My abroad experience in Barcelona was the most exciting, adventurous, and influential two and a half months of my life. Though my program was unfortunately cut short due to the Coronavirus pandemic sweeping the world, I am aware of how privileged I was in the first place to even have a semester in Europe. IContinue reading “Experience of a Lifetime”
Category Archives: CATALAN CULTURE
International and Local Catalan News
La Vanguardia strives to be a neutral local news source for Barcelona residents International News: https://www.lavanguardia.com/internacional/20200218/473646236235/legionarios-de-cristo-comprar-victima-abusos-sexuales.html This article is an example of how an international news story is reported on within a Catalan newspaper, the La Vanguardia. The issue is centered around Vatican City, Rome, as it is mainly dealing with the scandal of childContinue reading “International and Local Catalan News”
A Blissful Monday in Seville
Seville, Spain I had not planned to spend any time in Seville on my journey home from Morocco, besides maybe an hour or so in its airport. However, the bus transporting me from Cadiz to Seville had been involved in a significant traffic delay, and thus, my flight that I had already been anxiously scramblingContinue reading “A Blissful Monday in Seville”
A Virus Kicked Me Out of Spain
Departure from Barcelona *DING* *DING* Isabel’s phone startlingly chirped, interrupting our intimate dinner party of four at La Flauta, which had quickly become our favorite neighborhood tapas spot. She glanced at her phone, set it face down on the table, and then instantly reached for it again as if she had not processed what sheContinue reading “A Virus Kicked Me Out of Spain”
POLITICS: Catalunya en Comú-Podem
This left-wing political party, translating to “Catalonia in Common” was founded in 2016, but had its first public event in Barcelona in January 2017. The party is supported by Initiative for Catalonia Greens (ICV), United and Alternative Left (EUiA), Barcelona en Comu (BComu), and Equo. The spokesperson is Xavier Domenech and Ada Colau is theContinue reading “POLITICS: Catalunya en Comú-Podem”
Crema Catalana
This indulgent dessert of Catalunya is more than just a look-alike Crème brûlée; commonly called Crema de Sant Josep, it is a dessert traditionally served on the 19th of March in Spain, for the festivity of Saint Joseph. Its origin is both ancient and legendary, as the creation of this sweet treat was originally aContinue reading “Crema Catalana”
Pan Con Tomate
Pan con tomate is more than a simple recipe, culinary technique or custom, as the gesture of rubbing tomato on a piece of bread can actually be understood as a sign of Catalan identity. The origins of this dish are often traced back to bread with olive oil, inherited from the Greek, but later transformedContinue reading “Pan Con Tomate”
Mercado de Santa Caterina
For my Spanish class, I had the pleasure of venturing to Mercado de Santa Caterina, one of the more local and authentic food markets in Barcelona. While there, I practiced my Spanish and spoke with the local vendors about their products, pricing, history as a vendor and much more. This little marvel market is locatedContinue reading “Mercado de Santa Caterina”
Plaça d’Isidre Nonell
On my very last day in Barcelona, I decided to pay a visit to Plaça d’Isidre Nonell, the square home to El Món Neix en Cada Besada. This mural, which translates to The World Begins With Every Kiss, was designed by Joan Fontcuberta and is an iconic piece of Barcelona street art. It was aContinue reading “Plaça d’Isidre Nonell”
La Barceloneta
La Barceloneta quickly became one of my favorite spots in all of Barcelona during my time abroad. I would utilize any excuse to travel to the area, including but not limited to: breaks in between class, weekends, nights out, and dining experiences. However, this area doesn’t just hold a beautiful and vibrant beachfront, but alsoContinue reading “La Barceloneta”
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