Pascal Devroye

Punta , La

While dancing the ' sardana ' and licking an ice cream, Louis (Martinus), Suzanne (his future wife) and Tania (my wife) thought that I, (great lover of Spain), should write a 'sardana' for wind band. (Note: The Sardana is the national dance of Catalonia and it is danced in a large ring to the accompaniment of the fluviol - a small flute played by one hand as the other beats a drum) Once this challenge started, I had to find a title for the piece and consulted my memory as well as an old photo. It very quickly occurred to me that I had to dedicate this 'sardana' to Salvador and Joan, two Catalonian friends since ...always. It is in their bar that during the holidays from 1979, I learned to appreciate sangrias either as an aperitif or with the most regional and typicals meals. Today, it is my children who ask in January, 'When do we go back to 'L'Escala ?, 'Will we also go and drink and eat at Joan and Salvator`s ?' Imagine that my son absolutely wanted to learn to dive in order to spring from the famous springboard fixed to the rock from the terrace of the bar 'La Punta'. In short you will understand that the love for 'La Punta' and also for Joan and Salvador has became a real family tradition. Finally I can tell you that the gastronomic specialities, the warm welcome and the typical terrace of 'La Punta' are highly recommended! If you are in the region don't hesitate to enter this bar and to greet the boss from me! If you don't find this pearl, please refer to this small text which is the slogan of the bar 'La Punta' Those have a delicate palate knows where the bar 'La Punta' is Those who wish to eat and do not know where it is ...... ask.