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…
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My favorite beauty and hair salons in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
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…
Attending the Feria del Langostino in Sanlúcar
Last night I had the pleasure to attend the first-ever Feria del Langostino here in Sanlúcar de Barrameda. The event was put on by a collection of local businesses and organizations with the intent of showcasing two of Sanlúcar’s star products—wine and langostinos (King Prawns). Eight restaurants were chosen to participate in the fair and the…
Attending Carnaval in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
One of my favorite things about Sanlúcar de Barrameda is that we get the best of both worlds; in Cádiz you have carnaval, in Seville you have feria…but in Sanlúcar you have both! What exactly is carnaval (carnival in English)? Think of Mardi Gras and Halloween combined to create a hybrid super fiesta! It’s a hot mess of costumes,…
What you need to know about attending feria in Spain
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…
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…
Planning a wedding in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Our wedding in Sanlúcar de Barrameda was absolutely perfect! Javi and I are very lucky to have so many wonderful people in our lives, and we’d like to extend a big “Thank You” to everyone who was able to attend and all of you who sent well wishes! I also wanted to take this…
12 Things you should do in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Did you know Sanlúcar de Barrameda was the departure point of Christopher Columbus, Ferdinand Magellan and several Spanish conquistadores? This seaside city not only has fascinating history…you’ll get to enjoy tons of delicious seafood, beautiful sunsets, and fun activities too! Below you’ll find a list of my favorite things to do in Sanlúcar with family…
Where to see the best Flamenco performances in Sanlúcar de Barrameda
After attending my first feria in Sanlúcar de Barrameda I was determined to learn how to dance Sevillanas! Sevillanas is a type of folk music and dance which originated around the 15th century in Seville. Sometime in the 18th century it mixed with other Spanish dance forms acquiring its beautiful flamenco flare. In my quest to find a…
Don’t miss out on the Ruta del Mosto in Sanlúcar de Barrameda!
Sanlúcar de Barrameda is known as a summer destination by Spaniards and tourists alike, but one of my favorite events of the year happens in autumn—the Ruta del Mosto. What is the Ruta de Mosto? Starting in early November Sanlúcar’s Barrio Alto (uptown) is full of locals, live music, and wine! Mosto is a local wine that…