My first feria experience was unforgettable; the beautiful dresses, horse carriages, decorative casetas, and festive atmosphere were mesmerizing! I was instantly enamored with this event and as soon as it ended I began counting down the days until the next feria began. Cities all over Spain have their own feria (annual festivals or fairs), but the ones in Andalusia…
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More than Traditional Tapas: 7 New Restaurants to try in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Sanlúcar de Barrameda is known throughout Andalucía for its delicious seafood and locally grown ingredients (can you say papas de arena?). If you find yourself craving something a little different however, there are some new “modern” restaurants popping up around town. You’ll get to enjoy a new twist on traditional tapas as well as a…
Everything you need to know about Lagos, Portugal
Lagos is about 4 hours driving from Sanlúcar de Barrameda and 3 hours from Sevilla. It’s home to some of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen (they’re definitely a fair rival to the Greek Isles) and it’s a great spot to party! You can take a bus from Seville to Lagos—it costs about €20 each way and the…
Plaza del Salvador
I love living in Barrio Santa Cruz because it is one of Sevilla’s most central neighborhoods. It’s in the middle of all the hustle and bustle of the city, however just turn down one of thesmall side streets and you’ll find yourself walking down a quaint and quiet cobbled road. One of my favorite spots to drink…
Casa Bigote: The Best Seafood in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
For the BEST and I mean BEST seafood you’ve got to go to Casa Bigote. Almost everyone you ask who has been to Sanlúcar will either have heard of Bigote, or have eaten there themselves…it’s that good! There are two options for eating at Casa Bigote; Bigote’s Taberna (barra) or the Casa Bigote Restaurant. The taberna…