by Katharina Giesler | Feb 21, 2018 | Castilla and Leon
The city of León, capital of the Castilla y León province, became the Gastronomic Capital of Spain on January 1, 2018. The city’s slogan ‘Manjar de Reyes’ (Food of Kings), recognizes the city’s historic connection with the Catholic monarchs Fernando de Aragón and...
by Katharina Giesler | Feb 14, 2018 | Spain generally
The traditional Spanish treat of ‘churros y chocolate’ is the perfect way to warm up during the cold winter months. Churros are similar to a fried doughnut, but long and thin and dusted in sugar – with an addictively crunchy and chewy texture. They are...
by Katharina Giesler | Feb 7, 2018 | Spain generally
Many visitors to Spain head straight to the coast, overlooking the fact that Spain is Europe’s second most mountainous country. This, combined with long hours of sunshine in the winter and great entertainment and after-ski activities, makes it a dream...
by Katharina Giesler | Jan 31, 2018 | Levante
Murcia is a city in southeastern Spain that is often overlooked by tourists – hard to believe considering all it has to offer. Besides a rich cultural heritage and many excellent museums, this region boasts over 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, which can be enjoyed in...
by Katharina Giesler | Jan 17, 2018 | Extremadura
Every January in Extremadura, residents fill the streets of Piornal, eager to punish Jarramplas. The fellow who plays this devil-like character wears a carefully padded suit beneath his costume of colorful fabric strips and a frightening mask – essential protection,...
