Faustino Rodriguez, owner of the famous Bar
Juanito in Jerez
has been made a Hijo Predilecto (Honoured Son) of the city. He was presented
with the honour by the mayor today at a special council meeting at the
Claustros de San Domingo, attended by many local business people. Faustino has
another business, the catering company Alta Cazuela, also known for quality and
reliability.
Famous for
his sense of humour and his alcachofas (artichokes), he started out washing
glasses with his father, working in various family businesses such as a bakery
and a tobacconist, and ended up founding in 1983 the current bar/restaurant which seems to occupy virtually a whole street (Pescadería Vieja just off the Plaza
Arenal). A marvellous place for local cuisine and atmosphere.
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| Faustino Rodriguez, smiling as ever (foto:reporterosjerez) |
The Flamenco and Sherry Experience will take place this year at the
bodegas of González Byass on Friday 27th and Saturday 28th
February at 13.00. This is a brilliantly conceived event where each style of
Sherry is compared to each style of Flamenco and it is now an integral part of the
Festival de Jerez.
Fino,
Amontillado, Oloroso, Palo Cortado and Cream will be tasted and explained along
with the Buleria, Soleá, Siguiriya and Fandango. To the senses of sight, smell
and taste will be added the sense of sound via an audiovisual experience which
pays homage to the Flamenco greats.
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