Tapas Tuesday: Roscón de Reyes, or the Spanish Twist on King’s Cake

The Epiphany is one of my most beloved Spanish Christmas traditions. Not only does it extend my holidays by a few days, but the Cabalgata parade means that candy literally…

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What to do in Trujillo, Spain: Food, History and Daytrips

Extremadura is one of those places you want everyone to know about, but also want to have entirely to yourself.  Nestled between Madrid and Andalusia, it's an oft-overlooked part of Spain and…

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Where to Live in Seville: a Neighborhood Guide

Where to Live in Seville: The Best Neighborhoods in Andalusia’s Capital City

post updated: June 2018. Prices reflect availability and seasonality. So, you've gotten the visa, packed your bags and moved to Seville. The first order of business (after your cervecita and…

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Resources for Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence and Rape Victims in Spain

Updated in April 2026 at the release of Netflix's documentary, The Predator of Seville. Hitting Number 1 in True Crime almost immediately, the three-part series explores allegations from several women…

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Guiri 101: A Guide to the -erías

Lisa's skype call was full of nervous questions about what to pack and how to arrive alive to Sevilla. I'd be about to take the DELE when her train arrived,…

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The Guiri Guide to Having a Baby in Spain: Labor and Delivery

From the looks of it, I haven't had a baby. My belly has long since deflated and I'm walking upright again. My face isn't swollen, the byproduct of cookies and…

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