Crappy Catalan Christmas Traditions
Ever beat the shit out of a stick? Ever seen someone dropping a deuce in the nativity scene? If not, read on to find out all about these unique and memorable Catalan Christmas traditions...
The Joys and Challenges of Being an Immigrant
Moving to a foreign country can be one of life’s most challenging and rewarding experiences. The Joys and Challenges of Being an Immigrant is all about unfortunate language blunders, Kafkaesque bureaucracy, swimming out far from the shores of your comfort…
Top 5 Cheap and Cheerful Bars in Barcelona
Want to go out for drinks in Barcelona but on a tight budget? Then read on to discover where you can quaff artisanal cava, slurp Italian aperitivos, and have a selection of over 600 shots – all for pocket money…
5 Ways Moving to Spain Changes You
In January I’ll have been living in Barcelona for 5 years, so to celebrate I’m sharing five ways I’ve changed since moving to Spain - you might be able to relate to them, especially if you’re British or come from…
Spanish Tea Culture and The Arrival of the Kettle
Want to find out the shocking truth about tea in Spain? Discover the transformative effect of a kettle and how it sent shock waves through the Spanish office in this tongue-in-cheek article...
5 Ways to Feel More Autumnal and Celebrate Halloween Barcelona-style
Not feeling the autumn spirit yet with the summery weather we’re still having in Spain? Longing for those autumn feels after seeing everyone’s Instagram photos of pumpkin spice lattes on crisp autumn days and going mushroom picking? Well, today I’m…
Shitting Milks and Giving Pumpkins ㄧ Five Surprising and Humorous Spanish Expressions That’ll Make You Chuckle
Why do Spaniards kill worms when they’re hungry? Why should you give up your romantic hopes if the object of your affection gives you pumpkins? Why would you be excreting milk if your alarm clock didn’t go off? Find out…
10 Things You Should Know Before Travelling to Switzerland
Continuing with the Swiss-theme, this week’s blog post fills you in on 10 Things You Should Know Before Travelling to Switzerland! Find out why there’ll be no snuggling in bed and why Switzerland is a great place to be when…
How to Have a Very Swiss Weekend
Ever been to a cow festival? Wondering what a cow festival consists of? Read on to find out more in this amoo-sing article about cows, hikes and lots of cheese...
A-Z of Spain Part 2
In Part 2 of my A-Z of Spain, find out what “doing the bridge” means, what “sobremesa” is, and why Spain is a paradise for kids and grannies alike...
