Eggs are not a breakfast food. At least not in Madrid. Order a plate of eggs for breakfast here and you’re likely to get some strange looks! That’s because eggs have traditionally been served only at lunch at dinner, alongside other savory tapas dishes. Some egg dishes, like the famous tortilla de patatas are more […]
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Where to Find the Tastiest Cheap Eats in Seville
So you’re in Seville, you love good food, but you’re on a budget. Well, you just may be in your ideal travel destination. You don’t have to look too hard to find cheap eats here in Seville. It’s a relatively economical place to dine out, and the tapas culture lends itself to sharing bites with […]
5 Best Tapas Bars in London (That Give Spain a Run For Its Money)
Spanish restaurants with tapas-style meals are taking the world by storm, and London is no exception. That’s because tapas are perfect for every occasion: they’re easy to share with friends, there are a variety of options even for the pickiest of diners, and, of course, they’re small enough to devour all by yourself. Here we […]
New Year’s Eve in Seville: Flamenco Shows, Galas, & More
Passionate Seville comes more alive than ever on the last night of the year. From cozy family celebrations at home to massive, all-out fiestas in the street, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Seville. Whether it’s your first time in the city or you’ve called the Andalusian capital home for years, we […]
Restaurants in Seville With a Special Menu For New Year’s Eve
This blog post was originally posted on December 4, 2015, and was updated on November 27, 2019. For sevillanos, one of the most important meals of the year takes place on December 31. Known as nochevieja in Spanish, New Year’s Eve is a time to cherish time spent with family along with plenty of good food and […]
Fall Fun: Things To Do In Seville In November
This blog post was originally posted on October 21, 2015 and was updated on October 2, 2019. It’s time to pack away your beach clothes and break out your most stylish coat. Fall has arrived in Seville! Now that the last heat wave of the year has finally passed, it’s time to settle in for […]
5 Spots for Tapas in Chueca that Locals Love
Going out for tapas in Chueca isn’t just a way to devour Madrid’s culture—it’s a way to honor the city’s history. Chueca’s tapas bar scene symbolizes what the neighborhood stands for: modernity, diversity, dedication to quality and continuous evolvement. In the 1970s, Chueca was considered a dangerous area that even the president of Madrid’s LGBTQ+ […]
Our Top 5 Picks for the Best Tortilla in San Sebastian
If you only eat one thing while here in Spain, be sure to make it a thick, gooey slice of tortilla de patatas. And there are many delicious places to enjoy tortilla in San Sebastian! With an ingredient list you can count on one hand that consists of mere pantry staples, the humble tortilla is […]
Unforgettable Evenings: Top Things to Do in Seville at Night
Once the sun goes down, Seville takes on an even more magical air. From the glowing streetlights illuminating winding cobblestone paths to the scent of orange blossoms permeating the evening air, nighttime in Seville brings out the city’s undeniable passion in full force. Whereas residents of most cities would be winding down for the day, sevillanos are […]
Where to Eat with Kids in Seville: Restaurant Picks & Kid-Friendly Spanish Foods
This blog post was originally posted on March 2, 2016, and was updated on November 24, 2018. Traveling with kids can be incredibly rewarding, but mealtime in a foreign country presents a unique set of challenges. Not only do you have to figure out where and when to eat, but you need to find a […]