No place does cold-weather comfort food like Spain. Whether it’s a soul-warming stew served as the main course at an hours-long lunch, a sweet breakfast of churros and chocolate before heading out to brace the cold, or anything in between, you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to Spanish winter dishes. Madrid in winter is […]
15 Typical Foods from Valencia No Trip Would Be Complete Without
This blog post was originally posted on June 26, 2017 and was updated on February 5, 2021. Typical foods from Valencia include everything from mouthwatering seafood to delicious desserts. As the third-largest city in Spain, Valencia attracts millions of tourists every year. Its sunny Mediterranean climate and prime beach location on Spain’s eastern coast make […]
How to Have the Most Romantic Valentine’s Day in Madrid, in 5 Easy Steps
This blog post was originally posted on February 13, 2013 and was updated on February 3, 2021. Spain is one of the world’s most passionate and romantic destinations—so when it comes to Valentine’s Day, there’s no better place to be! El día de San Valentín may not be the most Spanish of holidays—its roots actually date back to […]
30 Perfect At-Home Date Night Ideas
This blog post was originally posted on June 1, 2020 and was updated on February 1, 2021. Keeping the romance alive when you’re stuck together 24/7 doesn’t have to be a chore! It’s amazing how many things you can do if you’re housebound or everything is shut. We’ve compiled 30 great ideas for a date […]
Top 20 Must-Try Typical Foods In Madrid
This blog post was originally posted on January 14, 2014 and was updated on November 27, 2020. Madrid is home to food from every region of Spain and much of the rest of the world—but we can’t forget about the home-grown classics. Spain’s capital city is a melting pot of typical food from every region […]
The Ultimate 2020 Holiday Gift Guide for Spain Lovers
This post includes affiliate links. That means that if you purchase something we recommend, we may earn a small commission (which we’ll definitely spend on tapas). Rest assured that we only recommend a place or company if we honestly love it! Spain is the kind of place that sticks with you. It’s the kind of […]
Los Reyes Magos: The Spanish Christmas Tradition
This blog post was originally posted on December 28, 2012 and was updated on November 20, 2020. In Spain, Santa Claus isn’t the star of the show when the holiday season rolls around. Instead, it’s the Three Wise Men—or los reyes magos—who take center stage during the winter holidays. They’re the ones who bring Spanish children […]
The Best Traditional Spanish Vegetable Pisto Recipe
It’s not uncommon for visitors to think that Spanish cuisine is a bit lacking in the vegetables department. And it’s understandable why you might think that. In a land of neverending pork products (including our beloved jamón), some of the world’s best seafood, and everything in between, you have to look a little harder to […]
Croquetas de Jamón: The Only Spanish Croquettes Recipe You’ll Ever Need
Spanish croquettes are the definition of tapas perfection. They come in a delicious variety of flavors. They’re almost impossibly creamy and rich. And they’re perfect for sharing with family or friends (though we’d understand if you want to eat the whole plate yourself). Eat your way around Spain long enough and you’ll soon discover that […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Brunch in Madrid
This blog post was originally posted on March 7, 2013 and was updated on October 16, 2020. Let’s keep it real: brunch is not a Spanish tradition. But it’s a fun affair, and it’s a weekend activity more and more Spaniards are signing up for. While we’ll always be more inclined to go out for […]