Jean Reinhardt, better known as Django Reinhardt, was a guitarist whose style of playing and composition gave birth to a style of jazz called gypsy jazz. Continue reading
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Sant Jordi Day in Barcelona
In Barcelona we celebrate April 23rd, Sant Jordi (Saint George) , as a "lovers day". Sant Jordi day is the most romantic day of the year. Continue reading
French Speaking Films at the Oscars 2013
Amour (Love) is a 2012 French-language drama which has been making a sensation around the world, both among the critics and the public. Directed by Austrian filmmaker Michael Haneke, the story set in Paris follows a couple who are retired music teachers in their eighties. While Illness, suffering, and death are themes in the film that can be difficult to watch, it is superbly balanced with a sense of magic and the beauty of life. Continue reading
‘No’, Foreign Language Film Oscars 2013
The 2013 Oscar nominee for Best Foreign Film, ‘No,’ is based on the plot of the never published movie “Plebiscite”, which was finally adapted to the big screens by Pablo Larraín. This is the true story of a marketing campaign … Continue reading
Your Favorite Movies and TV Shows — in German
Have you ever heard George Clooney, Brad Pitt or Julia Roberts speaking German? Many American TV shows and movies are aired on German TV stations and in movie theaters, the content, of course dubbed in German. Here is a peek at the Ocean’s Twelve German trailer: … Continue reading
Spain’s Healthy Alternative to Ice cream: “La Horchata de Chufa”
Horchata de Chufa is one of Spain’s most loved beverages. Some of you may get confused between Mexican Horchata and Horchata de Chufa (from Valencia). Mexican Horchata is rice milk based and Horchata de Valencia is made with the unique tuber named … Continue reading
¿Cómo se Dice? Spanish Pronunciation Tips
1. Vowels Learning the vowels correctly will improve your Spanish and your ability to be understood by native Spanish speakers. Spanish vowels are simple, brief and consist on a single sound. a-e-i-o-u Lets practice and repeat! “a” as hat (casa/house), … Continue reading
Japanese Game Show Hosts Say the Darndest Things
Japan is the home of many things: beautiful art, delicious cuisine, popular music and the craziest game shows. Where else can you see a woman strap raw meat to her forehead and stick her head in a glass box with … Continue reading
The Best Chocolate con Churros in Spain
This sweet Spanish treat, churros and sweet hot chocolate for dipping, brings me back childhood memories of Sunday afternoons spent at La Churrería. Some like it for breakfast, and let’s be honest is not the healthiest meal, but … Continue reading
¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! ¡VIVA México!
It is widely believed that Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s independence, this however, is a misconception. Mexico celebrates its independence from Spain on September 16th. The holiday of Cinco De Mayo, The 5th Of May, commemorates the victory of the … Continue reading
