Five Alternative Christmas Markets in Barcelona

If you'll be in Barcelona in December, keep your eyes open for unique Catalan Christmas decorations at the holiday markets!

This blog post was originally posted on December 11, 2014 and was updated on October 16, 2018. With tasty seasonal treats, beautiful handcrafted goods and a sense of holiday spirit permeating the air, it’s hard not to love Christmas markets. As Spain’s second-largest city and one of Europe’s most popular destinations, Barcelona itself has several […]

What to Pack for Seville: A Seasonal Guide

what to pack for Seville

From scorching summers to calm, mild winters and everything in between, there’s hardly a bad moment to visit Seville. But one thing on every traveler’s mind: What to pack for Seville? Andalusia’s passionate capital is famous for its pleasantly warm temperatures most of the year. No matter when you visit Seville, you’re bound to experience […]

Spanish Lentil Stew Recipe That Everyone Loves [Even The Grammas]

Bowl of lentil soup with chorizo and green pickled peppers

In recent years the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet has been recognized internationally. Check out this lentil stew recipe and add a touch of Spain to your kitchen. Olive oil is no longer bad for you, the fresh produce that abounds the markets makes for delicious and healthy home cooking, and even a small amount […]

The Ultimate Guide to the Winter Holidays in Seville

This blog post was originally posted on December 22, 2016, and was updated on December 14, 2017. When it comes to the Holiday season, we become absolute children all over again. With lights, presents, winter coats and delicious food, it really is the most wonderful time of the year! We’re strong believers that winter is one […]

8 Reasons to Visit Seville in Winter

This blog post was originally posted on November 17, 2015, and was updated on February 23, 2017. The days have gotten shorter, temperatures have dropped, and we’ve fished out our warm coats and wooly hats. It can only mean one thing – winter is here! A great way to chase away those winter blues is […]

What Winter’s Like in Seville

Seville during Seville

Considering a winter trip to Seville? It’s a lovely time of year to visit, especially if you prefer cooler weather and smaller crowds. Let us tell you a little about what winter’s like in Seville! Winter in Seville is not really like winter in other places. While it is considerably cooler than our summer months, […]

Beat The Cold With These Comfort Food Dishes in Seville

Dishes in Spain vary hugely from season to season, and when winter comes, it’s all about hearty food. These delicious comfort food dishes in Seville will keep the chill away this winter! When the weather is cold, we naturally adjust our diet accordingly. While summer calls for delicious salmorejo and tinto de verano by the river, […]

Our Favorite Cozy Cafes in Seville

Best cafés in Madrid

Although Seville is blessed with almost 300 days of clear skies a year and a wonderfully mild winter, there’s still enough of a chill in the air to need some warm spaces to curl up in in winter – and nothing beats a cozy cafe! Be it a rooftop terrace or a lively square, there are […]

Five Winter Terraces in Seville

Finding a nice, warm terrace to curl up on is essential for winters in Seville. We primarily live outside, even during the colder months, so anywhere with blankets and heaters is a go-to spot for us! In a city as beautiful as Seville, who wouldn’t want to spend all their time outside? With all the picturesque […]