Wondering what to see in Madrid? This guide fills you in on all the great views you can enjoy in the city! There’s no Eiffel Tower, no Statue of Liberty, no Arab palace or Catholic church-cum-mosque. Sounds pretty boring, right? Wrong! The best thing about Madrid is that you don’t have a long checklist of […]
Author: Lauren Aloise
A Foodie’s Guide to Eating in San Sebastian
Pintxo bars in San Sebastian For those unfamiliar with this strange word, all you need to know is that pinxtos are a food lover’s dream come true. Similar to tapas (small portions of food), pintxos are often (but not always) spiked with a toothpick and served atop bread. Displayed on top of the bar, it […]
Eating in Segovia
Segovia is known to most for its gorgeous Cinderella castle and incredible Roman aqueduct. But to food lovers around the world, it is also the best place to try the regional specialty, suckling pig. Eating in Segovia is a hearty affair, complete with big portions of extremely filling food. But the indulgence is worth […]
Eating in Seville
Whether you call it Seville or Sevilla, there is one thing about this Southern Spanish city that you just can’t argue– it has some fantastic food! As the self-proclaimed tapas capital of the world, you’ll find a multitude of tapas bars serving up some of the best Andalusian specialties in the country. Eating in Seville […]
El Corte Inglés Gourmet Experience: Food Court Guide
One of the top foodie hotspots in Madrid isn’t a trendy tapas bar tucked into the backstreets of Chueca, or a bustling traditional market. It’s a massive food court on top of a department store. The El Corte Inglés Gourmet Experience overlooking Plaza Callao is the place to get your fix of food and drink […]
A Complete Guide to the San Miguel Market in Madrid
At first glance, the San Miguel Market in Madrid seems like a tourist trap. Throngs of visitors flood this famous food hall every day to get a taste of Spain’s world-famous cuisine. So the question is: Is it worth a visit? The San Miguel Market in Madrid is located in the heart of the city […]
The Best Food Souvenirs from Spain to Buy in Madrid
Many people will pick up a shot glass or a postcard from each city they visit. But if you’re anything like us, you’ll probably want to fill your suitcases with something else—food. Luckily, when it comes to taking home food souvenirs from Spain, you have plenty of options to choose from in Madrid. With a […]
What Is Carrillada?
Delicious Carrillada is a must-try. Carrillada: Heaven on a Plate Carrillada de Ternera = Braised beef cheeks Carrillada Ibérica or Carrillada de Cerdo = Braised pork cheeks Whether beef cheeks or Iberian pork cheeks, carrillada is a star of Spanish cuisine. The relatively lean, moist cut of meat that comes from the (you guessed it) […]
What Is Mahon Cheese?
A Look At Spanish Cheeses: Mahon Cheese Mahon cheese is one of Spain’s many excellent cheeses. It is produced on the island of Menorca, one of Spain’s Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea. Menorca has become known for its cheese making traditions, with its Mahon cheese as one of its key exports and most […]