Tomorrow, February 3, much of the Catholic world celebrates the fiestas of San Blas, or in English Saint Blaise. This festival is popular in the Basque Country, celebrated in many of the villages and cities of the country. It is noted for the unique pastries that are part of the celebration. San Blas, born in […]
It is that time of year again! Time to celebrate the fiesta of San Blas, or Saint Blaise! In the Basque Country (and maybe elsewhere), Feb 3, the fiesta of San Blas, is celebrated with a special cake. In towns like Abadiño, Bizkaia, where the day is one of the town’s festival days, you’ll find […]