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Madrid Part 1: Food, Transit, Hotels & a 3-Day Itinerary Beginning at Mercado de San Miguel

28 Comments / July 16, 2025 / Barbecue, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Dim Sum, Dumplings, Madrid, Mediterranean Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Spanish Food, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Long before Madrid became the dazzling capital we know today—buzzing with tapas bars, royal palaces, and sunset-lit rooftops—it was called Magerit, or “land of abundant water,” by the Moors. This poetic name hints at its origins: in 865 AD, Emir Muhammad I ordered a fortress to be built along the banks of the Manzanares River […]

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Gran Canaria: from Vegueta’s Charm in Las Palmas to an Epic Grilled Food Find

Leave a Comment / June 5, 2024 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Dessert, Duck, Gran Canaria, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Spanish Food, Steak, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Las Palmas, the capital of Gran Canaria, effortlessly charms with its lively yet laid-back island vibe. Unlike the bustling capitals we’re used to, it exudes a serene atmosphere even along the main roads. The cityscape is dotted with bright, light-colored houses, radiating cheerful energy. Palm trees sway everywhere, just as the city’s name suggests (“Las

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