In Bull Runner's BlogWhether you've just run with the bulls or watched from a Pamplona balcony, you have not only just taken part in a long-running tradition unlike anything else in the world but you have no doubt also worked up a quite an appetite. Here's what you do next: Don't miss the chocolate con churros served at many places on Estafeta street! We guarantee you'll be dreaming about these when you return home. If you don't know what they are, just trust us and order one, or two, or three, or four - you won't be disappointed. You'll also want to pair your churros with a coffee: Cafe Solo (very good normal coffee), Cafe con Leche (with milk, kinda like a latte),…
In Bull Runner's BlogInsider tips on how to run with the bulls Before sharing our tips on how to participate in the Running of the Bulls®, it’s helpful to have a basic understanding of the history behind this centuries-old tradition. Running with bulls, while not for the faint of heart, was originally born out of a necessity to move the animals from outside Pamplona’s city center to the bullring in town -- something that’s been done since the 13th century. The San Fermin Festival has been held every July since 1592 and the morning bull runs are one of the most highly anticipated events. However, it is not completely clear when citizens began running in front of the bulls rather than behind them. Some records,…
