Brewing on the Costa del Sol – El Camaradu
Where: Nerja, Andalusia, Spain
On the second floor of a plaza on the northeastern edge of the coastal City of Nerja, Andalusia, lies a Spanish coffee roaster named El Camaradu.
As I arrived, I snapped a few photos of the patio;…
Cultivating One of the World’s Best Olive Oils – A Discussion with Oro Bailen
Where: Province of Jaén, Spain
“If you want good orange juice, you start with a good orange.” Edurne said to me while we sat in a classroom at Oro Bailen’s head office and olive grove in Villanueva de la Reina, a rural…
Roasted on the Coast of Spain — Madness Specialty Coffee
Where: Alicante, Spain
When I walked by the café the day before in Alicante, Spain, I sensed it was special. For starters, Madness Speciality Coffee was the first roasted coffee maker I had come across while in Spain for an entire…
A Mountain of Infusion — Welcome to Terraza Albayzin
“Does the pattern on the Coca-Cola sign have Arabic influence?” I asked Abdul.
He wasn’t sure but told me what he knew.
“The blue and white is an ancient Andalusian and Granada style. Ceramics from this region often use blue;…
The Flare of Spain on a Plate — Alfar Tierra Cocida
Southeast of Málaga’s Centro lies the Muelle Uno. Situated on a pier, the Muelle Uno presents a courteous blend of patio restaurants, retail outlets and a beautiful view of Málaga’s port. On the pier most Sundays, tables are…
Letting Your Art Unfold – The Story of Joffrey Lassiege
One of the draws to spending time in European cities is observing, interacting with, and appreciating the street performers and artists that are abound.
In Porto, Portugal, walking down the Rua Das Flores, only a few blocks from Rio…
The Story of MUD – A Handmade Portuguese Tale
That moment when you’re lost in thought, come to your senses, look to your left, and become awestruck with the presentation of a brand and its products on display.
That was me and the store was MUD (standing for Manufacture Under…