A Day by the Shore

Today was fantastic! Simón made us breakfast of Hallulla, a traditional Chilean bread, and eggs. We parted ways for the morning; he went to class and I went to make a set of keys to the apartment. New keys in hand, I decided I would go push things along with the vet next door in hopes that I can start working soon. He told me he would email me with a start date.

Around 12:30, Mariana, José, Simón, and I went to the bay in Talcahuano. It was an incredible day! The sun was out, it was warm, and the water was beautiful! There were fishing boats everywhere, which makes sense because Chile has one of the largest commercial catches in the world (7th largest to be exact). We went into an indoor fish market, where people were selling fish, crabs, clams, ceviche, and more. We ate ceviche and watched sea lions basking in the sun. Before we left Talcahuano, we walked around the outdoor market, ate churros con manjar frambuesa, and tasted beer at a craft beer stand. 

The Port

Indoor Fish Market

Ceviche

Outdoor Market

We traveled to Caleta Lenga in Hualpén to eat lunch at Restaurante Terra Lenga, which overlooked the beach. We had sopapillas and empanadas before our main meals came, and Pap, a Chilean papaya flavored soda. For the main meal, I had reinata a la plancha and papas con mayo...delicious! We walked on the beach for a few minutes before wandering back home. 

After a much needed nap, Simón made rice and veggies with a little bit of whatever was left in the fridge for dinner. Today left me feeling very full, happy, and loved <3