Category Archives: Travel

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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Cheyne Stepanski Photography

Posted on June 13, 2011 by erinparker75

Pardon me, but I just have to brag a bit on the talents of my bestie and one of my most favorite people in the entire world – the amazing and talented photographer, Cheyne Stepanski, ladies and gentlemen! He lives … Continue reading →

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Awkward Hands

Posted on June 7, 2011 by erinparker75
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Shrimp

Posted on June 4, 2011 by erinparker75

(MatadorU Assignment 2.1) Lana shifts next to me and opens her phone. “10AM”. Quickly she snaps it shut, an implication that it is too early to rise. She’s right. It’s Saturday morning in Madrid and we’re nursing wicked hangovers. Four … Continue reading →

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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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Barcelona – dia segunda

Posted on May 24, 2011 by erinparker75

Due to our return home as the sun was rising, we sleep until 12. Lame. I hate wasting a perfectly good day. Not only do we sleep late, but we linger in bed watching Happy Thank You More Please. The … Continue reading →

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Barcelona – dia uno

Posted on May 23, 2011 by erinparker75

I get to Barcelona Saturday morning after sitting upright in a train all night. No fun! The luminous Chelsea Neville fixes me coffee and breakfast. A real breakfast! With eggs and spinach and onions and toast. Never underestimate the power of … Continue reading →

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