The countdown to the New Year is something special in Spain. Every 31 December, the main clocks in the big cities mark the last 12 seconds of the year with the famous ‘campanadas’ (chimes). But before toasting, it is necessary to eat the 12 grapes! What is this tradition? It is a popular custom in … Read more

Did you know you can say “bonito,” “hermoso,” or “bello” and mean pretty much the same thing? Or that the opposite of “rápido” isn’t just “lento”? Spanish is full of different ways to say the same idea… or its opposite. And that’s exactly what synonyms and antonyms are for.MaestroMío is here to explain it to … Read more

Who said studying Spanish had to be boring? At MaestroMío, we believe music is one of the best ways to learn a language: it improves your vocabulary, sharpens your listening skills, and most importantly… you have a great time! Today we bring you a list of Spanish songs (yes, from Spain) that have not only … Read more

Did you know that in Spain there are almost as many desserts as there are festivals? We’re talking about sweets with centuries of history, recipes passed down from grandmothers, treats you only eat at Easter or Christmas… and many with names that’ll make you smile! You won’t find recipes here (we’ll save that for another … Read more

Every culture has its own traditions, and what is completely normal for some can seem… quite curious to others. Spain is no exception: from its schedules to the way people socialize, there are customs that may appear strange to foreigners but are part of everyday life for Spaniards. In this MaestroMío article you’ll find some … Read more