Spanish Cuisine Archives

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Apetit’Oh – Authentic Spanish Cooking Classes in Madrid

Save 10% on Apetit’Oh Classes and 5€ on Citylife’s Meet & Cook Events Spanish food is fun and delicious! Mealtime traditions in Spain revolve heavily around socialising and sharing, whether it’s savoury tapas plates and yummy sweets to huge, traditional meals.…

San Isidro Kitchen – Rosquillas listas

If you are in Madrid for the weekend of San Isidro, there is no doubt you will pass by these delicious delicacies while taking a stroll down the festive streets. Rosquillas are a popular Spanish pastry traditionally eaten in May…

The Spanish Kitchen: How to Make Tortilla de Patatas

Welcome to Citylife’s Spanish Kitchen, where we help you recreate the traditional flavours of Spanish dishes no matter where you are in the world! So, Brits, put away the beans and bacon. Swedes, give the meatballs a rest, and Dutchies,…

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Delicious Christmas Desserts from Spain

The holiday season is the time of eating delicious food with the ones you love – especially all those delicious sweets! The Spanish love their sugar and Christmas time brings out the most delicious recipes within each family. For the next…

6 Spanish Soups You MUST Try This Winter!

Lets face it, Spain isn’t all that cold in the winter. But, that doesn’t mean that you can’t indulge in the traditional, warm, comfort food of the Spanish. You might notice as you walk through the streets, despite the chilly…

How to Order Coffee in Spain – Our Beginners Guide!

Knowing how to order coffee in Spain is an essential part of daily life when living here! Whether you’re on the go or have time to sit and enjoy a coffee in a local café, it’s essential to learn the…

11 Classic Spanish Cocktails and How to Make Them

When people think of Spain they think of warm weather, a passionate language and rich culture. But those who know Spain, will also know that the Spanish love their cocktails. Nothing beats sipping on one of the many Spanish alcoholic…

The Spanish Kitchen: How to Make Flan De Fresa

Spain’s summer heat can get intense, and when it does, locals know exactly how to cool down: with something fresh, sweet, and straight from the fridge. While the classic flan is already a Spanish favourite, flan de fresa adds a…

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Traditional Easter Food in Spain

There are many Spanish traditions that come along with Easter. Throughout Semana Santa, locals relish with religious festivities, traditions, and family gatherings. But let’s not forget one of the most important aspects of celebration – Food! After a seemingly endless…

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Spanish Kitchen: La Mona de Pascua

Now that Semana Santa is in full swing, it’s the perfect time for you to test those baking skills and prepare one of España’s most popular dishes this season! La Mona de Pascua is the official dessert of Semana Santa. Every year,…

The Spanish Kitchen: Gambas al Ajillo

It’s great to go out for tapas at places like Inclan or Rosi la Loca, but it’s even better to make them yourself! After all, nothing tastes better than your own creations, especially if you have us to help you.…

The Spanish Kitchen: Pan con Tomate

Desayuno or breakfast is known to be the smallest meal of the day in Spain. The most typical of Spanish breakfasts you will ever encounter is so simple, yet so delicious: Pan con Tomate. That’s right, bread with tomato. What makes it…

The Spanish Kitchen: How to Make Paella

Integrating into a new culture is probably one of the most important and fun parts of living abroad, and part of that integration is familiarizing yourself with the cuisine. Whether you’re preparing for your stay abroad, savouring the memories of…

14 Vegan & Vegetarian Tapas – The Ultimate Guide

Looking for something new to try during your time in Spain? Try these Vegan Spanish Tapas and Vegetarian Tapas. In each city you visit, the tapas will vary in each place, so there are lots to explore! While Spanish tapas are…

What are Spanish Tapas and Where did They Come From?

If you think about the gastronomy of Spain, you probably think of one thing in particular: tapas. Tapas are an integral part of the Spanish culture, as they combine delicious food and spending time with friends into one. The tapas…

How to Order Beer in Spain – Everything you Need to Know

There are a lot of aspects that make up a country’s culture – one of them being food and drink. If you’re visiting Spain you will quickly discover how much Spaniards love their beer and just how big of role…

Classic Tapas for Newcomers to Spain

Tapas are a long standing tradition in Spain, with recipes and dishes that reflect each region in which they came from. Once you’ve spent some time in Spain, you begin to wonder how you ever lived without Tapas. Rather than eating one…

The Spanish Kitchen: Mantecados

If you haven’t had a chance to stop by your local bakery or any of the Christmas markets around the city, then you’re really missing out! December in Madrid is the best time of year for delicious sweets, pastries, cakes and other…

Gazpacho vs Salmorejo: What’s the Difference?

Everyone’s heard of gazpacho, but what you might realise upon visiting Spain is that this famous “soup” has a rival which is equally popular among the locals. This rival is based on similar ingredients but varies in preparation, taste and…

Beginner’s Guide to Lunch in Spain

In Spain, we eat lunch much later in the day than most other cultures, that is, between the hours of 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. If you’re an international student, you may be used to eating lunch much earlier in…

Beginner’s Guide to Breakfast in Spain

Breakfast, or desayuno, in Spain might be very different from what you might be typically used to. Breakfast in most European countries verges on the smaller side. Unlike the classic breakfasts from the UK or North America, The Spanish don’t…