Tapa Thursday: A Field Guide to Spanish Christmas Treats
Two weeks ago, I couldn't find the aisle that is home to eggs and milk in my local supermarket. I walked in circles, desperate to locate what was needed for…
Spring in Seville means incense, solito and pasos.
Seville Snapshots: Who’s That Nazareno?
Smell that? It's incense. Feel that? That's some sevillano whose trying to push his way past you. Yes, amiguitos, Holy Week is upon us, the stretch of time between Viernes…
Places with Encanto: Almohalla 51, Casa Rural and Guest House in Archidona, Malaga
Sending special thanks to the dozens of you who participated in my giveaway with Your Spain Hostel for a 30€ voucher. I'm thrilled to announce that the special winner is Revati!!…
Seville Snapshot: The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos
Not too many years ago, I asked my high school students what the Reyes Magos had brought them. In the midst of a financial crisis, I was shocked to hear…
¡A Vivir, que son (seis) días (de Feria)!
I've written for Backpacking Matt and The Spain Scoop about my favorite fiesta of the year: the Feria de Sevilla. Curve-hugging dresses, horse carriages and thousands of bottles of manzanilla…
C is for Cookie (and calories).
Three Ways to Beat Holiday Blues Abroad
Author's Note: I was overwhelmed at the personal responses I got from my last post, from friends and other bloggers alike. I am by no means giving up on Spain…