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Spain’s wine isn’t just a tasting note—it’s a way of living that turns an ordinary lunch into a small celebration. We dive into the everyday elegance of drinking by the glass, the surprising value you can find under ten euros, and the regional gems that make Spain a world leader by vineyard area and character. From cava’s crisp sparkle to buttery local whites and deep, contemplative reds, we sketch a map you can actually drink, matching mood and meal without the snobbery.

We share a favourite field trip: Masos de Guadalest, a family micro-winery tucked into the mountains near Guadalest. It’s intimate, thoughtful, and beautifully run—a place where three-wine tastings come with simple tapas, olive oil flights, and a tour that explains why staying small keeps quality high. The family’s project doubles as rural revival, proving that craft hospitality can bring life back to mountain towns without losing authenticity. Think curated experiences, fair pricing, and a view you’ll carry home with the bottles.

Along the way, we weigh tortilla against the briny punch of a gilda, admit our rosé reluctance, and celebrate the joy of cava at any hour. We chart the must-know regions—Rioja’s age-worthy tempranillo, Catalonia’s traditional-method sparkling, Galicia’s seafood-loving Albariño, and the Basque Country’s zippy Txakoli poured from a height. Then our slice of life takes a lively detour to Trinidad Carnival prep, complete with a mango chow that set our mouths on fire and a shout-out to our band and costumes. It’s all tied together by a Spanish phrase we love: al pan, pan; y al vino, vino—call things what they are, including your taste.

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Beauty shouldn’t feel like a secret handshake. In this episode, we open the door on Spain’s beauty and wellness scene — where confidence is built through transparency, cultural openness, and access that feels refreshingly normal.

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From PRP for hair and skin to the polynucleotide treatments everyone’s whispering about, we break down real costs, honest results, and how to book smartly in Spain without the gatekeeping.

We share first-hand experience about how Spain’s private dermatology system makes high-quality care genuinely accessible.

We also explore the full spectrum of clinics, from neighbourhood medispas to elite longevity centres offering full diagnostics and personalised health roadmaps.

Not into needles? We spotlight an unexpected Spanish beauty favourite hiding in plain sight: Mercadona’s Deliplus line — from makeup dupes and sturdy brushes to pigment-fighting serums and the cult dragon’s blood cream travellers request by name.

Beyond treatments and products, we unpack a cultural shift that feels uniquely Spanish: people openly talk about what they’ve had done. That honesty helps you make better decisions, set realistic expectations, and stop chasing perfection in silence.

We round things out with simple seasonal habits — citrus-forward nutrition, plus early notes on Madrid’s upcoming F1 for anyone pairing self-care with a major city event.

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Looking for a city that gives you history, flavour, and space to breathe? We head to Murcia and find a place where the cathedral hums with local life, tapas are taught in dialect, and style is less about labels and more about respect. We start with a listener’s question on how to pack without shouting “tourist,” then build a practical wardrobe for Spain: neutral layers, a light blazer or trench, flat shoes that can handle cobbles, and a black dress you can dress up or down. The goal isn’t to hide; it’s to show up well in rooms that still care about showing up well.

Our walk lands at the Catedral de Santa María, a time capsule that traces Gothic bones through Renaissance, Baroque, and neoclassical details. Instead of queues and selfie sticks, we find quiet, low-cost entry during museum hours, and a full house for Mass that proves it’s still a working church. A few blocks away, we step into Murcia’s “casino,” which isn’t a casino at all but a 19th‑century social club with Moorish-inspired interiors, salons, and a courtyard that feels like a pocket Alhambra. It’s the kind of building that explains a city’s pride: member-funded, carefully kept, and open to curious visitors.

Food ties it together. We taste pastelitos, learn about paparajote, and dive into tapas that carry grammar lessons: marinera with oil-cured anchovy, marinero with vinegar-cured boquerón, and the matrimonio that marries both. Because Murcia sits in the Orchard of Europe, produce shines, prices stay gentle, and the best finds are often places without perfect ratings but full of locals. Add the Mar Menor coastline, golf, small-town castles like Lorca, spring festivals, Holy Week processions, and concert dates that are kinder on the wallet, and you’ve got a destination that beats the obvious without trying.

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