Category Archives: Madrid

Cafe Libertad 8, Madrid

Posted on August 11, 2011 by erinparker75

Cafe Libertad 8 in Madrid – go there. It’s in Chueca, which is definitely worth a wander. A bit of a history lesson: The cafe is over 100 years old, and served as a clandestine meeting place during the years … Continue reading →

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Retiro Park (MatadorU exercise)

Posted on August 8, 2011 by erinparker75

Retiro Park. It’s June, but not the June I’m used to. There are no lightning bugs. They always define summer for me, and something feels a bit off with none here. The air is tranquil, with a teasing breeze that … Continue reading →

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random things Madrileño style

Posted on June 20, 2011 by erinparker75

I’ve never been a big fan of paella. Because the key to a good paella lies all within the lemon. Lemon, folks! Citrus brings so much depth and flavor out of many dishes, why is it never served with paella … Continue reading →

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Mercado San Miguel

Posted on June 14, 2011 by erinparker75

An entire building devoted to pretty food? Count me in. The Mercado San Miguel is in this lovely glass building that sits like an ornate jewel near the Plaza Mayor. Inside, delicacies and delights beckon with sticky fingers and won’t … Continue reading →

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Slang I Teach the Kids

Posted on June 9, 2011 by erinparker75

Well the honeymoon phase is definitely over. Miguel the baby cries nonstop, which means I get an average of 4-5 hours of sleep per night. Cranky Pants. Both of us.

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Awkward Hands

Posted on June 7, 2011 by erinparker75
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random things Madrileño style

Posted on June 2, 2011 by erinparker75

a rare breakfast for me here. “You’re eating eggs for breakfast??” Alex asks me in disbelief. Ok guys. It isn’t THAT weird. Ever hear of a far away land called North, Central and South America? Yeah, that tiny speck on … Continue reading →

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Teaching English in Spain

Posted on May 31, 2011 by erinparker75

I came to Spain through a volunteer program called GeoVisions, where I live with a famiy and teach their children English 15 hours per week. They have six kids. SIX. Joder… But they make it look so easy! I’m baffled. … Continue reading →

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Maceira

Posted on May 28, 2011 by erinparker75

Today I drank wine out of a bowl. See? My new gorgeous Spanish friend Victoria took me to Maceira, an amazing Gallego restaurant in Huertas, where, in keeping with tradition, they serve your wine to you in bowls. I will be … Continue reading →

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random things Madrileño style

Posted on May 17, 2011 by erinparker75

Why is an alien telling me to stop?

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