Madrid, February 5-7. 2024 Our pattern of daily rhythms from our last post continues as we move into our fifth week here in Madrid. We are settling into routines punctuated by errands and less by monuments, but are still encountering wonderful & surprising spaces and people. On Sunday we decide to walk from Chamberí down… Continue reading Settling In
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Toledo
29-30 January 2024 We had a great overnight trip overall to Toledo, though our initial impression was clouded by the crowds and the tacky tourist industry that dominates the town. I knew about the armor and the swords, but I wasn’t prepared for how almost every other store was selling medieval weaponry. They had silver… Continue reading Toledo
Tripea Restaurant
Madrid, 25 January 2024 Today was our highly anticipated meal at Tripea Restaurant. I had read about Tripea in a “38 Essential Madrid Restaurants” article and made a reservation in December. It not only sounded fun and unique, but is located just a block away from our apartment in the Vallehermoso Market. They have one… Continue reading Tripea Restaurant
Malasaña & Chueca
Madrid, 21 & 22 January 2024 We had a quiet day on Sunday after our lively romp in La Latina. We decided to stay local, so went for lunch at a neighborhood Asian restaurant. Miix Kitchen was a few blocks away. They advertise as Japanese, but also offer what I’d consider Chinese dishes. We shared… Continue reading Malasaña & Chueca
A Domestic Day
Madrid, January 15 2024 We awoke to a heavy rain so spent the morning at home doing laundry and cleaning. I’d made a reservation at a nearby local restaurant, Taberna Paula. By the time we set out at 1:30, the rain had ended. Not surprisingly, we were the first in the restaurant. “Peyote,” greeted us… Continue reading A Domestic Day
Mealtimes in Madrid
We start our day with grocery shopping. The kitchen has no provisions. Not even salt or pepper. This apartment is part of a rental company; it is not someone’s home. I guess the agency’s policy is to provide a clean slate, but it does make cooking a challenge. Recipes have to be simple with as few ingredients as possible. Past… Continue reading Mealtimes in Madrid
El Parque del Oeste
Madrid, 1/11/2024 Our first full day in Madrid was a treat! Rather than head down into the city center, we continued exploring our neighborhood (Chamberí) and environs. Part of the plan is keep moving and stay in the sun, so we headed for the nearby Western Park. The local news is lit up about the… Continue reading El Parque del Oeste
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