The Southwestern part of Chile is impressive. On Day 28 (February 11), we were headed for Puerto Montt. This involved a long sail through a wilderness channel way inland. By the next day, we were in Patagonia, with mountains and more inland waterways as we sailed to Puerto Chacabucco.
We walked in a rainforest, a temperate rainforest.
And, our hike ended with a fun meal in a pavilion with wine, meat, and of course, pisco sours.
An excursion to Puerto Varas was delightful. It is a city full of tourists (many of whom were Chilean) and has a European feel. Not at all what I had expected and fun just to walk around. You can also stroll to the lake, which is a window onto the Patagonian wilderness.
Mom, you must be having a few pisco sours as I didn’t see citation to origin of pisco sours. For those, like myself, who are still wondering—pisco sour includes Puruvian pisco as the base liquor, lime juice, egg whites, ice, and Agosta bitters. Both Chili and Peru consider it their national drink and it is debated on which one is better and this huge controversy has lead to the drink’s popularity. This key fact needs to be explored further, which one did you have at this tasting… and where do you stand on this debate.
For those who don’t know, challenge my mom is how you know I miss my mommy!
Sarah is right about the debate. We heard it from both sides. My “research” so far leads me to a middle position. I’ve tried pisco sours only once in each country and both were good. But, apparently, it is also the quality of the pisco that matters. So, I’m glad to let you know, Sarah, that I purchased a high quality bottle of pisco at the distillery in Peru and you will be able to test it yourself when I get back.
Love the picture of you!
Amazing!
Beautiful… fun…. and lovely pix of you!
i never imagined what woukld be found in this part of the world. thanks for sharing. amazing!
Love your blogs!
Looks like a good meal 😁