The Hamburger King Of Madrid Dies At 79
Alfred Gradus, the founder of the Alfredo’s Barbacoa American hamburger chain and the man credited with bringing the genre to
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Living in Madrid
Isabel Zendal Emergency Hospital Opens Today
The president of the Madrid regional government, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, inaugurated the Isabel Zendal Emergency Hospital today, Tuesday, December 1,
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Green Light For Europe´s Largest Man Made Beach 40 Mins From Madrid
Alovera Beach which will be the largest artificial beach in Europe, has been given the green light for construction to
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Madrid Reduces Lockdown Zones As Spain Rates Continue To Fall
The Madrid regional government has announced a further reduction in the number of the regions’s “basic health areas” that are
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El Rastro Market Reopens For First Time Since March
Madrid’s famous flea market El Rastro Market situated in the heart of La Latina is to reopen this Sunday 22nd
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Madrid Set To Impose Perimetral Closure For December Puente Week
The Madrid regional government is expected to make an announcement for the closure of its’ borders from December 4th to
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Tapapiés Kicks Off In Lavapiés Week Of Wine & Tapas
Lavapiés once more will be celebrating it´s popular neighbourhood celebration of wine and tapas with the 10th annual Tapapiés, the
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DGT Streamlines Last Minute Rush To Exchange UK Driving Licences
The Spanish Directorate-General for Traffic (DGT) has updated and streamlined the process of exchanging UK driving licenses for Spanish ones.
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Madrid Begins To Lift Restrictions As Spain Cases Fall
Although Spain´s national average for coronavirus cases remains high the downward trend is showing signs of accelarating with the 14-day
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Government Announces New Year Speed And Traffic Regulations Penalties
The Spanish Minister of the Interior, Fernando Grande-Marlaska has announced that the government will be reforming the Traffic Regulations Act
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Madrid´s Feast Day – The Legend Of The Virgin Of Almudena
This year, as in every year for over a millennia, Madrid celebrates the feast day of her patroness the Virgin
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British Ambassador’s Halloween Fundraising Pumpkin Surprise
The British Ambassador to Spain, Hugh Elliott, who is also the Patron of the Madrid based British Benevolent Fund has
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Madrid Hairdresser Wows Spain With His Hairportraits
These are the amazing drawings made by a creative hairdresser in Madrid using the hair cuttings from his customers. The
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Free Hypno Coaching Workshop For Professionals
Madrid based Hypno Coach Barbara Scalera is running a unique online workshop for those looking to learn the secrets of
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Madrid Region Set To Close Borders
The Madrid regional government is set to implement a perimetral lockdown to cover the whole of the autonomous community which
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Spanish Cabinet Announces Second Lockdown
The Spanish government has declared a national state of alarm in order to be able to impose lockdown measures to
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Guide To Spain’s 2021 Bank Holiday Calendar
The official calendar for Spain’s national and regional holidays has been published by the official state bulletin BOE. The 2021
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Spain Marks Her National Day – But No Festivities.
Spain marked her national holiday of ” El Dia De Hispanidad” yesterday October 12th with a much
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Police Raid Drug Supermarket In Gypsy Heartland
Madrid police have raided a “supermarket” for drugs which had been sending out flyers and advertising to its clients and
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Madrid Mulls Further Restrictions And “Urgently” Seeks Army Help
The Madrid regional government is looking to introduce further restrictions and measures to combat the worsening covid spread in the
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Police Raid Gay Sauna Evict 100 Men And Arrest 8
Police in the capital raided a gay sauna in Chueca and evicted 100 men and arrested a further eight on
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Madrid´s New Football Bollards Withdrawn To Avoid Further Injuries
The Madrid authorities have decided to remove newly painted concrete bollards designed to look like footballs after a series of
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Woman Single Handedly Battles Police Over No Mask Arrest
This is the shocking moment a woman puts up fierce resistance while she is arrested by several officers for not
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Madrid Announces Schools Re-Opening Measures
The Madrid regional governement have announced a series of measures to ensure that schools within the community of Madrid will
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Madrid Now Epicentre Of Spain Covid Surge
The surge of Covid-19 cases continues in Madrid which has registered 15,000 new infections since last Monday. The figure represents
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Madrid Guide – “Six Of The Best” Hemingway Haunts
Madrid writer and resident James Ansell gives his take on the “Six of the Best” Hemingway Haunts “Yet when you
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Six Of The Best Bars In Puerta Del Sol
“Six of the Best” Bars in Puerta del Sol Puerta del Sol is one of the main tourist hubs in
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Madrid Government Urges Support For Bullfighting
The president of the regional government of Madrid Isabel Díaz Ayuso joined with the Mayor of Madrid José Luis Martínez-Almeida
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Six Of The Best Gran Via Hotels
James Ansell chooses “Six of the Best” Hotels on Madrid´s world famous Gran Via (As lockdowns begin to ease across
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All You Need To Know About Cricket In Madrid
We talk to Madrid Cricket Club President John Woodward about the highs and lows of playing cricket in Spain
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A Guide And History Of El Rastro – Madrid´s Iconic Flea Market
The Rastro: A Flea Market for All Tastes – Peter Besas explains everything you need to know about Madrid´s famous
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Madrid Opens Aquatic Fun Parks From 1st July
The 1st July sees Madrid´s major waterparks opening for the summer. Aquopolis in Villanueva de la Cañada, and Parque Warner
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“Six Of The Best” British And Irish Pubs In Madrid
Madrid has a fine selection of centrally located pubs where a fine selection of IPA, lagers and stouts can be
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“Six Of The Best” Summer Rooftop Bars
The Madrid Metropolitan´s Amy Shia takes a look at the Six Of The Best Summer Picks For The Best Hotel
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Six Of the Best ” Happy Hour” Bars In Madrid
Afterwork Play! Amy Shia Goes In Search Of The “Six Of The Best” Happy Hour Spots In Madrid! Unlike their
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The Definitive Guide – How To Eat And Drink In Madrid
How to eat and drink in Madrid – Brought To You By www.madridadventures.com. There can be few places in the
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Quarantine Award Winners
As we look forward to the end of the state of emergency at midnight Saturday 21st June we and our
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Corona Stories – Psychologist Carla Palafox
In today’s programme Abi Lindsay Clark interviews Carla Palafox a psychologist who´s aim in this programme is to guide and
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Madrid Film Festival 2020
Lockdown Easing Continues With The Announcement That The Madrid Film Festival Will Go Ahead As Planned The Gran Teatro Bankia
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Bloomsday In Madrid – A New Day Will Be
The 16th June is “Bloomsday”. The date that the Madrid Bloomsday Society joins like-minded societies around the world to celebrate
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Blood Talks – Melio Health Case Study
Blood Talks – Madrid Case Study. We decided to do a case study of the director of the Madrid Metropolitan
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Madrid Announces “Get Fit” Plan As Swimming Pools Set To Open
The deputy premier of the Madrid Regional Goverrnment Ignacio Aguado today announced a Madrid Returns To Fitness Initiative as Madrid
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Embassy Brexit Update For UK Residents In Spain
The British Embassy in Madrid has issued an open letter update about the impact the Coronavirus impact has had on
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Corona Stories – Abi Lindsay Clark Talks To Andy Hipkins
Abi Lindsay Clark returns with another Corona Stories interview for Radio Lifestyle. Today she has the pleasure of interviewing Andrew
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Paseo De Castellana Brought To Standstill By Vox “Caravana”
The centre of Madrid was brought to a halt on Saturday by VOX protestors in their vehicles waiving Spanish flags
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Abi Lindsay Clark´s “The Corona Stories” With Rachael Nobbs
Another Radio Madrid Lifestyle programme from our series of interviews for ‘The Corona Stories’, where people tell us their experiences during
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Abi Lindsay Clark´s Corona Stories: Enda and María
Abi Lindsay Clark is back with another interview for Radio Lifestyle´s ‘The Corona Stories.’ In this programme Abi interviews Enda
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Lockdown Insomnia – Top 9 Tips On How Get A Good Night´s Sleep
Insomnia: Why Coronavirus (COVID-19) and confinement can affect our sleep and what to do to get a better night’s sleep.
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The Grey Elephant – A Tribute To A Very Special Playschool In Madrid
Grey Elephant: a tribute to a very special playschool in the centre of Madrid. By Anna Connolly. ‘‘Nobody tells you
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15th May – San Isidro´s Feast Day
Every year Madrid celebrates the feast day of it´s patron San Isidro. Due to the ongoing coronavirus lockdown in Madrid
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How Rodilla and Telepizza Got It SO Wrong
Crisis (Mis)management In Spain – Ivan Hilliard Explains How Good Intentions Collapsed Into Ridicule And Disdain. As well as for
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No Phase 1 Let Out In Madrid As Central Government Says No To Monday Relaxation
No Phase 1 Let Out on Monday for Madrid Residents. The Madrid government´s request to move to the Phase 1
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Enter The Metropolitan Quarantine Achievements Competition
We dont want to quite say “Mission Accomplished” but it does seem that the worst is behind us and we
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Sanchez Announces Phased Return To “The New Normality”
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez announced his phased plan of deescalate the state of emergency confinement measures which will
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Madrid Palacio De Hielo Morgue Shuts As Virus Recedes
Madrid has closed the Palacio De Hielo temporary morgue which had been set up in an ice rink to store
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Police Band Honour Medical Staff At Makeshift IFEMA Hospital
The Madrid Municipal police band honoured the medical workers in Spain’s largest makeshift coronavirus hospital in IFEMA for their tireless
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Guide To The Wines Of Madrid
Spain, for those of us who live here, is a veritable viticultural paradise. Wine can be drunk at any time
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Madrid Neighbourhood Comes Out For Abuela Birthday
This is the moment a Spanish neighbourhood celebrate their neighbour’s 89th birthday in lockdown by singing to her from their
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Your guide to what the decree locking down the country mean for citizen´s movement. Can I leave my home? Yes
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Madrid Chinese Community Step Up With Mask Donations
Members of the Chinese community in Madrid have donated boxes of face masks and disinfectant to cops who are suffering
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Why I love Madrid
So, why do I love Madrid? Especially now that the dark forces of neo-liberalism are conspiring to turn every city
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Why bilinguals are smarter!
Sarah Ebery, Headmistress at TEMS takes a look at Why bilinguals are smarter! “One language sets you in a corridor for
Read more Blood Talks – Melio Health Launches In Madrid
Blood talks’ – Abi Lindsay Clark At the January Madrid Business Lunch , our guest speaker was William Stoddart the
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IGLESIA DE SAN ANTON – St Valentine´s Resting Place In Madrid
On this Valentine´s Day we take a look at the real Valentine´s last resting place – in Madrid! The Last
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Madrid To Celebrate Chinese New Year
For the fifth consecutive year, Madrid celebrates the Chinese New Year which for 2020 signals the start to the Year
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Madrid Boasts Top 2 Golf Courses In Spain
From the sparkling Mediterranean coast to the stunning majestic mountains, we reveal the best golf experiences in Spain. Surprisingly to
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Secada’s World – Abi Lindsay Clark Talks to Jon Secada
Abi Lindsay Clark Catches Up with Jon Secada I had the huge pleasure of interviewing the highly renowned and extremely
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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
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Luke´s Festive Wine Guide
Madrid wine legend Luke Darraccot gives us a festive wine guide to help us navigate the very long Spanish Christmas
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Madrid British Ladies Lead Spain New Year Honours List
Sheila Stuart, Chairperson of the British Ladies Association Madrid, has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to
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The Turrón that Almost Didn’t Arrive in Madrid
Peter Besas, Author of Hidden Madrid explains how one Madrid Chistmas past things nearly didn´t go quite as they should…..
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Hello Magazine – A Spanish Phenomenom
‘Would you like a magazine to read?…’ Trashy magazines: pure pleasure. There is nothing more comforting to while away the
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One Kind Of Hangover Is Enough………
Chris Webb of Spectrum IFA gives some seasonal advice. If you´re anything like me, you´ll be busy planning Christmas. Anything
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Born At 500 Grams – Premature Baby Salvador Out Of ICU
Hospital staff have thrown a heartwarming ‘graduation’ party for this baby boy who was born weighing only 500 grams and
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Tricia Audette – Rocking On Gran Via
I always had a penchant for entertaining so after graduating high school it made perfect sense to study accounting. Which,
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Canine Madrid – Your Dog Guide To Enjoying The Capital
From guau to woof: Micaela de la Maza on How to truly enjoy Madrid with your dog Madrid becomes an
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Central Madrid Brought To A Sheeping Halt
Central Madrid’s congestion took on an animal flavour on Sunday as it´s streets and avenues were taken over by thousands
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Hidden Madrid – Tio Pepe
Peter Besas, author of Hidden Madrid tells the story of one of the most iconic symbols of the capital. Since
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The Sultan Of Swing Comes To Madrid
Kimberley Bailey talks to Rock´n ´ Roll Hall of Fame inducteee and Dire Straits co-founder John Illsley about his forthcoming
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Home: Combating Closet Chaos with Style!
Combating Closet Chaos with Style! Have you experienced “Closet Chaos”? Have you spent far too much time and frustration looking
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The Autumn Years – September in Madrid
The Autumn Years Autumn, or Fall as our literally minded American friends like to call it, is a wonderful time
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How To Get Medical Provision With Your Health Insurance
Travelling to foreign countries can often be a great adventure – one that explores language,culture and food. But before setting
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Ricardo Sanz – The Language Of Light Exhibition
RICARDO SANZ – THE LANGUAGE OF LIGHT SEEN THROUGH THE CREATIONS OF AN ROYAL PHOTOGRAPHER AT THE RETIRO. Kris Sinclair
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The Fiestas Of August
From the 6th to 18th August, Madrid will be in full party mode, as the city celebrates its annual open-air
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Discover Hidden Madrid – The Secrets Of The Spanish Capital
Hidden Madrid The author Peter Besas whose widely acclaimed “Hidden Madrid ” series of books talks to the Madrid Metropolitan
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How A Bottle Of Albariño Changed My Life
Luke Darracott tells the Madrid Metropolitan how a bottle of Albariño changed his life forever. Back in March 2010, after
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An Evening At The Madrid Races
See the horses, have a flutter and enjoy great slap-up dinners at the Hipódromo de la Zarzuela – a winner
Read more Best Rooftop Terraces In Madrid
Amy Shia takes a look at some of the best terrazas and rooftop bars and pools to enjoy in Madrid
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Gay Pride 2019 Kicks Off In Roasting Madrid
Crowds gather in the baking Madrid heat as Gay Pride 2019 kicks off in the capital. The epicentre as ever,
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La Fiesta de San Antonio 2019
A FIVE-DAY FEAST FOR THE EYES – REVIVING THE FOLKLORE FROM MADRID “The faithful seek him everywhere whilst the fair-sex
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Two Madrid Residents Amongst Six UK Nationals for Queen´s Birthday Honours
Madrid residents John Scott and Stewart Cusden are among six UK nationals named in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List Both
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How do you live?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? Do you cook? Are you a family person? Formal or laid
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It’s Jim Gaffigan Time! Interview & Madrid Show
US Stand Up Comedian Jim Gaffigan Comes To Madrid For One Night Only And Talks To The Madrid Metropolitan What
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British Beer For Madrileños
Madrid´s booming craft ale scene as been given a boost by the opening of La Latina´s newest tap room. David
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Spanish Economy : A bad deal for the young
In most western countries the idea is becoming widespread that the young entering the workforce now will be the first
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St Anne´s School – A Small School With An Enormous Heart
ANNE’S SCHOOL – A SMALL SCHOOL WITH AN ENORMOUS HEART St Anne’s School is a small independently owned British school
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Easter Procession Guide In Madrid
Easter in Madrid – It may not have the crowds of Sevilla and Malaga but the solemn religious processions are
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LuggageHero Launches in Madrid
As part of our focus on highlighting new enterprises we take a look at the latest international start up to
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Madrid Tory Founder Slams Brexit Rally
An anti Brexit rally in Madrid brought a few hundred people this Saturday to the Plaza Margaret Thatcher by the
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James Shallcross, MBE, Talks Education and New British School in Madrid
With the forthcoming opening of Richmond Park School in Mirasierra, James Shallcross MBE talks about the educational challenges of today
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Hyperbaric Medicine In Madrid
Hospital HM Montepríncipe has this unit after having proven its effectiveness in reference prestigious medical centers around the globe. The
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Coti In Madrid
Renowned Argentinian Singer Songwriter Returns to Madrid as part of his “Cercanías y Confidencias II ” Tour to promote his
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Ronaldo Is Back As He Opens Hair Transplant Centre In Madrid
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to open a new state-of-the-art hair implant centre in Madrid and has named his WAG Georgina
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Spanish Economic Outlook – Turbulence Ahead
Maybe it’s the after-effects of dry January, but the economic prospects for Spain don’t look as bright as they did
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Pedro Sanchez Announces Spain – UK Deal Regardless of Brexit
The Spanish government has announced it will guarantee British residents’ rights even in the event of a no-deal in the
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Outrage as Far-Right Group Uses Hitler On Madrid Bus To Attack Gender Violence Laws
A Spanish right-wing group has used Adolf Hitler’s image in a campaign on the side of a bus that questions
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Richard Vaughan Talks to the Madrid Metropolitan
I get up early, earlier than most. For generations, my mother’s side of the family has been genetically inclined to
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Madrid´s Newest Metro Station To Open 23rd March – Nearly 20 Years Late
Madrid´s newest metro station – Arroyo del Fresno – will be opened on the 23rd March – nearly 20 years
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The Ghost Station of Chamberi
Why and where in the underground network of Madrid’s metro system can you experience a spine-tingling shiver as your train
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Brexit Town Hall Meeting At Bellas Artes With Ambassador Set For 15th February
On 15 February, the British Embassy in Madrid is holding the latest in its series of events for UK nationals
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Alejo Flah Talks About His Latest Film And Life In Madrid
Argentinian film director and screen writer Alejo Flah talks to Abi Clark about about his latest film and life in
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Madrid Metro Line 8 Strike Adds to FITUR & Barajas Misery With No End to Taxi Strike
Madrid´s flagship trade fair – FITUR ( International Tourism) has been further hit with the addition of Metro Line
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Madrid Taxi Strike Poised To Wreak FITUR Havoc
Taxis are back on strike in Madrid in their latest attempt to pressurise the government to reduce the number of VTCs in
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On 14 January, the Spanish government launched a new, dedicated section on the Moncloa website to inform UK and Spanish
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Eat Out Madrid Review – The Taste Gallery
The Taste Gallery in Plaza de San Miguel is the perfect for a great tapas lunch or more intimate
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Queen of the Night
Spanish model and TV presenter Cristina Pedroche has wowed fans with a revealing angel costume during the live New Year´s
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Eat Out Madrid – Cubiertos De Gloria Restaurant Review
Until now the Cubiertas de Gloria has been one of Madrid´s best kept secrets. It has bucked the trend of
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An open letter from HMA Simon Manley to British nationals living in Spain I wanted to update you on
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Chinese Ban Winnie the Pooh from Madrid!
Wiinie the Pooh or Chinese President?Winnie the Pooh was banned during a recent visit by the Chinese president to Spain
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¡Felices Fiestas!
Feliz Navidad It’s Christmas time. And has of course been so since the end of September. Now that we are
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Book Review: The Labyrinth of The Spirits By Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Our featured new release is the ‘The Labyrinth of the Spirits’ by Carlos Ruiz Zafón This is his fourth book
Read more Manley addresses British Residents as UK braces for NO DEAL Brexit
An open letter from HMA Simon Manley to British citizens living in Spain As many of you are no doubt
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Madrid Bakes!
The heatwave that hit central Spain earlier this week continues to tighten its grip with much of the region placed
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Gran Via remodelling to finish early
Gran Via works and remodelling to finish early. Madrid Mayor Manuela Carmena´s promise to have the Gran Via car free
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Whats in a flag?
Whats in a flag? The universe is a complex place. Infinitely complex, some might say. Take ants, for example.
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The Spanish Gig Economy
Freelance workers and the Gig economy In a Gig economy, companies make more use of free-lancers and less of full-time
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Arise ” Sir” John!
John Kiddell, a former accountant and resident of Madrid, has been presented with a British Empire Medal for his services
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All you need to know about Modelo 720
As we near the deadline for declaring assets the Madrid Metropolitan asks Chris Webb from the Spectrum IFA Group to
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Madrid Mardi Gras
<p style=”text-indent:0px;“/><span class=”dropcap dropcap2” style=”text-align: right; padding:0px;“>L</span>La Alegre Cofriadía del Entierro conferred a silver sardine on the Mayor in her
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Gastro Madrid 2018
The 9th Madrid Gastrofestival is a must for any foodie – featuring some 450 establishments offering some of the finest
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The Magic of Madrid
Does Madrid work magic on visitors? Without a doubt. Come winter or summer, this city engages its guests in
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The Barmaids Tale
This month we interview Petya Radulova who is well known to all those who frequent “Finnegans” Plaza Salesas, 9, in
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Isfahan – The yearly singular bazaar in the capital
Once again, Isfahan – that fabled city in Iran famed for its stunning Persian Islamic architecture and impressive boulevards covered
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Book Review: Until The Curtain Falls
Madrid is literally at the heart of David Ebsworth’s latest novel, Until the Curtain Falls – with its Spanish version,
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Adjusting to Life in Madrid – Three ‘expat’ stories
In the May edition of “Madridmetropolitan”, Chris Neil wrote about the process of cultural adjustment when moving to a new
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Waterford, Ireland, and studying English abroad
I’ve been working as an English language teacher since 2009. Throughout this period many students have asked me to recommend
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Feria del Libro de Madrid
When I moved to Madrid I wasn’t so much moving to Madrid as getting away from Ireland. The feeling of
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Finding Your Feet – Cultural Adjustment
For many, coming to live in Madrid from an English-speaking country, can be a daunting prospect – and adapting to
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El Teatro Real – The Madrid Royal Opera House
“Sometimes I hate you, sometimes I hate myself, but always I miss you.” Madame Butterfly “There is nothing either good
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Designer Exchange
Madrid might seem an odd choice for a second hand designer shop and the very Add to dictionary upmarket Salamanca
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Good Day Mate
In honour of the annual Australia Day celebrations that take place around the world in January, The Madrid Metropolitan is
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Food & Drink – Bar Ana La Santa
Baby it’s cold outside Being an expat in Madrid seems to equate to three things: you’re highly likely to favour
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Food & Drink – Arts Club Restaurant
Binge, don’t purge By Catherine Powell I pride myself on revelling in all things indulgent. My mantra is generally something
Read moreMadrid Treasure Hunt
A 12 bottle case of finest Castilian wine is to be found at the end of our hunt that explores
Read moreMi Kitxen Restaurante Review
By J.R. So you’ve been here in Madrid for a while and can now decipher menus. Your days of pointing
Read moreTEFL Corner
By Elizabeth Beer Santa Cool Santa Claus has always been the coolest saint by merrily delivering presents to around 500
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All Roads Lead to Home
Moving to Spain does not mean leaving home behind and the Madrid Metropolitan explains how sometimes there is just no
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To boldly go where no Spaniard has gone before
Where do you see yourself in five to ten years’ time? A normal question you might be asked in a
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