Category Archives: Madrid

Botin is a historic restaurant located in Madrid, it is the world’s oldest continuously operating restaurant according to the Guinness World Records.  The official name of the restaurant is “Restaurante Sobrino de Botin”.  The restaurant has been in business since … Continue reading →

The Royal Palace of Madrid is known as the Palacio Real de Madrid.  The history of this palace relates all the way back to the 18th century.  It was built after a fire in the former Palace of the Alcazar … Continue reading →

Cocido Madrilèno is a stew with chickpeas, potatoes, sausages, and any other meat you’d like in a broth.  This dish is popular during the winter because it is a stew but, is served all year around.  Cocido Madrilèno has a … Continue reading →

Patatas bravas is a delicious traditional dish from Spain that is made up of potato cubes with a spicy tomato sauce and onions, garlic, chili pepper, and paprika. You will find patatas bravas at bars throughout Spain and this dish … Continue reading →

This dish is also known as croquettes and it is a very popular dish to eat in Madrid. These are a type of tapa, tapas are small portions of food that are often served as appetizers in Spain. Croquetas are … Continue reading →

Churros con (with) Chocolate stand as one of the most popular ‘sweet treats’ throughout all of Spain. Originating in Madrid, these churros are a combo of a pastry mix, cinnamon, and sugar, normally eaten for breakfast or as a snack. … Continue reading →

The Plaza Mayor stands as the center of the city of Madrid. The construction of the plaza dates back to Phillip III’s reign and has been rebuilt (due to fires) many times throughout its history. Throughout time, the plaza stood … Continue reading →

Professors and Students, welcome to Madrid! This blog intends to give you an insight into things you may see or do during your time in the city! This city’s many different historical and artistic aspects make it worth visiting. There … Continue reading →