If there is an expression that defines social life in Spain, it is “irse de cañas.” This phrase, so common in conversations among friends, goes beyond just having a beer: it is a social ritual, a way to enjoy free time, and to keep social life active. MaestroMío is here to explain it: in this … Read more

Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, with millions of native speakers. Currently, more than 20 Spanish-speaking countries have Spanish as their official language, with Latin America being the region with the highest number of speakers. Its expansion began with Spanish colonization in the 15th and 16th centuries, spreading the … Read more

The Bonfires of Saint John (Hogueras de San Juan) are one of the oldest and most popular festivals in Spain, celebrated on the night of June 23rd to 24th. Their origin is tied to the summer solstice—the shortest night of the year—and the worship of fire as a symbol of purification and renewal. Although the … Read more

In Spain, gastronomy is a fundamental part of the culture, and within it, pinchos and tapas play a key role. Although they are often confused, they have distinct differences in their preparation and the way they are consumed. In this article, MaestroMío will explain what pinchos are and how they differ from tapas. While both … Read more

In Spain, gastronomy is a fundamental part of the culture, and within it, pinchos and tapas play a key role. Although they are often confused, they have distinct differences in their preparation and the way they are consumed. Source https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pincho Pinchos Pinchos (or pintxos in Basque) are small portions of food typically served on a … Read more

In the age of streaming and social media, talking about movies and series has become part of the viewing experience. We no longer just enjoy the story—we want to share our opinions, recommend, or critique what we’ve watched. However, sometimes it’s hard to find the right words to describe what we think or feel. In … Read more

Thinking of moving to Madrid? Maybe it’s for work, study, love… or just to see if that famous Madrid lifestyle is really as exciting as they say. Spoiler: it is. But it also comes with some challenges. Living in Spain’s capital city isn’t cheap — especially if you’re used to smaller towns — but it’s … Read more