Let’s talk about social class in Spain. This morning I read an article in La Vanguardia about los pijos. And it made me consider the social class issue.
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Poblenou – industrial chic in an up-and-coming Barcelona neighborhood
Weekday mornings, I walk my wife Morena to work. Her office is in Poblenou, in a small building next to one of the new apartment towers. It looks
Valencia, Spain – fun facts, tourism and the Holy Grail
Beautiful Valencia! This is Spain’s third-largest city. And I’ve been here several times now. The first time was with my dad, about 20 years ago – how time flies.
Toledo, Spain – tourism in Spain’s (former) medieval capital
I’m in Toledo. This was once the capital of Spain, and it’s been many years since I was last here. It’s beautiful. A nearly-perfect medieval town, and just
32 Reasons Why I Love Spain – an open letter
Dear Spain, I know our relationship has had its ups and downs. You have your problems and I have mine. Neither of us is perfect. And I admit
Spain’s Christmas Lottery has locals (and tourists) reaching for their wallets
The lottery is a tax on those who don’t understand mathematics. Or at least so they say. And there is no greater demonstration of this quote than the
American Ignorance: How Much do Americans Know about Spain?
How much does your average American know about Spain? Probably very little. So are Americans all ignorant? Well, that’s a longer story, which I’ll tell here. Let me
The 10 Best Spanish Foods – my favorites from Spanish cuisine
Looking for the best Spanish foods to try on your next trip? Well, look no further… I’ve tried it all. (Basically.) Thing is, I came to Spanish food
Dating a Spanish girl: 7 things you should know
Considering dating a Spanish girl? Okay. I respect that. But there are a few things you should know before you start. I’ve written before about the benefits of dating
Dear Spain: Please stop ruining international cuisine
Thinking of making a paella this weekend? Considering adding some chorizo to that paella? “Burn, heretic!” At least, that’s what a lot of Spanish people would say. I
