This blog post was originally posted on January 19, 2018, and was updated on April 16, 2019. Nestled right into the heart of Andalusia, Granada is everything we love about southern Spain. Beautiful weather, stunning sights, tasty tapas, friendly locals…we could go on! In most cases, we recommend spending at least 4 or 5 days […]
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Master Your Meals With These Tips On How To Order Tapas In Seville
This blog post was originally posted on October 31, 2016, and was updated on January 18, 2018. In Seville, we don’t just eat tapas, we “do” tapas, and if you’re unsure how to order tapas in Seville, allow us to simplify it for you! If you asked 10 Spanish people from different parts of the […]
Our Insider’s Tips for the Seville Fair
This blog post was originally posted on March 21, 2015, and was updated on January 18, 2018. Seville is a city with a full calendar of traditional celebrations, and April means one thing: The Seville Fair! One of the most famous in all of Spain, Seville’s April Fair, is one of the things we love […]
Everything You Need To Know About Semana Santa in Seville
Spring in Seville means two things, Semana Santa (Holy Week in English) and our similarly extravagant Feria de Abril, or the April Fair celebration. While the fair is all about traditional dance, delicious food, and ice-cold sherry, Semana Santa takes a very different tone. Semana Santa in Seville is one of our most iconic celebrations, and […]
Visiting Granada’s Crown Jewel: Where to Buy Alhambra Tickets
This blog post was originally posted on January 17, 2018, and was updated on April 16, 2019. With more than 6,000 daily visitors from all over the world, the Alhambra is the most popular attraction in a country full of incredible sights. This also means that planning your visit requires some prior thought and preparation. […]
10 Must-Try Tapas in Granada
This blog post was originally posted on January 15, 2018, and was updated on April 16, 2019. Tapas are an essential part of Andalusian cuisine, and there’s no better place to enjoy them than Granada. After all, Granada is famous for its free tapas culture! Order a drink, get a free tapa (sometimes of your […]
Visiting the Alhambra: Everything You Need to Know
As one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain, the Alhambra is truly the jewel in the crown of Granada’s Moorish past. From intricate Arabic carvings to bright, colorful tiles to stunning views of the Albayzín, the Alhambra constantly leaves visitors in awe. It’s no wonder why this stunning palace enchants more than 6,000 […]
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Spanish Olive Oil
This blog post was originally posted on February 3, 2016, and was updated on January 11, 2018 Olive oil is an integral part of Spanish cuisine. With a tradition that spans over 3,000 years, there’s bound to be a few fun facts about Spanish olive oil you didn’t know! No Spanish kitchen would be complete without a […]
A Beginner’s Guide To EVOO: Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil
This blog post was originally posted on February 16, 2016, and was updated on January 11, 2018 Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is the King of all ‘liquid gold’. But, what exactly sets it apart? And, where can you be guaranteed quality in Seville? Walk into any supermarket all over the world and you will […]
Drink Up At These Great Wine Shops in Seville
There are a few things Spain does better than anyone else: jamón, olive oil and wine! Sevillanos love their wine, and it shows in the wide variety of wine shops in Seville. From popular Rioja, hailing from the north of Spain, to sherry wines produced just outside the city, the Andalusian capital is a wine lover’s […]