12 Grapes of New Year´s Eve – Las doce uvas de la suerte
The tradition on eating 12 grapes in Spain goes back it is said, to a bumber harvest in the late
Read moreThe tradition on eating 12 grapes in Spain goes back it is said, to a bumber harvest in the late
Read moreMadrid wine legend Luke Darraccot gives us a festive wine guide to help us navigate the very long Spanish Christmas
Read moreSheila Stuart, Chairperson of the British Ladies Association Madrid, has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to
Read morePeter Besas, Author of Hidden Madrid explains how one Madrid Chistmas past things nearly didn´t go quite as they should…..
Read moreChris Webb of Spectrum IFA gives some seasonal advice. If you´re anything like me, you´ll be busy planning Christmas. Anything
Read moreHospital staff have thrown a heartwarming ‘graduation’ party for this baby boy who was born weighing only 500 grams and
Read moreOn 1 st October, Hastings School, a British and International School located in the centre of Madrid, officially opened the
Read moreI always had a penchant for entertaining so after graduating high school it made perfect sense to study accounting. Which,
Read moreGreat Britain tennis fans have been offered free tickets to support the GB Davis Cup Team final against Spain at
Read moreHello all !! So, it´s Winter, again, and I´m back in Madrid after all my travels.…time goes by so quickly!!
Read moreOn Sunday 10 and Monday 11 November 2019, the British Embassy in Madrid and Consulates across Spain marked the Armistice
Read moreFrom guau to woof: Micaela de la Maza on How to truly enjoy Madrid with your dog Madrid becomes an
Read moreSpanish basketball was quite literally on top of the world this past summer. At the end of a FIBA World
Read moreYou will all have seen that the EU has agreed the UK’s request for a further extension. This means that
Read moreDaniel Sloss, the London born, award-winning Scottish comedian makes his Madrid debut for a one night show on the 8th
Read moreThe minority government led by caretaker prime minister, Pedro Sanchez has announced that the remains of the former Caudillo of
Read moreCentral Madrid’s congestion took on an animal flavour on Sunday as it´s streets and avenues were taken over by thousands
Read moreSt George´s Church is looking to raise 2.000€ to renovate their children´s Godly Play room and to contribute to ongoing
Read moreAn open letter from the Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to UK nationals living in Spain In less than a month,
Read morePeter Besas, author of Hidden Madrid tells the story of one of the most iconic symbols of the capital. Since
Read moreKimberley Bailey talks to Rock´n ´ Roll Hall of Fame inducteee and Dire Straits co-founder John Illsley about his forthcoming
Read moreThe Autumn Years Autumn, or Fall as our literally minded American friends like to call it, is a wonderful time
Read moreUK Civil Aviation Authority launches full programme to support Thomas Cook customers in Spain Thomas Cook Group, including the UK
Read moreSecretary of State for Exiting the EU, Steven Barclay, met yesterday with members of three of the groups representing UK
Read moreSummer is over and it’s that time of year again, eagerly awaited or maybe dreaded… Yes, September is here –
Read moreThe new British Ambassador to Spain and Andorra, Hugh Elliott, met last week with members of three of the groups
Read moreKris Sinclair Christian takes a look at the Balenciega Exhibition showing at the Thyssen until 22nd September. ” When my
Read moreThe world’s largest sustainable fashion design competition – Redress Design Award – Hong Kong-based environmental charity, showcased 10 never-seen-before collections
Read moreThe UK government has announced that it will continue to uprate the UK State Pension paid to people living in
Read moreIn Madrid I found a sunlit square In which there stands a mighty bear And candidly I must declare That
Read moreUK nationals, in Spain, who may struggle to complete their residency applications will be helped by measures announced by the
Read moreTravelling to foreign countries can often be a great adventure – one that explores language,culture and food. But before setting
Read moreWhy Has the Spanish Economy Remained Strong This Year? The global economy has struggled in 2019. Quartz reports that 70%
Read moreRICARDO SANZ – THE LANGUAGE OF LIGHT SEEN THROUGH THE CREATIONS OF AN ROYAL PHOTOGRAPHER AT THE RETIRO. Kris Sinclair
Read moreHugh Elliott, a member of the UK’s Diplomatic Service since 1989, succeeds Simon Manley as Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Spain
Read moreFrom the 6th to 18th August, Madrid will be in full party mode, as the city celebrates its annual open-air
Read moreResident Madrid Metropolitan Chef of Chefs Catalina Brennan offers her Summer Special for our readers: We are now in full
Read moreThis summer has seen a huge number of companies in the travel and tourism industry make positive changes towards reducing
Read moreI leave my almost six years as HMA to Spain with a wealth of wonderful memories of this fantastic country.
Read moreThis week marked the centenary of the first non-stop flight from England to Spain with the pioneering pilot that carried
Read moreOperation Captura heats up for the summer. Suspected murderers, sex offenders and drugs traffickers are among just 11 fugitives left
Read moreThis month I am writing to you from Padstow, a small coastal fishing village in the beautiful county of Cornwall,
Read moreHidden Madrid The author Peter Besas whose widely acclaimed “Hidden Madrid ” series of books talks to the Madrid Metropolitan
Read moreLuke Darracott tells the Madrid Metropolitan how a bottle of Albariño changed his life forever. Back in March 2010, after
Read moreSee the horses, have a flutter and enjoy great slap-up dinners at the Hipódromo de la Zarzuela – a winner
Read moreAmy Shia takes a look at some of the best terrazas and rooftop bars and pools to enjoy in Madrid
Read moreSultan of soul-food Ryan Day went on American road trip; brings back best of USA in form of four hip
Read moreAccording to latest research HM Hospitales looks at ways to combat high blood pressure. High blood pressure is one of
Read moreMadrid Treasure Hunt Madrid´s original teambuilding company Madrid Adventures http://www.madridadventures.com Brings you this edition´s Madrid Treasure Hunt Win this magnificent hamper
Read moreChris Neil, President of the the English-Speaking Healthcare Association https://eshaspain.org/ outlines some sensible advice to avoiding heatstroke in Spain
Read moreCrowds gather in the baking Madrid heat as Gay Pride 2019 kicks off in the capital. The epicentre as ever,
Read moreA FIVE-DAY FEAST FOR THE EYES – REVIVING THE FOLKLORE FROM MADRID “The faithful seek him everywhere whilst the fair-sex
Read moreFather and son tax fugitives are finally behind bars after being captured in Spain and extradited to the UK. The £1
Read moreChris Webb of the The Spectrum IFA Group talks to the Madrid Metropolitan About: Common Investment Mistakes Failing to plan
Read moreMatador Gored In Las Ventas This is the moment a matador has his leg impaled by a huge bull’s horn
Read moreMadrid residents John Scott and Stewart Cusden are among six UK nationals named in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List Both
Read moreGastro Experiences with Catalina Brennan We are now in Spring! I love going to markets during this season, there’s an
Read moreSoak up the atmosphere on the historic Santiago Bernabéu tour BY ELLIOT PIGOTT Having grown up as the son of
Read moreHomesickness and extended work hours cannot stop OFWs from making better versions of themselves BY GEMMA MINDA ISO Every Saturday
Read moreDo you spend a lot of time at home? Do you cook? Are you a family person? Formal or laid
Read moreHotel rooms for Tottenham and Liverpool fans in Madrid for the Champions League final have reached astronomical prices with one
Read moreHM Hospitales set in a different model of private healthcare in Barcelona, that promotes a welfare large project based on
Read moreUS Stand Up Comedian Jim Gaffigan Comes To Madrid For One Night Only And Talks To The Madrid Metropolitan What
Read moreMadrid´s booming craft ale scene as been given a boost by the opening of La Latina´s newest tap room. David
Read moreIn most western countries the idea is becoming widespread that the young entering the workforce now will be the first
Read moreANNE’S SCHOOL – A SMALL SCHOOL WITH AN ENORMOUS HEART St Anne’s School is a small independently owned British school
Read moreEaster in Madrid – It may not have the crowds of Sevilla and Malaga but the solemn religious processions are
Read moreAn open letter from HMA Simon Manley to British citizens living in Spain I’m sure you have been following recent
Read moreAs part of our focus on highlighting new enterprises we take a look at the latest international start up to
Read moreAn anti Brexit rally in Madrid brought a few hundred people this Saturday to the Plaza Margaret Thatcher by the
Read moreReal Madrid’s striking mint-green third kit for next season has seemingly been leaked online. Website FootyHeadlines leaked photos of the
Read moreWith the forthcoming opening of Richmond Park School in Mirasierra, James Shallcross MBE talks about the educational challenges of today
Read moreOn March 17th we celebrate St Patrick’s Day, Ireland’s National Day. Irish people are very proud of our nation, of
Read moreHospital HM Montepríncipe has this unit after having proven its effectiveness in reference prestigious medical centers around the globe. The
Read moreRenowned Argentinian Singer Songwriter Returns to Madrid as part of his “Cercanías y Confidencias II ” Tour to promote his
Read moreCristiano Ronaldo is set to open a new state-of-the-art hair implant centre in Madrid and has named his WAG Georgina
Read moreMaybe it’s the after-effects of dry January, but the economic prospects for Spain don’t look as bright as they did
Read moreMarcelo’s actress WAG has hinted that the Brazilian could be on his way out of Real Madrid in a cryptic
Read moreMauro Icardi’s wife and agent Wanda Nara has increased rumours the Manchester United target could move to Real Madrid by
Read moreThe Spanish government has announced it will guarantee British residents’ rights even in the event of a no-deal in the
Read moreA Spanish right-wing group has used Adolf Hitler’s image in a campaign on the side of a bus that questions
Read moreI get up early, earlier than most. For generations, my mother’s side of the family has been genetically inclined to
Read moreMadrid´s newest metro station – Arroyo del Fresno – will be opened on the 23rd March – nearly 20 years
Read moreAn anti-capitalist artist has presented a huge perfumed wax works figure of the Spanish king at a contemporary art fair
Read moreAn Amazon worker has been arrested for a scam where pals ordered cheap products online and he then used his
Read moreSergio Ramos’ stunning TV-star WAG has wowed her online followers with this impressive kickboxing video of the Lara Croft lookalike
Read moreWhy and where in the underground network of Madrid’s metro system can you experience a spine-tingling shiver as your train
Read moreOn 15 February, the British Embassy in Madrid is holding the latest in its series of events for UK nationals
Read moreFor the average investor, deciding where to invest can be a complicated business. There are many factors and questions to
Read moreArgentinian film director and screen writer Alejo Flah talks to Abi Clark about about his latest film and life in
Read moreThe British Embassy in Madrid today issued a statement “to try and offer some reassurance” after recent “scare stories” that
Read moreMadrid´s flagship trade fair – FITUR ( International Tourism) has been further hit with the addition of Metro Line
Read more“Dear Simon, As you know our Chamber has represented the interests of bilateral trade between Spain and the United Kingdom
Read moreTHE U.K and Spain have agreed reciprocal rights for their citizens in each other´s respective countries. From 29th March
Read moreTaxis are back on strike in Madrid in their latest attempt to pressurise the government to reduce the number of VTCs in
Read moreOn 14 January, the Spanish government launched a new, dedicated section on the Moncloa website to inform UK and Spanish
Read moreVodafone´s woes continue with a further round of job cuts from its global workforce – this time in Spain. The
Read moreThe Taste Gallery in Plaza de San Miguel is the perfect for a great tapas lunch or more intimate
Read morePolar winds bring freezing temperatures to central Spain will be felt across the region and capital in the coming days
Read moreMadrid Resident Barry Walker Discovers Why El Escorial Is Worth A Visit Why is it that San Lorenzo de El
Read moreHello all!! Welcome to this new page, where you will find lots to do with food and great gastro
Read moreSpanish model and TV presenter Cristina Pedroche has wowed fans with a revealing angel costume during the live New Year´s
Read moreIN HM HOSPITALES WE ARE WELL AWARE THAT PROMOTING PREVENTIVE MEDICINE WITH THE PERSONALIZED EARLY PREVENTION UNIT (UPPP IN SPANISH)
Read moreA young South American woman who moved to Spain in the hope of finding a new home for her daughter
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