How Crypto Is Changing the Game in Spain: Real Estate and Gambling
Spaniards’ perceptions around money are currently being reshaped since the world has significantly embraced cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Dogecoin, and Tether
Read moreSpaniards’ perceptions around money are currently being reshaped since the world has significantly embraced cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Dogecoin, and Tether
Read moreAs night becomes morning the only sounds emanating from the offices of BISSAN Wealth Management are clicks on a computer
Read moreJournalist Abi Lindsay Clark recently met with Jewellery designer Lisi Fracchia. Lisi Fracchia the highly successful Argentinian Gemmologist and jewellery
Read moreVisit the Plaza de la Villa just off the Calle Mayor in Madrid and you will see a statue of
Read moreMadrid Metropolitan´s Guide To The Best Art Museums To Visit In Madrid The Spanish capital boasts some of the most
Read moreFor expats living in Madrid, maintaining a clean and organized home can be a challenge, especially with a busy schedule
Read moreThe Madrid Metropolitan has teamed up with Gymglish to give you FREE SPANISH content to help you learn the second
Read moreFor the first time in over two decades, neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo has been nominated for the prestigious
Read moreCulinary Delights of Madrid: Your Guide to the Best Food Experiences Madrid is a city where the ancient blends seamlessly
Read moreMalaga born and honorary Madrileño, super chef Dani Garcia has helped put Madrid on the map for inventive international cuisine
Read moreBy Jemima Butler After savouring Spain´s iconic Gazpacho soup we look at its two variations which are less well known internationally
Read moreMadrid Resident and Anglo-Spanish Cuisine Caterer Jemima Butler Gives Us Her Recipe To Make The Best Gazpacho. I always have
Read moreLearn Spanish In Madrid The Spanish capital considers itself to the world capital of Spanish, a language spoken by some
Read moreMadrid´s City Hall has come under fire from Greenpeace which has released thermal imaging videos to capture the “unliveable temperatures”
Read moreAs we gear up for another hot summer HM Hospitales, Spain´s leading private healthcare group, shares its top summer tips
Read moreSee the horses, have a flutter and enjoy great slap-up dinners at the Hipódromo de la Zarzuela – a winner
Read moreMadrid resident and author of the best seller Hidden Madrid, Peter Besas explains Madrid´s fallen angels. If you walk to
Read moreNavigating American finances as a Spaniard in the U.S. can be a very bumpy road. Fortunately, a new book, La Hoja
Read moreDos De Mayo – A history of Madrid and Spain. Today sees the commemoration of the uprising of the Madrid
Read moreIf you find yourself in Madrid and are on the lookout for a unique culinary adventure, Oribu Brasas Japocastizas is
Read moreIt is said that Madrid has more bars than any other city in Europe and I have often wondered how
Read moreNo word so encompases the imagination about Spain & the Spanish than”siesta”. In fact in any word association about the
Read moreThe world’s oldest person has posted a message to say when close to death, life has more meaning, as she
Read moreIn front of Madrid´s royal palace are two parallel rows of toga-attired statues adorning the Plaza de Oriente and to
Read moreAttaining good health is always at the top of our New Year’s Resolutions and January full of the latest diets
Read moreMadrid resident Stephen Jenkins gives his top tips on how to eat and drink in Madrid. There can be few
Read moreMadrid´s 600 bakeries and artesanal cake shops are expected to sell some 2.8 million of Spain´s favourite Christmas cake, Roscones
Read moreJohn Boyce takes a look at what is in store now that Pedro Sanchez has clinched another term as prime
Read moreIn the world of Hollywood glamor and red carpet events, one wouldn’t immediately associate actors with the muddy, physical world
Read moreSpain has gifted the world with a haunting tapestry of horror and thriller films, each a masterpiece in its own
Read moreThere are few more charismatic and memorable television presenters in Spain’s modern era than 58-year-old Jesús Vázquez. Born in Ferrol,
Read moreMadrid, the center of Spain, has a lively culture that mixes old traditions with new ideas. This busy city is
Read moreIt is now more than ninety days since Spain went to the polls, yet the country is still without a
Read moreShane Clark is an American expat living in Spain and founder of EuroAmerican Financial Advisors, an investment advisory firm for
Read moreShane Clark is one of a growing number of Americans choosing to live in Spain. Shane arrived in 2017, so
Read moreBasilicas and cathedrals in Spain are among the most emblematic sights in their respective cities. In addition to being places
Read moreJohn Boyce reports on the latest round of the Spanish culture wars, centering on the use of co-official languages in
Read moreGreenPark Global, one of the world’s leading players in global litigation investments, is making a splash in the Spanish capital.
Read moreSpain is the second most popular destination for international visitors in the world. Over 100 million international tourists come attracted
Read moreIn the aftermath of surprising results in last Sunday’s general election, John Boyce examines the fallout from 23J After a
Read moreWith less than two weeks to go before voters head to the polls, John Boyce examines some key factors that
Read moreAs Madrid City Council issues a red weather alert for today and tomorow with extreme temperatures expected of over 40
Read moreThis week the UK and Spain completed the signing of a bilateral agreement on cooperation in matters of education and
Read moreAs Madrid Pride week festivities approach, John Boyce looks back at the life of iconic gay activist Pedro Zerolo, and
Read moreJohn Boyce assesses the fallout from last weekends’ municipal and regional elections in Madrid and around the country. True blue
Read moreWith the regional elections set for May 28th, John Boyce fills us in on Madrid´s regional assembly, the current president,
Read moreSome things don’t change. The historic rivalry between Spanish footballing joints FC Barcelona and Real Madrid extends far beyond the
Read moreAn elite athlete from Madrid has emerged after spending 500 days isolated in a cave without any external contact. Athlete,
Read moreA Spanish archaeological team have unearthed a Mayan stone marker scorboard from an ancient ball game that was played thousands
Read moreYesterday Madrid Mayor, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, was at the Almudena Cathedral for the Palm Sunday Mass and celebration marking the beginning
Read moreThe world-renowned Escolania boys’ choir, based at the Benedictine abbey Santa Maria de Montserrat near Barcelona, will be accepting girls
Read moreThe small rural town of Leza in the Rioja region of Northern Spain is abuzz with new activity. Guests are
Read moreJohn Boyce looks at the republican struggle and exile of Spain´s greatest auteur, on the Forty year anniversary of his
Read moreA hairdresser who left Ukraine after suffering a homophobic attack before returning to fight the Russians has died in combat.
Read more‘Would you like a magazine to read?…’ Trashy magazines: pure pleasure. There is nothing more comforting to while away the
Read moreIf you’re planning a visit to Madrid, brushing up on your Spanish language skills is an excellent way to get
Read moreAbi Lindsay Clark met with Shipra Khanna, the winner of MasterChef India, to ask her about her life and success.
Read moreSpanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez was in Davos last week to plead the global elites to play their parts to
Read moreThe international day of the croquette: One of Spain’s most celebrated foods Even though today is considered Blue Monday, the
Read moreThere is so much more to Spanish wine than the big famous denominaciones of Rioja, Ribera and Rueda and Spain
Read moreLong time Madrid aficionado and resident, Stephen Jenkins, shares his thoughts on why Madrid is the place to be. “From
Read moreMadrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, and it is a vibrant and exciting place to visit. Tons
Read moreSpanish National Police working with Europol have seized 75 properties worth over EUR 25 million in a money-laundering bust that
Read moreThat the Spanish like to gamble is no secret – it´s Christmas El Gordo Lottery is the oldest ( dating back
Read moreForget Lego, Barbie or even teddy bears, the world’s first-ever kids’ toy craze was actually carved slate owls covered with
Read moreMadrid is blessed with some of the finest art museums in the world. Last year it´s Paseo de Arte which
Read moreThis shocking video shows a terrified bull as it is pinned down and has flaming balls attached to its head
Read moreRun in the Dark comes to Madrid on 16th November 2022 at 8pm. Participants can join the 5k or 10k
Read moreEver since the first British school opened its doors in Madrid in 1940, Spanish parents have made huge efforts to educate
Read moreThe Madrid Metropolitan talks to Antonio Rodriguez about tax and visa for those thinking of making the digital move to
Read moreWith so many Spanish parents embarking on bilingualism at home from birth, the Madrid Metropolitan takes a look at the
Read moreSpanish experts have unveiled this lifelike Jesus Christ made of latex and silicon – and real human hair – based
Read moreHeading to Mallorca during the autumn months is the perfect choice for travellers seeking to avoid the peak-summer crowds and
Read moreSpanish Non-Resident Tax (Impuesto sobre la Renta de No Residentes) is an income tax payable by non-fiscal residents regardless if
Read moreThe Spanish National Police have busted a huge money laundering operation linked to Ireland’s once mighty Kinahan Cartel. Footage of
Read moreA new mineral with a creamy white colour has been discovered on a mountain peak in northern Spain. Dubbed ‘Ermeloita’
Read moreCombating Closet Chaos with Style! Have you experienced “Closet Chaos”? Have you spent far too much time and frustration looking
Read moreThis year is special year for pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago for it is a Jacobean Year – celebrated
Read moreThe recent eye raising incident of King Felipe not standing during a part of the inauguration ceremony when the sword
Read moreAtletico Madrid has recently raised the bar in fan engagement by allowing supporters to play on their hallowed turf at
Read moreIn the wake of another successful and packed Madrid Pride 22, the capital has further cemented its reputation as a
Read moreSpain has taken another step in dealing with its troubled relationship with the regime of General Franco. The Spanish Congress
Read moreMadrid’s Barajas Airport has had some unique new arrivals this week in the form of white-tailed eagles which are part
Read moreThe President of the United States, Joe Biden, landed today on Air Force One as one of the first western
Read moreThe blinds are firmly down and the aircon on as the Spanish capital swelters in an early summer heatwave as
Read moreRestaurants in Spain could be required to offer customers free “doggy bags” as part of a new draft law aimed
Read moreThe European police agency ENFAST, which focuses on catching the most wanted fugitives in Europe has released the latest list of criminals
Read moreThe visit of the Emir of Qatar, Shekih Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to Madrid has brought rich rewards for Spain.
Read moreFor any freelancer or entrepreneur doing business in Spain navigating through the maze of form filling has always been a
Read moreThe city of Madrid has some top universities not just in Spain or Europe, but in the world too. These
Read moreOne of the most important figures in Spanish history, Queen Juana I of Castile has finally been recognised by having
Read moreAstonished church leaders are celebrating the miraculous return of 16th-century panels of saints stolen from an altar more than 40
Read moreWhere in the world can you visit the biggest natural wildlife attraction in Europe, have a fresh waterfall massage in
Read more“Bewilderment, helplessness and even desperation are just some of the emotions experienced by parents of bright but struggling children who
Read moreThese incredible images show how a baby girl is born via caesarean section with the amniotic sac still intact in
Read moreThe Madrid Zoo yesterday celebrated its 50th anniversary with a visit by Queen Sofía and the first public outing of
Read moreMadrid, the capital of Spain, is one of the most touristic cities in the world. No wonder! It is filled
Read moreThe decision last week by Spain’s State Prosecutor to shelve the investigation into the finances of the late king, Juan
Read moreBritain’s most wanted woman who allegedly laundered over GBP 1 billion (1.2 billion Euros) in a mobile phone tax scam
Read moreThe ghosts of the past have returned to haunt Spanish – Latin American relations, after Mexican president, Andres Manuel Lopez
Read moreOne of the most celebrated artworks in history has arrived in Madrid. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: “The Exhibition’ has been touring
Read moreMadrid Metropolitan had the pleasure of attending the annual presentation of the French Institute´s cultural season of 2022. It was
Read moreIn 2021 Bizzari Jewelry became one of the partners of Alya Society – A Madrid-based international networking community of English-Speaking
Read moreThe Inverfest music festival is bound to keep the cold at bay with a series of winter concerts organised by
Read moreThis is the moment a bouncy castle with eight children inside is blown upside down by a freak gust of
Read moreKing Felipe VI has delivered his annual seasonal address to the Spanish nation which was broadcast on Christmas Eve. The
Read moreA painting that was about to be sold at auction, and was then pulled after experts from the Prado Museum
Read moreMadrid has always had a vibrant bar scene – and its cocktail bars have always stood with the best from
Read moreJusto Gallego, the man who for 60 years had been building a cathedral out of scrap materials on the outskirts
Read moreOne of Madrid’s most emblematic plazas was reopened yesterday, Monday 21st November, by the Mayor of Madrid, José Luis Martínez-Almeida,
Read moreThe Madrid Biz Lunch is back! After a pandemic induced hiatus, Madrid´s premier business lunch for guiri entrepeneurs and professionals
Read moreThe launch of simplyspanishwine by two Brits on a mission to demystify the wine world and help expats in Spain get access
Read moreThe December deadline to file for non resident property taxes in Spain is close. If you are a non-resident who
Read moreThe recent visit of Madrid´s regional premier, Isabel Diaz Ayuso, to the United States raised more than a few eyebrows
Read moreMadrid´s Dabid Muñoz, who earlier this year won the prestigious Best Chef Award, has added another feather in his cap
Read moreThe clock is ticking for all non-resident owners of property in Spain to pay their annual taxes – even if
Read moreWithin Madrid´s plethora of museums and famous landmarks, some of the more accessible can go overlooked, such is the case
Read moreI had the pleasure of interviewing dynamic duo Enda and Maria ( Enda Kenneally and Maria Correa ) about their
Read moreQueen Leticia has been in central Madrid today to open the 80th annual Feria de Libros ( Madrid International Book
Read moreThe continuing saga of the legacy of the Spanish Civil War continues in the battle over Madrid´s many streets with
Read moreIn the centre of Madrid, you find this beautiful old building from 1910. The Casino de Madrid is full of
Read moreThe world’s oldest man who has enough descendants to start a football team has also revealed that he did actually
Read moreCritical Communications World (CCW) is TCCA’s flagship event. This year’s show will reinvigorate and reignite the industry as critical communications professionals
Read moreThe Spanish government of Pedro Sanchez, used the 85th anniversary of the 1936 coup this week, to announce its historical
Read moreJust a few hundred metres away from the bustling noise of Calle General Ricardos, in the Carabanchel district of Madrid,
Read moreIt maybe far from it´s Andalucian roots but Madrid can boast to be the capital of flamenco. An evening at
Read moreSpain has more bars than any other country in the world, and with a drinking culture that goes back to
Read moreThe last surviving volunteer of the International Brigades, which enlisted foreign nationals to fight for the Second Republic against the
Read moreSpanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, has vowed to “restore order” as thousands of Moroccans arrived in Ceuta – provoking an
Read moreAn alleged cannibal is on trial accused of strangling his own mother, dismembering her body and putting it into lunchboxes which
Read moreMadrid Metropolitan partner American Club Of Madrid and fellow partner HM Hospitals are teaming up for a webinar open to
Read moreA ceremonial dagger given by Mussolini’s foreign minister to General Franco to commemorate his victory in the Spanish Civil War
Read moreIn our series of pieces looking at excursions and day trips that can be enjoyed within a short distance of
Read moreThe Madrid Metropolitan catches up with Spain based Mentalist and Magician James Fabulous who has taken advantage of all things Zoom
Read moreExperts from the University of Alcalá de Henares have painstakingly restored a Roman sandal that was made from grass and
Read moreA new study by Spanish scientists show that women suffering from stress before they become pregnant and during conception are
Read moreSpain is generating more politics in a month than many countries do in a decade. Moisés Ruiz, Professor at the
Read moreMadrid resident and expat coach Denise Suarez gives readers of the Madrid Metropolitan some top tips for raising intercultural families What
Read moreSpain can now boast another gastronomic feather in it´s already laden cap with the world´s most expensive bread selling at
Read moreA 14th-century royal cookbook has been given a 21st century facelift and which reveals how the then Spanish nobility feasted
Read moreThe latest figures from the Spanish Ministry of Health show an accelerating decrease in the number of Covid-19 cases being reported.
Read moreThe Spanish government´s state of alarm decree was approved by Parliament to run for a six month period until the
Read moreIf you say “Madrid” you say COCIDO MADRILEÑO! You can’t live or visit Madrid without tasting its most traditional dish:
Read moreLast week the Madrid Metropolitan had the pleasure of attending the annual event to celebrate the opening of the new
Read moreA Roman fan made of ivory that belonged to a noblewoman in the 3rd Century AD has been found in
Read moreTo mark the 5th centenary of his death, Madrid’s Royal Palace plays host to a remarkable temporary exhibition to pay
Read moreAn Andalucian three-star Michelin chef says it could be possible now to farm fields of underwater land based “marine rice”
Read moreThe Madrid Metropolitan cought up with Irishman, Ivan Hilliard, to find out why, after 20 years of living in Madrid,
Read moreAbi Lindsay Clark talks to María José Sevilla, whose book Delicioso gives a fascinating account of the history of food
Read moreSimon and Nestor have wowed the country with their vision and innovative business that makes the best British style sausages
Read moreEL GORDO – Today the Spanish Christmas Lottery will award nearly 2.4 billion Euros in prize money. As the 2020
Read moreAbi Lindsay Clark had the pleasure of interviewing Lisi Fracchia, Argentinian Gemmologist. Lisi is one of those wonderful success stories
Read moreLegendary tennis supremo Rafael Nadal has added yet another feather to his cap after being conferred with Madrid´s highest award,
Read moreWe are proud to be associated with the British Benevolent Fund whose volunteers work all year round helping vulnerable people
Read moreSpanish Scientists have discovered living microorganisms living just 30 centimetres under the surface of the driest place on Earth which
Read moreYesterday the Spain’s lower house approved the government’s state of alarm measures which are now in force throughout the country.
Read moreSpaniards awoke this morning to another hour in bed thanks to the clocks going back by an hour in line
Read moreAdrian Pole takes a fresh look at one of Madrid´s most individual neighbourhoods. The most surprising thing about Pedro Teixeira’s
Read moreWilliam Stoddart of Melio Health explains the link between Covid and our health. We’re entering a new phase of disease
Read moreAn international team of researchers have managed to deploy modern fingerprint techniques to determine for the first time the genders
Read moreSpanish police stationed in Africa were called to tackle a knifeman running rampage on a huge Spanish flagged tanker travelling
Read moreThousands of Spanish senior citizens died of COVID-19 because the system was poorly managed and overwhelmed, NGO Doctors Without Borders-MSF
Read moreA 53-year-old woman walking the popular Way of St James – Camino de Santiago – route in Spain continued her
Read moreThe impact COVID-19 has had on education, and especially online education, is undeniable. In a matter of days, we witnessed
Read moreHello all!! Summer is my time for #yachtchef, cooking and sailing, my favourite. I´m bringing you another of our Spanish
Read moreRadio Lifestyle´s Abi Lindsay Clark returns with another programme and today she interviews Will Stoddart the co founder of Melio
Read moreThe Regional premier Isabel Diaz Ayuso and the mayor of Madrid José Luis Martínez-Almeida Navasqüés announced the much awaited start
Read moreIn today’s programme Abi Lindsay Clark interviews the American entrepreneur and professor Ryan Day. He tells us about his Grupo
Read moreArchaeologists have discovered dozens of tiny human figures which they say were used in funeral rituals to celebrate the dead
Read moreYou might have heard the term “procrastination” before, and it is likely you might have experienced it more than once.
Read moreMadrid Metropolitan´s Jenny Osborne Catches Up With Madrileña Anglo Spanish Actress and Singer Leonor Watling. Her acting appearances have included
Read moreThe Madrid Metropolitan´s Abi Lindsay Clark shares a few minutes with tennis player Roberto Bautista Agut You first started
Read moreThe first programme of “MUSIC LIFE” is hosted by Fernando Prieto, a passionate musician who will interview different musicians in
Read morePlaying cards from the 16th century have been found in the mechanism of a monastery clock that experts suspect were
Read moreThe Madrid Metropolitan´s Amy Shia takes a look at the Six Of The Best Summer Picks For The Best Hotel
Read moreThe Spanish Supreme Court public prosecutor announced that it will investigate Spain’s emeritus King Juan Carlos in connection with suspected
Read moreThe Madrid Metropolitan´s Spain News partner , British journalist and owner of Central European News ( CEN) Michael Leidig has
Read moreAs we look forward to the end of the state of emergency at midnight Saturday 21st June we and our
Read moreIn today’s programme Abi Lindsay Clark interviews Carla Palafox a psychologist who´s aim in this programme is to guide and
Read moreLockdown Easing Continues With The Announcement That The Madrid Film Festival Will Go Ahead As Planned The Gran Teatro Bankia
Read morePRACTICAL COVID – 19 INFORMATION FOR TOURISTS TRAVELLING TO SPAIN POST LOCKDOWN Spain will lift border controls with all European
Read moreThe 16th June is “Bloomsday”. The date that the Madrid Bloomsday Society joins like-minded societies around the world to celebrate
Read moreNina Valdés, a transplanted Nuyorican (that’s a Puerto Rican New Yorker) now a dyed-in-the-wool Madrileña, has spent fifteen years in
Read moreBlood Talks – Madrid Case Study. We decided to do a case study of the director of the Madrid Metropolitan
Read moreMadrid Has A Good Selection Of ( Version Original – V.O.S) cinemas were you can watch the latest movies in
Read moreIn today’s Radio Lifestyle corona virus story Abi Lindsay Clark interviews the principal of the prestigious Hastings School in Madrid,
Read moreGrey Elephant: a tribute to a very special playschool in the centre of Madrid. By Anna Connolly. ‘‘Nobody tells you
Read moreEvery year Madrid celebrates the feast day of it´s patron San Isidro. Due to the ongoing coronavirus lockdown in Madrid
Read moreCrisis (Mis)management In Spain – Ivan Hilliard Explains How Good Intentions Collapsed Into Ridicule And Disdain. As well as for
Read moreTOP 5 TIPS ON HOW COUPLES CAN GET THROUGH THE LOCKDOWN….TOGETHER. There are some difficult aspects to endure when living
Read morePersonal Development Consultant and Multi-Award-Winning Author Linda Lee Talks To The Madrid Metropolitan About Personal Development & Growth
Read moreBarbara Scalera, Master Hypnotherapist and Success Coach explains how to master your thoughts in order to bring yourself out of
Read moreHello all!! Welcome back to our meeting place for gastro experiences! Recipes, places to go, where to buy ingredients, and
Read moreJenny Osborne catches up with Madrid icon Nina Valdez to talk about her upcoming book – The Black Pearls
Read moreThe UK-Spain Business Awards recognise companies that have helped to build the strong commercial relationship between the two countries through
Read moreSo, why do I love Madrid? Especially now that the dark forces of neo-liberalism are conspiring to turn every city
Read moreThese pictures published by former Miss Spain Lorena Van Heerde Ayala a few weeks after giving birth to her second
Read moreThe HM Hospitals are proud to be the key sponsor of Madrid´s first ever English-Speaking Health and Wellbeing Fair which
Read moreAbi Lindsay Clark Catches Up with Jon Secada I had the huge pleasure of interviewing the highly renowned and extremely
Read moreHospital staff have thrown a heartwarming ‘graduation’ party for this baby boy who was born weighing only 500 grams and
Read moreI always had a penchant for entertaining so after graduating high school it made perfect sense to study accounting. Which,
Read moreFrom guau to woof: Micaela de la Maza on How to truly enjoy Madrid with your dog Madrid becomes an
Read moreCentral Madrid’s congestion took on an animal flavour on Sunday as it´s streets and avenues were taken over by thousands
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 moreTravelling to foreign countries can often be a great adventure – one that explores language,culture and food. But before setting
Read moreFrom the 6th to 18th August, Madrid will be in full party mode, as the city celebrates its annual open-air
Read moreLuke Darracott tells the Madrid Metropolitan how a bottle of Albariño changed his life forever. Back in March 2010, after
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