When I traveled to Spain, I thought the food might resemble Mexican cuisine with its spiciness. However, black pepper was the most piquant seasoning in the Fundación Ortega y Gasset kitchen in Toledo. I was happy not to burn my tongue, but my Mexican roommate imported a suitcase full of hot sauce to survive the […]
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When I was fourteen, I went to Mexico City on a high school Spanish trip. Our teacher who was born in Mexico told us what to expect. Her advice to the boys was, no pink shirts, or people will think you’re gay and gays aren’t accepted. I sputtered in disbelief when she said that. I […]
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Supergringa in Spain: A Travel Memoir Hi, this is Supergringa. Don’t travel with a mountain of suitcases like I did (7!). Grab your fake flamenco, a pair of Levi’s and hit the road! What’s Fake Flamenco? Don’t leave home without it! Need real flamenco? ¡Olé! Carmen de las Cuevas Granada
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The Poems of Sam Bartle
Fake Flamenco 