5 Foods to Avoid in Spain!
What do you think of when you think of Spanish cuisine? Paella, cured ham and chorizo, red wine, Spanish omelets, churros, or heaven forbid, tacos and burritos? Okay. so let us put the Mexican Read More
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History of Culture and Design – The Moorish Influence in Andalucia
The Moorish influence was way back when they ruled parts of Andalucia from the early 8th to late 15th centuries, that is an impressive 800 years of history. Their legacy, especially in terms of what Read More
What Villages to Visit in Spain
For decades, Spain has been one of Europe’s go-to destinations for summer travellers looking to enjoy the beaches, cuisine, museums, and a truly relaxed lifestyle. This popularity, however, comes with a price, with many scenic coastal areas now overrun by Read More
History of Spanish Food
History of Spanish Food The succession of cultures that one-by-one set foot on the Iberian peninsula have each left a lasting mark on every facet of Spain’s culture: language, music, art, architecture and, of course, Read More
Skiing In The Sierra Nevada Resort Spain 2020
Skiing in Sierra Nevada Spain 2020 Sierra Nevada is located in Southern Spain in the Penibético Mountain Range and close to the Mankind Heritage City of Granada. Sierra Nevada is at an altitude of 2100 Read More
30 Things You Didn’t Know About Marbella
Marbella has all the glitz and glamour you can handle, but we’re pretty sure you’ve heard enough of that! Besides being on the Costa del Sol, with a beautiful climate fit for kings and Queens, Read More
A Trip Around The Art World: Life at Sotheby’s
A Trip Around The Art World – Life at Sotheby’s If I was going to work in London I would need to find somewhere to live. My father, when he came down from Cambridge, had Read More
Visit Burgos – The Ancient City in the North of Spain
1. Catedral de Burgos: A UNESCO World Heritage Site At the foot of Burgos’ castle hill stands the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Burgos, a masterpiece of Spanish Gothic architecture. The profusion of sculptural decoration and Read More
Visit Valencia and its Historic Gems
Valencia was founded in 138 B.C. by the Romans. The city is situated on the banks of the Turia, on the east coast of the Iberian Peninsula, fronting the Gulf of Valencia on the Mediterranean Read More
Things to do – Visit Madrid!
Thinking to visit Spain? You will not regret it. When you have decided to travel to Spain, you are in for an amazing journey. For a cultured city as large as Madrid, visiting and seeing Read More
The Major Mountains of Spain
Some of the most distinctive geographical features are the Mountains of Spain. They are so widespread that Richard Ford, the famous 19th-century English traveler called Spain’s topography “almost one mountain.” After Switzerland, Spain is the Read More
What is POP Art?
For many years throughout the world “Graphic design” was also known as POP art but usually was for designing advertising and posters whereas POP art was purely a painting using various mediums to reflect a Read More
The Ancient Art of Sabrage
The Art of Sabrage – Written by a Commander Sabreur (registered in France) and lover of great wines and champagnes Lynda Woodin. The noble art of Sabrage was an outlandish tactic first employed by Napoleon’s cavalry. Read More
Costa Del Sol DFAS Event – Woven Art of Iran and Afghanistan
The Woven Art and Symbolism of the nomadic tribes of Iran and Afghanistan The lecturer draws on his experience of living amongst the nomads of Iran and his travels throughout the Near East and Afghanistan. Read More
7 of the Best Spanish Wineries
Ten years ago, international wine tourism was a fairly alien concept in Spain. Touring a bodega and seeing how any given wine was produced was virtually impossible for locals and tourists alike! But a lot Read More
The Best Marbella Beaches 2016
Marbella Beaches and its surrounding towns, has been known for years for the sun, fun and tourist spots. So in time for you to get looking at beaches, here are just a few of Read More
Spanish Festivals and Fiestas in March 2016
Festivals and Fiestas in Spain, March 2016 As you may be aware, Andalucia is filled with fascinating cultural events throughout the year. Whilst many of these festivals take place on the date indicated each year, Read More
A Trip Around The Art World: Sothebys to Wildensteins
One didn’t think about it at the time but this could have been the finest hour for the salerooms and the dealers. In those days the auction houses were basically a go-between for the public Read More
Could Spain be ruled by Muslims again?
A thought-provoking book written by Paul Moorcraft The rapid conquest of much of the known world in the century or so after Muhammad’s death in 632 AD was a military miracle. Except perhaps for their Read More
7 of the Most Beautiful Castles in Spain
Spain has had a turbulent history, which has resulted in the country being home to over 2500 Castles. ranging from Moorish castles to military fortresses built in the “Reconquista”, medieval castles, castles overlooking the sea, and Read More
10 Spanish Driving Laws Expats May Not Realise
Driving in most parts of Spain is generally an enjoyable experience. The roads are good, there is mostly little traffic and petrol is currently cheaper than in other European countries. It’s fair to say that Read More
Top 5 Medieval Villages to Visit in Spain
Albarracín (Teruel) When you take a moment to think about the most picturesque historical towns in Spain, Albarracín is sure to figure near the top of the list. This town Read More
A personal tribute to Willem Dolphyn May 1935 – January 2016
A personal tribute to Willem Dolphyn May 1935 – January 2016 The funeral took place on 30 January of Willem Dolphyn in Antwerp Cathedral. He was one of the finest still life painters of the Read More
The Lovers’ Rock, Antequera
La Peña de los Enamorados (The Lovers’ Rock) When passing through the region of Antequera, one of the significant landmarks is a large mountain almost guarding the gateway to the historical town. This is known Read More
The 6 Most Underrated Cities in Spain
Beautiful Cities in Spain – often left out of the limelight! 1. Bilbao When you take your first glance, Spain’s biggest port city appears to have few things to offer, but travelers who take a moment Read More
The History of Design in Culture – The Greeks
The Greeks So to continue bounding along in time travel… The ancient Greeks were also with a lot of beautiful designs coming along as their culture expanded with thought, the arts, music, all culled and intermingled Read More
Valentine’s Day In Spain
Romance is in the Air this Valentine’s Day Spain! Valentine’s Day Spain is here again so 6 things to do without breaking the bank The Costa del Sol has a lovely moonshine, so Read More
STARLITE Festival Marbella 2016
STARLITE FESTIVAL MARBELLA 2016 It’s going to be rocking again, people! Starlite have already started posting who’s going to be performing and if it’s anything to go by just with these 3, it should be a Read More
The History of Design and Culture – The Egyptians
Let me tell you, the Egyptians a clever lot. Their culture has thousands of years of a wonderful recorded history. Theirs was among the earliest of civilizations. Egypt, for a millennium maintained a complex and Read More
MALAGA CARNIVAL 2016
Carnaval!… carnaval! The Carnival (Carnaval in Spanish) is a fiesta that is extremely popular that takes place during Lent. It is unique in Málaga because of its multicultural, colourful and spontaneous character when celebrations are Read More
Barcelona and architecture by Antonio Gaudi
Barcelona´s architectural splendour by Antonio Gaudi One stop destination and if you did not understand who Antonio Gaudi was before you visited here, then you’ll once you have left. The port-born creator left Associate in Read More
Carlos Revilla Temporary Exhibition 26-30th Jan 2016
Carlos Revilla Temporary Exhibition An Exhibition not to be missed! The Marbella Ralli Museum is opening a temporary exhibition dedicated to the Peruvian artist Carlos Revilla. He belongs to the school of Magic Realism, which Read More
Ivan Cohen – Sculpting in retirement!
SCULPTING – REINVENT YOURSELF! During the month of September 2009 my wife Helen and I spent some time with my brother Basil & his wife Adele in Italy. During our stay we had occasion to Read More
2016 Champagne Offer
The Culture Clique in association with Edward Tatham and Champagne Philippe Brugnon is pleased to offer a specially produced discovery case of the Champagnes of Philippe Brugnon Philippe is a fourth generation producer in Rilly-la-Montagne, a Read More
TCC partners The Marbella International Film Festival
The Culture Clique are delighted to announce that they have been chosen as Official Media Partner for the 2015 International Marbella Film Festival, particularly as this is a very important year for the Festival, this in Read More
To Inform, Educate and Entertain…The BBC licenced to thrill?
Who can fail to read and hear of the courageous broadcasts from the BBC’s Broadcasting House, during the Second World War, at the time of the Blitz, without the tingle of pride and respect recognized throughout the World? Read More
Sperm On Legs
It was such a hot day and I was feeling every bit of the 30 plus degree weather as I travelled up the scenic yet dry mountains, of the Sierras, on my way to meet Read More
Serialization: A Trip Round The Art World
Lot one It was a Saturday afternoon in August and a young naval officer was standing outside John Tooke’s antique shop in Southwold, Suffolk, with him were his fiancée and her parents. Having mocked most Read More
Legal High and Cecil
I have a confession to make, I enjoy sharing a legal high. I get such a buzz and sense of well-being from it that it really is hard to come back down to earth again. Read More
From Hollywood To The Costa Del Sol
I was sitting in my apartment in Westlake Village California, last September 2014, when my agent Kirk called me about an offer to edit a movie in Spain, Maria Pulera the film’s director was an Read More
Notes From A Filmmaker
Raymond Chandler famously wrote “Dead men are heavier than broken Hearts” and two of the great men I am going to tell you are about indeed weigh in long dead but heaved true lion’s hearts. Read More
The Arts Society of Benahavis, Upcoming Events
The Arts Society of Benahavis will be presenting its first talk of the season on September 26th, 2023, titled “The Age of Jazz”, presented by Sandy Burnett. Jazz stands as a pivotal genre in the Read More
Alec Monopoly visits Marbella for exclusive solo exhibition
On the 31st of July, Twisted Art Gallery in Puerto Banús hosted an exclusive solo exhibition of superstar artist Alec Monopoly. As the only authorised gallery in Spain who exhibit Monopoly’s artwork, they brought him Read More
Once Upon a Workspace: The Tale of Coworking Evolution
With infographic Once upon a time, in the bustling city streets of Berlin, a new way of working began to sprout. It was circa 1995 when hackers and visionaries crafted the concept that would reshape Read More
Bringing Balance and Serenity: The Power of Feng Shui for Beginners
Guest Post – August 3rd, 2023 “When there is order in the house, there is order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world”. Ancient Chinese Proverb Read More
Business over Tapas
A digest of this week’s Spanish financial, political and social news aimed primarily at Foreign Property Owners: Prepared by Lenox Napier. Consultant: José Antonio Sierra Spain’s General Election The General Election brought a strange and Read More
Twisted Art Gallery Unveils a Contemporary Cultural Haven in Puerto Banús
Antonio Banderas Square, Puerto Banús, welcomed a momentous occasion on the 16th of June with the grand opening of Twisted Art Gallery. A gathering of nearly 200 distinguished guests celebrated the arrival of this avant-garde Read More
New art gallery brings internationally renowned artists to Puerto Banús
“Having collected art for over 10 years and developed relationships with some incredible artists, I felt the time was right to bring their exciting art works to Spain. We’re very lucky to have the artists Sara Pope and Pure Evil creating pieces exclusively for the gallery and we are only the second gallery in Europe to stock Alec Monopoly, so can’t wait to show their incredible pieces in Puerto Banús. Read More
Ireland in Spain – Upcoming Exciting Spring & Summer Events
Summer is just around the corner, and that means one extraordinary thing when it comes to living and loving life in Spain – The amazing culture events, ferias and outdoor activities we all look forward Read More
Instituto Cervantes launches an anthology of Hispanic storytellers translated into Filipino
On June 13 at 2pm, Instituto Cervantes de Manila and Milflores Publishing will present the book Mga Papel ni Benengeli, an anthology of short stories by contemporary Spanish-speaking writers translated in Filipino This will take Read More
Bridging Cultures: The Spanish-Irish Awards Stimulates Bilateral Research
“Ver artículo en español” The Centre for Ibero-American and Transatlantic Studies (CEIT) calls for a new edition of the Spanish-Irish Awards with the aim of encouraging research on the relations between both countries. These awards, Read More