Advice from one traveler to another
Sanlúcar de Barrameda is Spain’s 2022 gastronomic capital…so we should expect the city to have stellar breakfast and brunch options too, right? Personally, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day, and I’d be lying if I said we didn’t go out for breakfast or brunch in Sanlúcar at least once a week. 🍳🥓 Some…
The horse races in Sanlúcar are back and better than ever! During the height of the pandemic this annual event was put on hold, but now it’s back in full swing and I couldn’t be happier. There are two race cycles during the month of August, and each one lasts 3 days. The cycles take…
Three words come to mind when describing Sanlúcar de Barrameda: bueno, bonito y barato—good, beautiful and cheap! 😉 I moved to Sanlúcar over 10 years ago, and this post contains my go-to list of free activities for when family and friends come to visit. If you’ve got any suggestions on other activities I should add to my…
“Am I brave, or just insane?” I thought to myself as I hauled my 20-month-old son up the side of a cliff in Tarifa at midnight. We were walking back to our amazing rental and the “10 minute walk to the center” advertised on the website seemed to be more of a hike than I’d…
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Pasarela Flamenca in Jerez de la Frontera. The event takes place mid-February every year at the beautiful González Byass Bodega (Tío Pepe). Over 14,000 people attend the Pasarela Flamenca from Thursday to Sunday; it’s ideal for anyone looking to learn more about flamenco culture and the local…
With 13 month-old-twins, Javi and I are looking for “easy” travel destinations these days; places that are a short drive away, feature flat landscape (i.e. stroller-friendly), and have outdoor attractions to see. Luckily we live in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, which means there are lots of great places nearby. We decided to book a few nights…
This August we celebrated Leo and Noa’s first birthday. I was excited to host a “Wild One” party for the twins—complete with safari-themed dishes, decor and of course a smash cake inspired by photos I’d seen on Pinterest. However, things like highchair garland are not easily attainable in Spain…so there were a few DIY (do it…
As we near the twin’s first birthday I wanted to take a moment to look back on the products that helped Javi and I maintain our sanity these past 12 months. 😆 Living in Spain means I don’t have easy-access to the familiar U.S. baby brands I’m accustomed to, but fear not—there are lots of great…
Spain’s borders opened to international travelers this June and you best believe my parents were on the first flight out. Although we were excited they could finally visit us (and the babies) after months of waiting, the requirements for U.S. travelers going to and from Spain are confusing. That being said, they are much more lenient…
As Spain begins to open its doors to tourists once again, some of my favorite restaurants in Sanlúcar de Barrameda are opening their doors too! Most people have heard about the classics like Casa Bigote, Barbiana and Casa Balbino…but Sanlúcar’s gastronomic scene offers a plethora of delicious destinations. Below you’ll find 10 restaurants (in no particular…
Want to know where to get your hair, nails and eyebrows done in Sanlúcar? Allow me to share some recommendations. 😉 I’ve lived in Sanlúcar de Barrameda for 10 years and below you’ll find a list of my favorite stylists and estheticians in town (in no particular order). I love getting treatments at the following businesses…
Bringing life into the world is a beautiful experience…but it’s also slightly terrifying, especially for first-time moms. Dealing with a high-risk pregnancy in a foreign country, without my family, and during a global pandemic was stressful to say the least. Despite my fears I never doubted the quality of Spain’s healthcare system and public hospitals….