Vogue Fashion’s Night Out

Carmen — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 06:00:52 +0000

Once again, the Vogue Fashion Night Out returns to Madrid’s glamorous shopping district of Salamanca on Thursday, September 6 from 8pm until 12am filling the shops of major luxury brands that, otherwise, are directed exclusively to high net worth clients. But during those four hours, high and low profile guests can enjoy special offers on shopping and free

Frozen Finds: Smooy Authentic Frozen Yogurt

Cassie — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 08:00:20 +0000

There is no denying the frozen yogurt fad is making its way to Madrid. This past spring, Spanish fro-yo chain Smooy entered the scene and, as we found, it is a much welcomed addition.So far they have three shops scattered around the city with plans to open more soon. We visited the one located at

Frozen Finds: Gino Fuoli

Cassie — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 08:00:08 +0000

Making great ice cream runs in the family at Gino Fuoli where they have been churning it out since 1965. Named after the owner’s grandfather, this local shop continues to be a neighborhood favorite.Located at Calle Fuencarral, 149 (Metro Quevedo), they are open ten months of the year (February through November) and ten days over

Frozen Finds: Los Alpes

Cassie — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 08:00:07 +0000

Our frozen food tour leads us next to Moncloa’s Los Alpes on Calle Arcipreste de Hita, 6. Whether you find yourself in Parque del Oeste in need of something cool or catching a ride from the bus station, it is a convenient and delicious place to take a break. Unlike Palazzo, Los Alpes has only one location

Frozen Finds: Helados Palazzo

Cassie — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:00:32 +0000

With fourteen locations scattered across the city, chances are you have come across Palazzo before. Each outlet is recognizable by the statue of a friendly man with a mustache holding out an ice cream cone, enticing you to come in for a cool treat. As the temperatures continue to rise, his offer is becoming harder

Nómada Market: Slow Life Edition

Cassie — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 07:00:36 +0000

Nómada Market returns this weekend to the attic of Estación de Chamartín. Back in April, the theme focused around do-it-yourself projects and this month, it is all about “Slow Life.” With over 150 designers featuring everything from handmade jewelery to clothes to bags, you are almost certain to find something that catches your eye. You

Summer Bazaar at Saint George’s Church

Cassie — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 07:00:15 +0000

This Saturday, June 9, marks the annual Summer Bazaar at Saint George’s Church. The event begins @ 11am and continues until 3pm. As their biggest fundraiser for the year, you can expect plenty of things to buy, eat and drink, along with kid-friendly activities both inside and out. The raffle is the highlight of the day and will take place

Jazzed Up Pizza

Cassie — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 07:00:46 +0000

A few weeks ago we brought to you the story behind pizza joint PaPizza. There is no denying there is a demand for this grab-and-go option and today we bring you details on another city favorite, Pizza and Jazz. Over the past year, the co-owners have established two locations in prime spots. We visited the

La Mordida Brings a Taste of Mexico to Madrid

Cassie — Fri, 25 May 2012 07:00:37 +0000

With six locations scattered around Madrid, La Mordida is one of our city’s most popular stops for authentic Mexican food and drinks. The bar offers an extensive cocktail menu with everything from traditional margaritas and strawberry daiquiris to the popular Mexican blend of beer and spicy tomato juice, micheladas. From 5 to 8:30 in the evenings, all

Madrid’s Booziest Beer Fest

Cassie — Tue, 15 May 2012 08:25:23 +0000

This weekend (May 18, 19, 20) marks the inaugural Alimentos de Madrid y Cervezas Artesanal fair taking place at la Cámara Agraria de Madrid. Entrance is free but to sample the brews you must buy an official glass that can be continuously filled with over one hundred beers being showcased. For 5€ you receive the

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Vogue Fashion’s Night Out

Frozen Finds: Smooy Authentic Frozen Yogurt

Frozen Finds: Gino Fuoli

Frozen Finds: Los Alpes

Frozen Finds: Helados Palazzo

Nómada Market: Slow Life Edition

Summer Bazaar at Saint George’s Church

Jazzed Up Pizza

La Mordida Brings a Taste of Mexico to Madrid

Madrid’s Booziest Beer Fest