I enjoyed the book so much. I was liking it to the point that I went to my bookshelf and took down an old favorite to reread, James Michener’s “Iberia”!

Alberto - Tampa, FL

February 2024

This is a great book for folks who adore the food and traditions of Spain. It's wonderful to hear stories about the folks who built La Tienda and their network of artisans. I want to buy everything on the site after reading it ;-P

Natalie C

January 2012

This book is the perfect gift for someone who is an aficionado for Spain and its food, history and culture. It is a comprehensive book that covers Spain in its diverse aspects. It is appealing in its colorful presentation, and reasonable in length. I plan to order a copy for myself, as well as one for a colleague on his birthday.

Steve Kennedy

May 2011

You have collected your life experiences in Spain and all people you have met during these years, that's a great idea. You can teach some local people about their own history, you know better about habits and traditions all around Spain, [whereas] some of the new generations just may guess. My dad also wants to send you gratefulness and recognition for your support to the Spanish culture.

Jorge

February 2011

One of our purchases from La Tienda was your book – the Heart of Spain, and in reading through some of your wonderful vignettes, I can see that our budding appreciation of the Spanish culture and lifestyle is reflected and of course magnified, in you and your family through your immense knowledge and experience of Spain. Your company and your book reflect all that is good about the Spanish people, and if I may say so, that reflection shines on you and your family.

Andrew & Patricia Irving

February 2011

Don's book makes me happy every time I open it to read one of the short tales of foodways in Spain. Every page expresses Don's own goodwill and charm, and shows true graditute for the good things life, and particularly life in Spain, has to offer.

Katy

December 2010

Thank you very much, yesterday we received your amazing book!!!! You have collected your life experiences in Spain and all people you have met during these years, that’s a great idea. You can teach some local people about their own history, you know better about Spanish habits and traditions all around Spain.

Jorge

December 2010

I am near tears and smiling so big it hurts. This is an incredibly beautiful book. The interior design is outstanding, the colors and photos are breathtaking, the print job is perfection. It all looks fabulous. I am thrilled beyond words.

Kathi

December 2010

Not just a book about Spain, and the producers of wonderful Spanish food, but also a book about how to live a good life. Inspirational, heart-warming, soul-feeding fare.

Carol Wisely

December 2010

Right on the mark! Lived in El Puerto and Married to a Portuense for 42 years. El Puerto & Spain have changed, but the families and friendships, in spite of the years, remain constant over the years.

Bill Mihok

November 2010