Hanging in the Prado Museum of Madrid Spain is a famous painting by Diego Valazquez depicting the young Spanish princess Margarita Teresa and her royal court. The painting is entitled “Las Meninas” and was done in 1656 and today that painting has inspired Madrid’s local artists to fill the streets of the city with theirContinue reading “The Meninas of Madrid”
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Calle Cava Baja – A Street In Madrid For Tapas
One of my favorite spots for tapas and drinks in Madrid is along the Calle Cava Baja. Located just a short walk from Plaza Mayor and the San Miguel Market the Calle Cava Baja is lined with dozens of tapas bars all serving great food, drink, and ambience. The prices of the bars along CalleContinue reading “Calle Cava Baja – A Street In Madrid For Tapas”
The Reina Sophia Museum – Madrid
Madrid has two well known museums, The Prado Museum, and a lessor known but very interesting Reina Sophia Museum. I have been to the Prado on a previous trip to Madrid and this visit I made time to see the Reina Sophia. It’s a modern art museum with works of Picasso as well as others.Continue reading “The Reina Sophia Museum – Madrid”
Taberna Laredo – Madrid
Before I got to Madrid I had made a list of some restaurants I wanted to try. One on my list was the Taberna Laredo. Laredo is a modern Spanish restaurant with a great bar and delicious food. It’s located in a neighborhood that boasts several great restaurants but this trip I wanted to eatContinue reading “Taberna Laredo – Madrid”
Madrid – Sights Around the City
There is so much to see and experience in Madrid and I encourage everyone to visit this great city. Madrid is rich in history and culture. The beautiful architecture, wonderful food, and friendly people make Madrid one of my favorite cities and I will go back often. Oh, and did I mention the food? DeliciousContinue reading “Madrid – Sights Around the City”
Eating Pig Ears at Casa Toni – Madrid
Years ago I would give my dogs dried pig ears as a treat and they were crazy for them. I used to wonder why they would get so excited when I brought them home. As soon as I got to Madrid I decided to find out what all the fuss was about for myself. HAHA!Continue reading “Eating Pig Ears at Casa Toni – Madrid”
The Royal Palace of Madrid
The Palacio Real de Madrid, or Palace of Madrid, is home to the Spanish Royal Family. Located in central Madrid the Palace is still used today for state ceremonies and is open to the public. The Palace was completed around 1755 and boasts over 3,400 rooms. Admission is $11 euro and is well worth theContinue reading “The Royal Palace of Madrid”
Hotel Atlantico – Madrid
During this trip to Madrid I stayed at the Hotel Atlantico on the famous Calle Gran Via. Located in the heart of downtown Madrid close to shopping, sights, and restaurants the Atlantico could not have been in a more convenient location. Everything about my room was perfect too. It was large, very clean, and extremelyContinue reading “Hotel Atlantico – Madrid”
Bar La Campana – Madrid Spain
Madrid Spain is known for it’s fantastic food choices and one of my favorites is the bocadillos de calamares (calamari sandwiches). These sandwiches are popular with the locals and there are many restaurants and bars serving them around the city. I stopped in and ate at La Campana thanks to a recommendation I received. ItContinue reading “Bar La Campana – Madrid Spain”
The Market of San Miguel – Madrid
The Market of San Miguel in Madrid dates back to the early 1900’s and today is a modern setting to enjoy tapas and drinks with a great lively atmosphere. Locals and tourists move from stall to stall tasting the delicious foods and drinking Spanish beers, wines, and cocktails. One famous cocktail of this Madrid marketContinue reading “The Market of San Miguel – Madrid”
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