Cold Weather Means Churros Con Chocolate in Barcelona
As fall arrives and the cold weather creeps in, people throughout Spain stand in line at the neighborhood churrerĂa. While living in Barcelona, I came to appreciate these fried treats, that mark the change in seasons and quickly learned that it’s never a bad time for churros. I’ve had them...
Spain Bucket List: 11 Unusual Things to do Before You Die
Spain is one of the largest countries in Europe with each region and city unique from the next. The culture, food, beaches, and architecture are just a few reasons visitors are drawn to the country year after year. This Spain bucket list isn’t like the rest. It’s for those...
10 Travel Bloggers Share Their Most Memorable Food Experience Abroad
Most travelers have had a special moment with food that they will never forget. Maybe it was an extravagant dinner at a world renowned restaurant, or the simplest of dishes in the streets of Israel. An unforgettable dish can surprise us when we least expect it. 10 travel bloggers...
Thanksgiving in Hawaii: Locals Celebrate With a Mix of Cultures
Thanksgiving in Hawaii is celebrated unlike anywhere else. The holiday is one of the few special occasions where the entire extended family gathers to ‘talk story’ and eat some amazing food. There are so many different cultures present in Hawaii and that diversity is also reflected in the food...
32 Things I Miss About Hawaii, and 3 Things I Don’t
Hawaii will always be my home. It’s where I grew up, made my first friends, went to high school, and therefore remains a significant part of my complex cultural identity. I can’t believe it’s been so long, but I left Hawaii over seven years ago! I’ve been back for...
Catalan Autumn Traditions: Mushrooms, Chestnuts and Sweet Wine
As the season begins to change in Barcelona, workers are getting ready to trim the normally lush trees that line the city streets. Although it may not be very cold yet, it’s autumn in Catalonia. As with every season, there are special cultural traditions that are about to be...