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Patxi Zabaleta
Patxi is a male given name in the Basque language area in northern Spain and south-west France, but more commonly a nickname for those officially named Francisco (or François in the French zone, ultimately cognates of Francis); the original Basque equivalent was Frantzisko, Bekia Padres (in Spanish) but this was rarely chosen as a forename by parents in the modern era, and along with Patxi it was forbidden to be given to babies under the between the 1940s and 1970s, hence the widespread unofficial adoption during that period. Far less common spelling variations include Patxo and Pantxi, while Pacho is used in Latin America – although there |
Given Name
A given name (also known as a forename or first name) is the part of a personal name quoted in that identifies a person, potentially with a middle name as well, and differentiates that person from the other members of a group (typically a family or clan A clan is a group of people united by actual or perceived kinship and descent. Even if lineage details are unknown, clans may claim descent from founding member or apical ancestor. Clans, in indigenous societies, tend to be endogamous, mea ...) who have a common surname. The term ''given name'' refers to a name usually bestowed at or close to the time of birth, usually by the parents of the newborn. A ''Christian name'' is the first name which is given at baptism, in Christian custom. In informal situations, given names are often used in a familiar and friendly manner. In more formal situations, a person's surname is more commonly used. The idioms 'on a first-name basis' and 'being on first-name terms' refer to the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patxi Andión
Francisco "Patxi" Andión González (6 October 1947 – 18 December 2019) was a Spanish singer-songwriter, musician and actor. Biography Patxi Andión was born to Basque parents in Madrid in 1947 and lived part of his childhood in the Basque town of Azpeitia. His political beliefs led him to seek exile in Paris, where he took part in the May 68 protests and where he subsequently embarked on his musical career. Andión died in a car accident in Cubo de la Solana in the Spanish province of Soria on 18 December 2019. Acting Films *''El libro del Buen Amor'' (1975) (actor and composer). Co-directed by Julián Marcos and Tomás Aznar, based on the book of the same title by Arcipreste de Hita. *''La otra alcoba'' (1976) (actor and composer). Directed by Eloy de la Iglesia. *''Libertad provisional'' (1976) (actor and composer). Directed by Roberto Bodegas. *''Caperucita y roja'' (1977) (actor). Co-directed by Aitor Goirocelaya and Luis Revenga. *''Acto de posesión'' ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patxi's Chicago Pizza
Patxi's (pronounced pah-cheese) is a small pizzeria chain based in Sausalito, California. History Patxi's was founded by William Freeman and Francisco “Patxi” Azpiroz. The restaurant chain specializes in Chicago-style pizza. In April 2014, it was announced that the private-equity firm KarpReilly LLC acquired a controlling interest in the company. The announcement also stated that co-founder William Freeman would continue as the company's CEO, and that the company aimed to expand to 70 Patxi's locations by 2019. On September 24, 2018, it was announced that Patxi's is being acquired by Elite Restaurant Group. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. As of 2019, the firm has 12 restaurant locations in San Francisco Bay Area. In addition, the firm has locations in Seattle, Denver, and Los Angeles. In popular culture On November 6, 2015, Patxi's partnered with UberEATS to offer $10.00 cheese pizzas that were delivered in a box that said "Little Nero's" to honor the twenty- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patxi Zubizarreta
Patxi Zubizarreta (born 25 January 1964) is a Spanish writer who writes in the Basque language ( Euskara). He studied Basque philology in Vitoria, where he currently resides. He is an author of children's and youth literature, a specialty in which he has won several prizes, has also been dedicated to translation and literature for adults and has a facet as creator of shows that combine music, image and literature. He was included in the White Ravens catalog and the IBBY Honor Roll. Life Zubizarreta was born in Ordizia, Gipuzkoa. He published his first book in 1991, ''Ametsetako mutila'', and has since published a long series of books of many different genres, especially stories inspired by the traditional world. Regarding the issues, he has prioritized the issue of immigration, especially between North Africa and Europe that explains in such a way that it can be understood by the children, as in the book ''Usoa''. His work has been translated into many languages, such as C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patxi Vila
Francisco Javier "Patxi" Vila Errandonea (born 11 October 1975 in Hondarribia, Basque Country) is a Spanish Basque former professional road bicycle racer who rides for the UCI Professional Continental team . He was formerly with UCI ProTeam , before being banned for 18 months after testing positive for the use of testosterone. Vila's most notable victory came in stage 3 of the 2006 Paris–Nice where he snatched onto the wheel of Floyd Landis as he escaped on the Col de Croix de Chaubouret. The duo amassed a lead of over a minute on their nearest contenders and Vila swept past Landis to take the stage. This performance catapulted him to second overall on the general classification, 9 seconds behind Floyd Landis. He finished the race in Nice still 9 seconds behind winner Floyd Landis and 56 seconds ahead of Antonio Colom. He finished the 2006 UCI ProTour in 38th place with 69 points, the third highest ranked Lampre-Fondital rider behind Alessandro Ballan and Damiano Cunego. Afte ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patxi Usobiaga
Patxi Usobiaga Lakunza (born September 7, 1980), best known as Patxi Usobiaga, is a Spanish professional rock climber, sports climber and boulderer. He is known for winning two Lead Climbing World Cups in a row, and for being the first-ever climber in history to onsight an route. Biography Usobiaga started climbing in Atxarte when he was 10 years old. For four years he was belayed by his father. When he was 15, he climbed his first 8a route, ''ConanDax Librarian'', in Araotz. When he was 18 he redpointed his first 8b route, ''Parva Naturalia'', in Araotz. From 1997 to 1999 he participated in youth competitions. In 2000, he started competing at the Lead Climbing World Cup. In 2003 he earned his first gold medal in Edinburgh. When he was 26 he earned his first Lead climbing World Cup. Next year, he won his second one. Due to these outstanding achievements he was awarded the Salewa Rock Award in 2007. In 2009 he won the Lead Climbing World Championships in Qinghai (CHN). ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patxi Salinas
Francisco 'Patxi' Salinas Fernández (born 17 November 1963) is a Spanish former footballer who played as a central defender, currently manager of Club Portugalete. He amassed La Liga totals of 432 games and 11 goals over 16 seasons, with Athletic Bilbao and Celta, winning two national championships with the former club. Subsequently, he worked as a manager. Playing career Club Born in Bilbao, Salinas emerged through Athletic Bilbao's youth ranks, and made his league debut on 10 November 1982, playing the full 90 minutes in a 1–0 away win against UD Salamanca. He appeared in 14 La Liga matches in the 1983–84 season as the team managed to conquer the double. In the following campaign he became a regular fixture with the Basques alongside another Lezama graduate, Genar Andrinúa. In summer 1992, Salinas joined RC Celta de Vigo, where he proceeded to post equally impressive numbers in his six-season spell – always in the top division – retiring from the game at ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
