The celebration in Salou of San Juan
A celebration in Salou for San Juan is undoubtedly the next party and the beginning of summer. The most magical night of the year is approaching... The night of Saint John! Also known as the night of the fire or the witches, The night of San Juan is reminiscent of the celebrations that were held in ancient times on the occasion of the summer solstice, festivities of pagan origin. Its tradition dates back to times before Christianity and is a cult of the sun and the lengthening of the days.. But did you know that the origin of this celebration is not very clear? In the northern hemisphere, the summer solstice takes place during the days 21 y 22 June, before the celebration of San Juan, he 24 June. So, From its origins, pagan celebrations are intertwined, the christians, tradition and custom. What there is no doubt is that it is a night to meet with loved ones and celebrate the arrival of summer.
Since it is a celebration dedicated to the exaltation of the sun and light, bonfires are of great importance during this night (hence some refer to it as the Night of Fire). Communal bonfires are made with useless objects that have accumulated throughout the year, and families, neighbors and friends gather around it as a symbol of purification. There is a common belief that the flames drive away the imaginary beings that roam freely during the night of San Juan.. Definitely, magic and mysticism surround this celebration. Pyrotechnics also have a prominent place during the festival, in addition to gastronomy.
on this night, as we said, It is common for family and friends to get together or celebrate a popular festival. On the tables of Catalonia and the Valencian Community it is tradition to find coca de Sant Joan, sponge cake and candied fruit, but cokes are also prepared collection , of lardons, pine nuts and other varieties. In the past, cocas for this day were round with a hole in the middle., which could be related to an ancient solar rite. Since it is a holiday, it is customary to drink wine or cava. But among so much celebration and well-said avenues, we must not forget who he was. Saint John.
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Salou is one of the most visited areas by tourism in the region of Catalonia due to its attractive landscapes and its variety of activities and gastronomy., where there are true dishes of charm.
Corcega Restaurant has prepared a true gastronomic spectacle for the night of San Juan that you cannot miss, From this link you can visit the SAN JUAN OFFER
Nevertheless, for well dined and well being stuffed, let's not forget to step on the sand next to the sea while the night changes to another state.
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In Salou, Tarragona, We celebrate San Juan and we have not spared anything, in preparing a special menu for the celebration of San Juan
SPECIAL SAN JUAN NIGHT MENU 2022
Aperitif
Our homemade croquettes
First dish to choose
Cold melon soup with shavings of Iberian ham
Tempura zucchini with romesco sauce.
Garlic shrimp casserole.
Second dish to choose
Grilled meat with caliu potatoes.
Grilled beach squid with vegetables.
Hake in green sauce.
Dessert
Raspberry sorbet,
Catalan cream or
tropical passion
Bodega
D.O White Wine. High Earth
Red Wine D.O. High Earth
Water and coffee
Burnt Rum
Precio: 35€ (VAT included) per person
*All grilled meats will be accompanied
of vegetables from our garden also grilled.
A celebration in Salou for San Juan is the celebration that tradition has marked since… Well, it means you have to go to the beach., be with serenity among everyone and celebrate the good avenues of the future that one dreams of. And for this, what is it like on a magical night to be an elf? He gave us the poem for if anything., that a doctor does not touch or see, it hurts, your smiles and prayers take you on the right path.
POEM ON THE NIGHT OF SAN JUAN
Night of magic and fire
night of party and heat
bonfires, that face the sea
a singular glow.
Night that fulfills dreams
people who come and go
fuego, magic, agua, wishes
It's the night of San Juan.
Witch spell night
They fill the moment with magic
purification of souls
promises and oaths.
And they get involved with the party
spells, candle fire
and leave our bodies
sorrows that burn at the stake.
Summer has already arrived
spring has left
and with her he must go
everything bad at the stake.
And the illusions return
fulfilling desires
the night has begun
night of magic and fire.
Make a wish again
this time it will be fulfilled
that the dreams do not go out
with the bonfire of Saint John.
