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Transform Your Table al Fresco: Discover the Keys to Organizing an Unforgettable Casual Table

INGREDIENTS 4 Eggs. 275 g of sugar. 200 g of room-temperature cow butter. 400 g of all-purpose wheat flour or Galician wheat. 150 ml of cream. 15 g of baking powder. Pinch of salt. 300 g of drained pumpkin puree. 1/2 Teaspoon of ground cinnamon, half for the dough and the other half for the topping. For finishing, 50 g of sugar mixed with ground cinnamon. METHOD Preheat the oven to 185°C. Line the mold with parchment paper. Mix the sugar with the butter until well combined, then add the eggs one by one. Add the next one when the previous one has been fully incorporated. Add the pumpkin puree in two portions and integrate each time. Incorporate the sifted flour with the baking powder, a pinch of salt and the a half of the cinnamon, alternating with the addition of cream, starting and finishing with the flour. Pour the mixture into the mold, sprinkle sugar mixed with cinnamon on top, and bake at 185°C for 15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 180°C and bake for approximately 40 more minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; if it comes out dry, it's ready. If not, bake for a few more minutes. Remove the "bica" from the oven, let it cool for 10 minutes, and then unmold it onto a cooling rack. To serve, allow it to cool completely. You can easily prepare PUMPKIN PUREE in the microwave: Peel, clean, and cut the pumpkin into chunks. Place the pieces in a microwave-safe dish, add a few drops of water to aid in steaming, and cover with plastic wrap or a lid. After 8 minutes, the puree should be cooked; check to ensure the pumpkin is soft. If not, give it an additional 2 or 3 minutes. Be careful when removing the plastic wrap or opening the lid because the steam will be very hot.

TIPS In general, to prune hydrangeas it is best to wait until the end of winter and when there is no frost. Cut the old branches, they are the most woody, they are usually in the center of the hydrangea. Cut young branches up to half their length, they are about 3 years old. Don´t cut the suckers, they are the youngest branches, their stem usually starts from the base of the plant.

The Costa da Morte is a natural paradise in the northwest of Spain, stretching along more than 200 km of coastline where you'll discover some of Galicia's most spectacular natural coastal landscapes. Forests, lighthouses, cliffs, wild beaches with dunes, marshes, and saltwater lagoons preserve all their untamed beauty. It's a place where on any given day in August, you can still take long walks on stunning, nearly deserted beaches Discover the magical Costa da Morte, where you're welcomed to a unique place in Europe that will captivate you! It's where its rich history merges with the tranquility and friendliness of its people. Enjoy a healing experience, good food, and the art of simple living. Enhance your journey with our two recommended routes Travelling through A Costa da Morte East. Travelling through A Costa da Morte West. Travelling through A Costa da Morte East: To explore the easternmost stretch of Costa da Morte, from the ancient whaling village of Caión to Laxe, we suggest starting the journey by taking the road connecting Carballo to Baldaio to first explore Caión. This route allows you to discover the beauty of this area along the Galician coast in all its splendor. Caión

Costa da Morte, a natural paradise in northwest Spain, stretches along over 200 km of coastline, boasting some of Galicia's most stunning coastal landscapes. Forests, lighthouses, cliffs, wild beaches with dunes, marshes, and saltwater lagoons preserve their untamed beauty. Even in August, you can enjoy long walks on nearly solitary, beautiful beaches. Discover the magical Costa da Morte, a welcoming place where rich history merges with tranquility and kindness. Enjoy a healing experience, good food, and simple living. Optimize your journey with our two recommended routes: Travelling through A Costa da Morte East. Travelling through A Costa da Morte West. Travelling through A Costa da Morte East: Explore a unique territory that takes you through the westernmost stretch of Costa da Morte, from Camariñas to Monte Pindo, two picturesque fishing villages. We recommend starting your journey at the Environmental Refuge of Verdes (in the Coristanco Municipality). To get there, head towards Fisterra via the C‐552 regional road from Carballo. After passing the small town of Montecelo and just before the "Carrefour" roundabout, take the exit to Verdes. Verdes Refuge is a magical place amidst small islets and waterfalls, where ancient flour mills used the water's force to operate. Picture walking through a fairy-tale forest, crossing small wooden and stone bridges, accompanied by the constant sound of water—a nature's gift in the most idyllic setting. For more information, visit: http://lugaresadescubrir.blogspot.com/2009/07/refugio-de-verdes-coristan co-coruna.html Refugio de Verdes

INGREDIENTS Tea. Water. Slice of tangerine. Cinnamon stick. Milk METHOD Boil water and let it cool slightly to 75 - 95°C (167 - 203°F). Add to each cup a tea bag, a slice of tangerine, and a cinnamon stick, then pour in the water. Steep the tea with the tangerine and cinnamon for 3 minutes.  You can add a bit of milk to the infusion if you enjoy your tea with milk. You can also add a thin strip of tangerine peel instead of a slice.

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