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Ice Cream Experiments in Valencia
by Olivia Elson on Monday, August 23, 2010
Bored of the usual strawberry, chocolate and vanilla? Then head to Plaza de la Reina in Valencia, where you can try some far more outlandish flavours, including garlic gazpacho or tortilla chips!The Llinares brothers,… more »
Watch Out!
by Laura Ellis on Monday, August 23, 2010
Fresh from mountains of controversy regarding the banning of bullfighting in Catalonia, as well the injuries encountered at San Fermines, it seems that more problems are occuring in the Spanish world, not a good sign… more »
Spanish Bullfights - Vocab and everything you need to know
by Kimberly on Tuesday, August 17, 2010
The Spanish bull - a Spanish symbol and important cultural tradition? So, you saw or are going to see an encierro, or running of the bulls, and a bullfight. If you are anything like me, you will or have a lot of… more »
The DELE Exam Is It For Me?
by Olivia Elson on Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Various articles have been published this summer about the increasing popularity of the DELE exam, with new centres springing up all over Spain, so I thought it would be useful to outline exactly what it involves and… more »
The Clegg Family Enjoy a Spanish Retreat in Castilla y León
by Olivia Elson on Tuesday, August 10, 2010
This week the UK's deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, has been holidaying in Olmedo, an area in the province of Valladolid. It is located a little over an hour away from Salamanca, in the autonomous region Castile… more »
Phrases for Surviving in Spain
by Laura Ellis on Monday, August 9, 2010
Heading out on holiday to Spain sometime soon, for festivals or simply a break from everyday life?Here are some handy phrases to keep you going:Me llamo - My name isHablo inglés/un poco español - I speak… more »
Huelga "Strike"
by Laura Ellis on Monday, August 9, 2010
One of the main problems facing Spain at the moment is that of the economy. With unemployement on the rise, it surely makes sense that wages are being cut in an attempt to save jobs, however those on the receiving end… more »
Andalusia Makes Preparations for Climate Change
by Olivia on Friday, August 6, 2010
So as temperatures continue to rise across Spain, and people race for the beaches and pools, it seems like the perfect time to consider what the longer-term effects of these sizzling days might be.Indeed, this is… more »
A candid interview with Penelope Cruz
by Kimberly on Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Penelope Cruz is one of the most famous Spanish actresses known around the world. In 2009 she became the first Spaniard to ever win an Oscar for her role as tempestuous artist Maria Elena in Woody Allen's romantic… more »
Easy ways to start learning Spanish
by Laura Ellis on Tuesday, August 3, 2010
In the initial stages of learning Spanish, I remember most definitely the fear incited as I was presented with books and newspapersclearly filled with words I didn't and wouldn't understand. However, thanks to… more »
The Golden Girls - "Las Chicas de Oro"
by Kimberly on Friday, July 30, 2010
Spain is launching its own version of the hit American series "The Golden Girls." It will be called "Las Chicas de Oro" and is being produced by Disney Media Networks and Latin World Entertainment.… more »
The End of an Era
by Laura Ellis on Thursday, July 29, 2010
So a historic change has taken place, and the government of Catalonia has voted to end bull-fighting in their region. Is this an example of seemingly 'anti-Spanish' behavior?Always a controversial… more »
Barcelona hosts global medical triumph
by Olivia on Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Yesterday, a 31 year-old Spanish man appeared before the press in Barcelona having undergone the world's first full-face transplant. He thanked the surgeons for their work and the opportunity to enjoy life… more »
Some Spanish slang...
by Erin on Monday, July 26, 2010
These slang expressions were originally published in our monthly newsletter.Get Spanish culture, slang, recipes and much more delivered each month to your inbox. Sign up for the monthly newsletter!Or read up our past… more »
The great Mosque of Cordoba Mosque & a new Spanish Coin
by Kimberly on Friday, July 23, 2010
The Córdoba Mezquita dates back to the 10th century when it was under Abd ar-Rahman, one of the greatest rulers of Islamic History. At that time, most of southern Spain had been conquested by the Arabs, and the… more »