Is Halloween a Thing in Cataluña?
Coming from the U.S., Halloween is and always has been my absolute favorite holiday. The countdown to October…
Lesser Known Catalan Wine Varietals You Must Get to Know
Spanish wines have top reputation already around the world, but lesser known Catalan Wine Varietals may just be the best among those sun-bathed grapes.
Summer “Festes Majors” & La Merce
Years before revisiting Spain as an adult, its reputation for the love fiesta had preceded itself. Have you been to Barcelona yet? Festes Majors, anyone?
Chiringuitos & Playa!
Imagine the sparkling aquamarine Mediterranean Sea… But there’s also something else fun and fascinating about these beaches: Chiringuitos!
Piquant Pintxos & Vermouth Culture
Join Marjorie on her mouth-watering journey through Spain, Vermouth included.
Calçotada! What the Heck Is That?
One of the best parts about living abroad is learning about a whole new calendar of cultural traditions… Talking about the calçotada now…
A Brief History of Catalonia for Expats
When moving to a new country, there is so much to learn about the culture, history, traditions, and customs, and it’s exciting…
How to Prepare a Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner While Living in Spain
When I first landed in Spain, I had hardly considered what it would be like to spend the holidays in my new land. I was so overcome with excitement, newness of the entire adventure.