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... San Juan! Also known as the night of fire or witches, the night of San Juan is reminiscent of the celebrations that were held in the past on the occasion of the summer solstice, festivals 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 occurs during the days 21 and 22 of June, before the celebration of San Juan, the 24 of June. So that, its origins are intertwined with pagan celebrations, the christians, tradition and custom. What is certain 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, the bonfires have 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 him 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 verbena, in addition to gastronomy.
Tonight, 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 cocas are also prepared collection , of bacon, pine nuts and other varieties. Formerly the cocas for this day were round with a hole in the middle, what could be related to an ancient solar rite. Since it is a holiday, it is customary to drink wine or cava. But among so many celebrations and well-said greetings, one must not forget who he was San Juan.
Nowadays
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.
Restaurante Corcega has prepared a true gastronomic show for the night of San Juan that you cannot miss, From this link you can visit the SAN JUAN OFFER
However, for well dined and well packed, let's not forget to step on the sand by the sea while changing the night to another state.
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And Salou, Tarragona, we celebrate San Juan and we have spared nothing, in preparing a special menu for the celebration of San Juan
SAN JUAN NIGHT SPECIAL MENU 2022
Appetizer
Our homemade croquettes
First course to choose
Cold melon soup with Iberian ham shavings
Zucchini in tempura with romesco sauce.
Shrimp shrimp casserole.
Second course to choose
Grilled meat grilled with caliu potato.
Grilled beach squid with vegetables.
Hake in green sauce.
Dessert
Raspberry sorbet,
Crema Catalana o
tropical passion
Bodega
White Wine D.O. Terra Alta
Vino Red D.O. Terra Alta
Water and coffees
Ron Cremat
Price: 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 marks since… Well mark that you have to go to the beach, to be with serenity among all and celebrate the good avenues of the future that one dreams of. And for this, how is a magical night of being an elf, he gave us the poem for something, that a doctor does not touch or see it hurts, your smiles and recites take you to a good foot.
POEM ON THE NIGHT OF SAN JUAN
Night of magic and fire
hot and party night
bonfires, facing the sea
a unique glow.
night that fulfills dreams
people who come and go
fuego, magic, agua, wishes
It is 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 body
sorrows that burn at the stake.
summer has already arrived
spring is gone
and with her he has to go
everything bad at the stake.
And the illusions return
fulfilling the wishes
the night has started
night of magic and fire.
make a wish again
this time it will be fulfilled
that dreams do not go out
with the bonfire of San Juan.
