Intermediate Archives

Guía del barrio más cool de México City: La Roma

Attention all cinephiles and wanderlust enthusiasts! Ready to embark on a journey to the most cinematic destination in Mexico? If you’ve seen Alfonso Cuaron’s masterpiece ‘Roma’, you’ll understand how this city has a classic aura that transports you back to a romantic past. However, the reality is that Mexico City has rapidly changed over the years. That’s why I invite you to join me in exploring this vibrant , quarter. And also learn how to talk about the changes in time and history by mastering the Present and Imperfect Tenses in Spanish. So pack your bags, grab your camera, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Cómo seguir una receta: utensilios de cocina en español

Hispanic-American culture is a tasty combination of colours and flavours. African colours from the Caribbean and the American west coast blend with the Arab influence in Spain. Native communities and western influences combine to make a colourful stained glass window. Hispanic culture is diverse and can be seen in art, language, and of course, gastronomy. Take a taste of this amazing culture! Get to know the main dishes of the Hispanic world as you learn about basic kitchenware.

La calavera más sofisticada: ¿conoces a La Catrina?

On November 1st and 2nd, Mexicans celebrate the Day of the Dead, adding offerings to their homes to honor the dead and welcome them back. One of its main symbols is “La Catrina”: a skull dressed elegantly in a colorful hat. Did you know this character isn’t directly related to Day of the Dead? Instead, it comes from social criticism. Would you like to know more? Check out this post! Also, the preterite can inspire you to talk about departed loved ones. Don’t panic! I’ll guide you all the way through with the downloadable grammar guide.

12 cosas que los hispanos tenemos en común

Hispanic culture is diverse and different from country to country. There are, however, some things that all Hispanics have in common. As well as the language, Hispanics share what I call “the art of living”. They know how to live life to the fullest! But… what is the essence of this art of living? This post explores, through 12 paintings, the 12 things that unite Hispanics and make up this wonderful art. You’ll also learn a trick to understanding and creating words in Spanish without memorizing endless lists of vocabulary!

¿El tequila y el mezcal son lo mismo?

The most famous Mexican alcoholic drink is, no doubt, tequila. ¡Ay, ay, ay! Mexican food and drinks are well appreciated around the world, and we won’t discuss their quality. But let’s get serious, is tequila really the Mexican “national” drink? Are there other interesting ones? What about the new sensation: mezcal? In this post, you will learn the difference between tequila and mezcal and you get to know how to use the basic comparative connectors in Spanish.