8 Best Hotels in Madrid For All Budgets (2020)
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
Narrowing down the best hotels in Madrid can be challenging. As of January 2020, Spain’s capital boasted more than 4,500 listings on booking.com alone. Considering that the number of annual international visitors to Madrid has increased almost every year since 2001, it’s not surprising. So if you’re lucky enough to come experience Madrid, don’t stress about wading through endless online listings. I’ve narrowed down my seven favourite hotels in Madrid. They’re listed here in order from most to least expensive. Plus, all are located in the historic centre basically 15 minutes’ walking di ..read more
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5 Best Tapas Bars on Calle Ponzano
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
If you want to eat tapas where the locals eat tapas in Madrid, Calle Ponzano is calling your name. You could think of Calle Ponzano as similar to Cava Baja in that it’s one of the most legendary streets for tapas in Madrid. But while Cava Baja draws its fair share of tourists due to its central location, Calle Ponzano is as local as it gets. Yoly getting ready to devour Calle Ponzano! Today, Yoly and I will show you five of our favourite tapas bars on this famous street in Chamberí. Some are as traditional as it gets; others are modern and cutting-edge. But the one thing these places ..read more
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Best Vegetarian Tapas in Madrid
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
Despite Spain’s deep obsession with jamón, finding the best vegetarian tapas in Madrid is as simple as walking into any neighbourhood tapas bar. Spain has gotten a bad rap in the past for being a difficult country for vegetarians. With so many dishes based around pork and seafood, it’s understandable. But some of the most classic tapas in Spanish cuisine are completely veggie-friendly—and they’re all available right here in Madrid. Today, nearly 8 percent of Spaniards self-identify as vegan or vegetarian. And while Spain has more vegetarian restaurants than ever, you have even more optio ..read more
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Mercado de San Miguel: Ultimate Eating & Drinking Guide
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
The Mercado de San Miguel is on every Madrid visitor’s to do list. And for good reason – it’s the home to an incredible array of Spanish food, it’s smack bang in the centre of Madrid, and it can be a hell of a fun place to visit. But stepping into the market can also be an overwhelming experience. It’s often packed to the gills, there’s so much choice (over two dozen stalls!), and not everything on offer is great (or Spanish). So in this Ultimate Guide to the Mercado San Miguel I want to give you the tips and tools you need to have an amazing and delicious experience. I also made a vi ..read more
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Where to Eat in Cordoba: My Top 5 Tapas Bars
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
Let’s face it: you’re probably in Cordoba to visit the mosque. And visit the mosque you must. It’s breathtaking. A true wonder of the world. But while you’re there, you need to eat well, right? Right! When I first visited Cordoba with Yoly in 2012 (I think), I didn’t expect the food to be so good. This is the home of the famous bull tail stew, delicious salmorejo, and a cheeky little sherry drink called a fitifiti. So, if you’re not sure where to eat in Cordoba, this video (which Yoly and I shot while there for Katie Stearns wedding) and the list below will set you on the right road. F ..read more
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Epic Off-The-Beaten-Path Madrid Tapas Tour
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
There’s nothing more madrileño than a tapas crawl. If you’re in one of the neighbourhoods outside the historic center, even better. The bars and restaurants in a place like Delicias, a modest, traditional barrio that’s just a 5–10 minute metro ride away from central Madrid, are where you’ll find the city’s true heart and soul. But if you’re new to Madrid, finding the authentic gems can be hard. With a bar on practically every corner, just narrowing down where to go can be a challenge in itself. Yoly and I did the hard work so you don’t have to. In the video below, we’ll take you on an o ..read more
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REAL Paella Valenciana Recipe
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
Always wondered what a REAL paella valenciana is like? Well, on New Year’s Eve, after a few drinks, a Valencian friend offered to come to my house and show me how to make one. I just had to supply the wine. I accepted, of course! In the video below we make a real paella valenciana in our patio. And below the video, I’ve included the recipe so you can make it at home! And if you’re in the US, and you need authentic paella ingredients or want to buy a paella pan or outdoor cooking kit like the one in the video, go to the La Tienda website. You can buy everything you need there and they del ..read more
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Perfect Tortilla de Patatas Recipe
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
The first tortilla I ever made wound up all over the floor (arg, the dreaded flip!). But practice makes perfect, and now I think I can turn out a pretty good Spanish omelette. So this is my recipe and process. INGREDIENTS 1 kilo of potatoes 7 eggs 1 onion Salt Olive oil A sense of adventure STEPS Start by peeling the potatoes. Then slice them into thin slices – about 1/2 cm each If you have time, I like to rinse the peeled potatoes under water to get the starch off and prevent them from sticking. Then leave them to dry (or pat them dry) Heat enough olive oil on a medium in the pan so ..read more
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11 Things You Should NOT Do In Spain
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
I get it. You’re coming to this country and hoping to get in sync with the locals. In short, you’re wondering what NOT to do in Spain. Well, I’ve been here since 2011 and in that time I’ve learned a thing or two about what you should – and shouldn’t – do in this country. And I’m laying it out for you. I hope this post and video helps you explore Spain a little more like a local! 11. Don’t go overboard on “please” and “thank you” I’ve gotten a lot of heat for this one in the comments section from Spanish viewers who think I meant that you don’t have to say “gracias” or “por favor ..read more
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7 Best Tapas Bars on Calle Cava Baja (VIDEO)
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by jamesblick78
4y ago
You’re coming to Madrid and you’ve heard you have to go for tapas on Calle Cava Baja. Totally! This short street in La Latina is tapas heaven. But there are 50 tapas bars in the short 300 metre stretch. And lots of them are average or worse. So how do you know which tapas bars on Cava Baja to go to? In this video Yoly and I hit 7 of our favourites to help you answer that very question! My Favourite Tapas Bars on Calle Cava Baja So where did we go? The list of tapas bars is below! 1. Taberna La Concha This small, family-run bar is the perfect spot to kick off your Calle Cava ..read more
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