Recipe: Spanish gazpacho manchego
Gazpacho manchego is a classic Spanish stew. The chefs at Valencia’s new up-and-coming restaurant Cocleque have reinterpreted the dish with quail, chicken liver and mushrooms. Here is Cocleque’s recipe.
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7 art exhibitions in Spain worth traveling for in 2026
A wealth of acclaimed artists are showcased in paintings, sculptures, photography and installation art. The Spanish art scene is filled with exciting exhibitions in 2026 that I can’t wait to see.
Guide to Valencia: Culture, Mediterranean vibe and hip city vibe
Valencia is a wonderful mix of exciting architecture, art, green spaces and great food. Here you’ll find vibrant city life and relaxation on long stretches of sandy beaches.
Guide to El Cabanyal Valencia: Charming and cool fishing neighborhood
Colorful tiled facades, great tapas bars, art and its own beach. Valencia’s former fishing district is now a vibrant neighborhood where local traditions meet hip creativity.
Agua de Valencia recipe: Delicious drink with cava and freshly squeezed oranges
Agua de Valencia is a lovely Spanish drink with cava for summer cosy moments and garden parties. The refreshing drink originates from Valencia and consists of sweet, fresh oranges, bubbly cava and a little kick of gin and vodka.
Ruzafa: A day in Valencia’s hippest neighbourhood
Unleash your inner bohemian in Valencia’s multicultural Ruzafa district, where artists, hipsters and freaks gather. Here you can soak up the local atmosphere in pavement cafés and restaurants, shop for vintage finds and contemporary design and view art.
The hidden side of Benidorm: Escape the tourist traps and enjoy an active holiday in nature
Spain’s Manhattan is best known for mass tourism. However, you can easily avoid the tourists and enjoy a long weekend to nurture your body and soul in nature and silence.
9 sustainable experiences in Valencia
Sustainable natural, cultural and gastronomic experiences await in Valencia and its surroundings. Named European Green Capital in 2024, the city has a special ability to connect tradition with a green future.
Hop on the train for christmas getaway in the spanish cities
Go Christmas shopping in Barcelona, designer Christmas markets in Madrid, taste Valencia’s sweet Christmas treats, go ice skating in Zaragoza, immerse yourself in the Christmas gospel in Seville and see Málaga’s famous Christmas decorations. If you hop on the Spanish high-speed train, you can experience the magic of Christmas in several Spanish cities in one […]
Europe’s largest salt lake is pink and located in Torrevieja
Located in the Las Lagunas de la Mata y Torrevieja Natural Park, Torrevieja’s pink salt lake is not only a beautiful sight but also of great importance to the city. For generations, the pink lake has shaped the lives of Torrevieja’s inhabitants, nature and wine.