This blog post was originally posted on April 28, 2017 and was updated on September 15, 2020. Paella is just the beginning when it comes to Spanish rice dishes! Depending on where in the country you are, the type of pan your rice is cooked in and the ingredients it contains, rice can go by […]
Author: Amy Bingham
What to do in Madrid in February 2020
This blog post was originally posted on January 22, 2016 and was updated on January 15, 2020. It’s low season, but here in Madrid, we’re keeping busy and staying warm. As the European equivalent to the city that never sleeps, there’s always something going on in Spain’s bustling, vibrant capital. We’re talking world-class museums, cozy […]
Madrid in June 2019: The Perfect Urban Summer Escape
This blog post was originally posted on May 26, 2016, and was updated on May 6, 2019. Sunny skies—check. Long, leisurely afternoons—check. Plenty of cultural activities—check. We might be biased, but Madrid is the place to be in June. It’s that perfect time of year right before spring melts into scorching hot summer, and Madrid […]
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Madrid in 2019
This blog post was originally posted on December 17, 2013 and was updated on November 12, 2019. If Madrid is the unofficial world capital of partying on any given night, just imagine what happens on New Year’s Eve. The last night of the year, known as nochevieja in Spanish, takes the Madrid nightlife scene we all know and […]
Winter Holidays in Madrid: What to do on Christmas and New Year’s Day
This blog post was originally posted on December 23, 2015 and was updated on November 12, 2019. Just before the holidays, Madrid is a flurry of hustle and bustle as crowds make their way to the stores to finish their shopping beneath the twinkle of Christmas lights. Then, on Christmas Eve, seemingly all goes quiet. […]
Four Great Christmas Markets in Madrid in 2019
This blog post was originally published on December 16, 2015 and was updated on November 12, 2019. It’s the most wonderful time of the year here in Madrid! It goes without saying that Christmastime here in Madrid brings an unforgettable sensation of holiday magic, and nowhere does that feel more present than at one of […]
Eating Gluten Free in Madrid: The Best Bars, Restaurants and Stores
This blog post was originally posted on March 18, 2014 and was updated on August 12, 2018. When it comes to eating gluten free in Madrid, the city’s restaurants, bars, and supermarkets are already ahead of the curve. The Madrid Association of Celiacs and Gluten Sensitive People has been certifying the city’s restaurants as celiac-friendly since the […]
Neighborhood Restaurant Guide: Where to Eat in La Latina
This blog post was originally posted on January 7, 2016, and was updated on August 11, 2018. La Latina is a beautiful and historic neighborhood in central Madrid which is famous for its tapas bars, winding streets and leafy squares. La Latina is a neighborhood that is well-loved and frequented by locals, making it one […]
How to Eat Like a Local in Madrid
This blog post was originally posted on July 2, 2016 and was updated July 28, 2018. One of the best parts of discovering a new city is tasting local delights! Madrid does not disappoint with tons of hidden treasures for food lovers. With restaurants featuring classic Madrid cooking, regional Spanish cuisine, and plenty of tapas, […]
Top 7 Must-Try Typical Foods In Madrid
This blog post was originally posted on January 14, 2014 and was updated on July 27, 2018. Madrid is full of amazing restaurants boasting delicious cuisine from every corner of the globe! But what exactly are the typical foods in Madrid? With more bars per capita than any other country in the EU, Spain is […]