and Nigel had 3). Then came Cuttlefish (including the ink) which Russell did not like and Nigel ate but didn't love. The ink gave it a pungent flavour. Last plate was just for Nigel (Russell had put his fork down officially) and she brought a Horse Mackerel and
Before...
Blue Mackerel on the left, horse (or regular) Mackerel on the right. another Blue Mackerel. He was stuffed by the end and didn't really eat dinner. All in all, the meal was all he imagined it would be and more! They were both in fish heaven. My meal was also great and Rachel seemed to enjoy hers too.
Having spent a few hours eating......we went back to the house to swim and digest. Then we headed out around 6pm to Silves Castle where the Medieval Festival was being held. This is a really popular event and was really well done. There are vendors set up on all the cobblestone roads around and leading up to the castle (hundreds of booths) selling everything from crafts, soap, jewelry, medieval clothing and shoes, handmade swords and puppets. Then there were the food vendors selling sausages, kebabs, ribs, beer, wine, sangria, liquors, baked goods, nuts, dried fruits, etc. So much to see. Plus, about the half the people there are in costume! Not just the people working there! Lots of kids and adults visiting the festival are dressed in medieval outfits. Nigel really wanted to buy a costume but I talked him out of it on the argument that it wouldn't get a lot of
...and after
Blue on the left, horse on the right. Of all the fish we tried. The Blue Mackerel was the best, while something called Scarrab came a close second. use once back home. He wasn't convinced.....
We really enjoyed the festival and all the activities. There was entertainment at almost every corner from belly dancers to drummers to musicians. Great night and another full day in the Algarve.
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Catharine
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Best blog yet....loved all the descriptive pics!