Monesterio to Fuente de Cantos
We had heard for the last several days that Monesterio was famous in this area. It is known throughout this region as the Ham capital of Spain. It is said that a connoisseur will know the ham from this region even before he is told. The explanation for this has to do with the pigs diet. They are fed exclusively a very special diet of green grass and acorns. It is the acorns that supposedly give this ham its distinct taste and recognizable flavor by those in the know. We happen to agree that it is a wonderful tapa along with some goat cheese, fresh bread, olive oil, and a cool glass of wine at the end of a long hike.
It was a stunning walk to Fuente de Cantos. We had heard that there was wonderful apartment for peregrino's and we decided to take advantage of the offer. When we entered into town Antonio was waiting for us. What a welcome site! He drove us to the apartment he and his son owned and offered to the pilgrims on the Via de la Plata. It was more than we could have asked for and we felt very comfortable and at home in this place. We even had our own washing machine and a beautiful balcony to hang our clothes for the day.
After we settled in he drove is to the local bar where we had the best salad and calamaris along with some cool drinks. We watched people mingle on Easter Sunday (known here as Resurrection Day) at the cathedral. When the procession for Semana Santa began we were able to witness and enjoy this most sacred of celebrations. It was beautiful and we were honored to be a part of it.
We head to Zafra tomorrow which is known as the 'Little Sevilla'. Excited to see what is ahead...loving where we have been.
Buen Camino...
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