The traditional flamenco dress is mainly worn at Andalusian Festivals. The Spanish are a lively lot and enjoy celebrating at parties, fiestas, ferias and even some weddings. The main festivals in Andalusia concentrate around Spring and Summer. I’ve visited quite a few different ferias over the …
Just before Christmas I was invited to be interviewed by The Expat Chat this podcast is all about expat life and travel. This podcast and magazine are based in Australia, they share the stories of those who live their dream life overseas for a fraction of the cost. This …
Street Food in Spain Street Food in Spain is not so common as eating well is an important part of Spanish life. In this part of the world great pride is taken in selecting local produce. Local also stick to seasonal dishes. Eating on the street …
Last Autumn I visited Girona, an historic town, North of Barcelona. Although I´d actually been there before on a short visit, I hadn´t seen much of the place.This time I would be staying for a weekend and hope to discover its catalan charm in more depth. …
Mojito although it is not a Spanish drink it is a popular order on long summer nights. In the evening there´s nothing nicer that finding a cool outdoor terrace or beach bar to enjoy the cool breeze after a long hot day. Sipping on a freshly made …
Local produce and Crafts The No.1 question I´m asked is how to get Alhambra tickets. However the next most popular question is What is a typical souvenir from Granada or Andalusia? Personally I prefer to recommend things that I would really appreciate if I wasback in the UK. I also think it´s important to …
Spain questions Do you have any Spain questions for me? Often you write to ask me questions about Spain covering everything and anything under the Spanish Sun. Some come via email or in the comments on my blog. Or even on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. To make it …
Burbu isn´t exactly typical Spanish. Sometimes I have a craving for something a little different. Last week I got an invitation to try out Burbu Bar at Calle Mesones 50, Granada. This café/restaurant is on one of the most commercial streets in Granada, just below Bib Rambla Square. It …
Sunday Brunch is a handy meal for the weekend You know how it is, you go out on Saturday for a drink with friends, it gets late. On Sunday you wake up late and it´s hard to get going. Sunday Brunch 11am. Perhaps it´s a little …
Tablate is on the way to Lanjaron…South of Granada, just off the motorway. You may have seen a road sign saying ´Ruta Pintoresca´ as you head towards the Alpujarra. As you drive from the motorway exit and take the road to the Alpujarra, (signs for Lanjaron) …