A few weeks ago while browsing blogs, I came across a post by Christine in Spain and I thought about what I’d post but then got distracted by tapas, spending time with friends and the unexpected. And then late last week, I saw another blog with the same post and was reminded yet again about making a post. I’ve spent … Continue reading »
Temple Bar Food Market is a small little outdoor market every Saturday in Dublin. It’s a Foodie paradise serving ready to eat meals (Indian, Mexican, Savory pies, quiche…), cheese, meat, veggies, desserts and bread. Bring your appetite. Sarah and I made the mistake of having a delicious brunch right before strolling through the market. We … Continue reading »
I love to eat. I like to try new foods and I love trying new places. One of my favorite parts about traveling is the opportunity to sample the local cuisine and culinary fusions. Depending on where you are in the world, sampling the gastronomy can be exciting, adventurous and at times monotonous (Local Tanzanian food, delicious … Continue reading »
Everyone raves about Dublin, Ireland but for what ever reason Dublin was never high on my list of cities to visit, until I had a friend to visit. I’m the type of traveler that goes with my inner calling, which is often unexplainable and just a gut feeling (9 month wandering in Africa and now … Continue reading »
I’m a part of a travel social media network called Couchsurfing, where travelers can stay with locals as well as, meet locals and travelers alike in there new city or hometown. I love this community and the ability to meet locals, stay with locals and gain an insiders’ perspective where I’m visiting. My time in … Continue reading »
Lunch is the biggest meal of the day and is often eaten around 2-4pm. Most restaurants offer “menu del dia” (menu of the day) with a set price, typically around 9-12 Euro. The meal includes a starter dish such as salad or soup, a main entree and dessert. Sometimes it includes a drink and bread … Continue reading »
After the Flamenco show Friday night with couchsurfers, we planned to meet them in the barrio La Latina. When we arrived, we both realized we had no idea where the street or bar was. I assumed it would be obvious and Angelica would know where it was. We (thankfully) caught the last metro home! We … Continue reading »
I boarded a bus last Thursday at 3pm for a mini getaway to visit mi mejor amiga en Madrid, Angelica and to (finally) see Madrid. My first 2 days in Spain were spent in Madrid, delirious and taking care of essentials- getting money, buying a phone, figuring out the metro, going to the train and … Continue reading »
Tapas. Oh, How I love tapas! What are tapas? They are a small, personal appetizer you order. It’s an incredible way to try a variety of dishes and man, do I love trying new foods! They are available in almost every restaurant and cafes in Spain but what is offered, how much and if you … Continue reading »
I’ve been enjoying my slow pace of life in Roquetas and feeling better about not always having weekend plans. This freaked me out initially – Wondering, What am I going to do? (which is silly because I always have things I “could do.” I’m never bored.) It’s been nice being more relaxed and just see … Continue reading »
