Five traditions you didn’t know about Christmas in Catalonia
Christmas in Catalonia is different! Many Catalan traditions seem very weird to foreigners, but all of them have an interesting origin. Find out about them! [...]
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A student's perspective & guide to the authentic study abroad experience.
Study Abroad in Barcelona with ALBA: Best tips to enjoy the city like a local
Study Abroad in Barcelona and use these tips every day By Valentina Holjevac Like in any other bigger city, you should be aware at all times of where your [...]
La Castanyada
"Fall is Here, Hear the Yell…" The famous line from The White Stripes song ‘Fall is here, hear the yell’ makes the transition from summer to fall more fun. [...]
Eat Like A Local: “Patatas Bravas Recipe”
"Patatas Bravas" - perfect for any occasion Learn how to prepare these delicious potatoes. Difficulty of making patatas bravas: very easy Time: 45min Serves: 4 Ingredients For [...]
Eat Like A Local: “Gazpacho recipe “
Gazpacho or Spanish Cold Tomato Soup… Learn how to prepare this amazing soup. Difficulty of the gazpacho: very easy Preparation time: 10 mins Serves: 4 people Ingredients for the [...]
Eat Like A Local: “Pa Amb Tomàquet “
To truly be immersed while living a study abroad experience in Barcelona, you better start by eating like a local. Here's a traditional Catalan recipe for "Pa Amb Tomàquet". "Pa [...]