I just got back from the Moroccan butcher, who took the time to explain to me, in some detail, the preparation and eventual flavour of grilled bull testicles.
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Economic Crisis in Spain – Scenes from Spanish Austerity
There’s a lot I could say about the economic crisis in Spain. I’ve been searching the web for English-language blogs about Spain for years, and have only managed
Austerity Pro Tip #1: Get Enough Protein
If you find yourself staring hungrily at your neighbor’s dog, it’s a sign that you need more protein in your diet. Do not I repeat DO NOT give
5 Reasons Why Living in Madrid is Awesome
Life has been pretty difficult here in Spain for the last few years. Our 25% unemployment rate is not making many people optimistic about the future, and the
The Grape Harvest, El Molar, Spain
This is September, during the grape harvest. El Molar is pretty nice – it has some bodegas up on the top of the hill where they make bad
The 6 sweetest words in the English teacher’s vocabulary
Today there’s a Metro strike in Madrid, and I spent nearly two hours walking to class. I could have taken the Metro anyway, because the government mandates a
Monthly Farmers’ Market, Casa de Campo, Madrid
Heads up, everyone! There’s a great new event happening the first Saturday of every month in Casa de Campo, right here in Madrid: a farmer’s market organized by
Summer is Coming to Madrid – 6 Things I’m excited about this summer
Spending the summer in Madrid? It should be fun. Read on to find out more… Yes, folks, summer is on its way. The eternal debate, however, still rages
Casa en huelga, Madrid, Spain
Casa en huelga, 29 Marzo, Madrid, España. This is my old neighborhood – Puente de Vallecas. Not the most exciting part of the city. This was the day of
Spring in Casa de Campo, Madrid
It’s spring in Casa de Campo – Madrid’s most natural park. And the good news is that the whole park is basically right in the middle of the
