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
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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
A Summer in Versailles
About an hour from Paris, Versailles is a sight of unparalleled grandeur and magnificence. The place is certainly overcrowded with tourists from all over the world, anytime of the year, but the sheer size and aspect of the palace almost … Continue reading
A Spanish Song with International Fame: ¿¡Oye cómo va!?
Tito Puente released the internationally famous song “Oye como va” (hear how it goes) in 1963 and after lots of covers and versions by other famous artists, the original version by Tito Puente and his orchestra remains unbeatable one of … Continue reading
The Spirit of the South: the Works of Marcel Pagnol
The name of Marcel Pagnol is deeply embedded in the French culture of the 20th century, especially the south of France where most of his works take place. His pastoral films evoke the blazing mediterranean sun, the unrelenting singing of … Continue reading
