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
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Spanish poet: Pablo Neruda
Pablo Neruda, born in Parral in Chile, is one of the greatest major poets of the twentieth century. Charged with sensuality and passion, his love poems are the most celebrated of the Nobel Prize winner's. Continue reading
Semana Santa, Easter in Spain
Semana Santa (Holy Week) is celebrated in every corner of Spain by the Catholic community. The streets of big cities and small villages become the stage for religious devotion. Holy Week features processions (las procesiones) which are large groups of … Continue reading
¡Sí quiero! Getting married in Spain
In Spain there are a lot of traditions and superstitions related to the wedding day. Continue reading
Spanish comfort food: Caldos
Caldo (stock) is my favorite Spanish comfort food. Whether you drink a hot bowl of caldo by itself or boil some pasta in it to serve it as an appetizer, this delicious comfort food can be made easily and will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. 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
San Valentín in Spain
Valentine's Day in Spain is much like in many other parts of the world. It is a day to exchange regalos o detalles (small gifts) with your loved one, have a nice cita (date) in a restaurant and share a bottle of wine in un lugar romántico (a romantic spot.) Continue reading
Yerba Mate Tea, A South American Tradition
Yerba Mate is a traditional South American infused drink, very common in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, south of Chile and some areas of Bolivia. ‘Mate’ is the national drink in Argentina and Uruguay. Yerba mate tea is made from the infused … Continue reading
Family holidays in Spain
In Spain during Christmas time we do not celebrate with Santa Claus. Instead we celebrate with the traditions of the Three Kings who bring Christmas gifts the night of January 5th and Tió de Nadal, who gives out sweets and … Continue reading
Spanish Cookbooks ¡A cocinar!
As the weather gets colder we usually spend more time at home. Cooking and learning a language could be a great combination for those cold days when we do not want to leave the house. If you are looking for … Continue reading
