In Spain, more than half of the rural villages are threatened to disappear. If our villages disappear, we lose their traditions, their culture and their ecosystems. At Apadrinaunolivo.org they are recovering the abandoned olive trees of Oliete, a small village in Teruel that has seen its population decline in recent years. An environmental, social andRead more about Sponsor a tree[…]
Canvas shoe with a rubber sole used in summer. This is how the Royal Spanish Academy of Language defines sneakers, also known as beach shoes or playeras. Although, many consumers know this type of footwear as Victoria, the name of the century-old Spanish shoe brand. Few companies manage to turn their name into a genericRead more about Victoria shoes[…]
This brand was founded in 1858 by Antonio Elosegui in Tolosa (Gipuzkoa). At this time Elosegui made only around fifty berets a year. By 1915, Elosegui was making 3,500 berets each year and selling them across Europe and as far away as the United States, Cuba and the Philippines. Today Boinas Elosegui is one of the market leadersRead more about Elosegui berets[…]
José Pizarro has gone and done it again. The Spanish-born, London-based chef has published a new cookbook called The Spanish Home Kitchen. Fans of his cuisine are going to love this book in particular as it features a collection of more than 80 recipes from all over Spain, but specifically from Pizarro’s family home. HeRead more about José Pizarro[…]
Her continuous presence on the catwalks has created a style of her own that reinforces the maxim of Guillermina Baeza’s philosophy: “Swimwear and lingerie are not mere accessories. Today they are as important as outerwear”. Guillermina Baeza’s great merit has always been to adapt to the needs of the market, thanks to her intuition, coveringRead more about Guillermina Baeza[…]
The espadrille. alpargata or esparteña is a type of footwear made of spun natural fibres such as cotton, wicker or canvas with soles of esparto, fique or hemp, or a mixture of jute or esparto grass which is secured by simple fastening, a piece of elastic sewn to the fabric or with ribbons. The originalRead more about Espadrilles or alpargatas[…]
The story of Purificación García could well be the story of recent Spanish fashion. She was born in Galicia into a humble family. Soon after, her parents moved to Uruguay in search of opportunities that did not exist in Franco’s Spain. She spent her childhood and adolescence there, facing the sea. She met a boy,Read more about Purificación García[…]
Cortijo Calonge is a family owned company enthusiastic about the cultivation of walnut and pecan, supported by the experience and equipment necessary to bring to your table a basic element in food such as walnuts, a Spanish nut with powerful nutritional properties that will delight your family. Located in the municipality of Palma del RíoRead more about Calonge walnuts[…]
The value of Micolet lies in its convenience. Those who decide to lighten their wardrobe through this website only have to worry about putting everything they want to sell in a box and fill in and print out a collection form. Micolet collects the box at Spanish homes for 4.99 euros and then checks theRead more about Micolet wardrobe[…]
Versatility, elegance and responsibility, this is It´’s lava. A brand of accessories for day to day, customizable and for all women. It’s Lava creations are made to make you feel good every time you leave the house, no matter what you wear. A responsible fashion brand that wants to make your life easier, make youRead more about It’s Lava[…]