Bangkok: Fanesca, an arrival, and the red monster

March 25th, 2024 I don’t have a religion but follow certain traditions from Catholic culture.  One is eating fanesca during holy week.  Fanesca was originally a fish soup, made with potatoes and salted-dry codfish. Over time it evolved to include a variety of grains, corn, peanuts, squash, and pumpkin.  It is served with a slice … Continue reading Bangkok: Fanesca, an arrival, and the red monster

Cartagena:  BEHEMOTH’s whereabouts

February 24, 2024 I arrived at Marina Club de Pesca in Cartagena, where BEHEMOTH resides, seven days ago.   Even though this is not a sailing vacation, I have enjoyed my time here.  During the day, BEHEMOTH has usually several people on board involved in different jobs; engine, generator, electricity, refrigeration to name a few.  I … Continue reading Cartagena:  BEHEMOTH’s whereabouts