Daily Archives: 23 May 2014

Adjusting to Madrid’s culture

Whenever you study or live in another area, there are bound to some differences in the culture and lifestyle of your new country compared to your old country. Our study abroad program tries to prepare us for this and remind … Continue reading

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Spanish cuisine

Over the last few months we’ve learned a lot about Spanish cuisine and have grown to really enjoy it. One of the best parts of living with a host family is that we get to eat healthy, home-cooked meals and not … Continue reading

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Fiestas of San Isidro and final days in Madrid

May 15, the day before I left for Israel, is known as “Madrid Day”, because it’s the feast of San Isidro, the patron saint of Madrid. Usually the entire weekend is full of fun events that most people go to … Continue reading

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