Tag Archives: Wine

Madrid Flamenco at La Taberna de Mister Pinkleton

Posted on December 19, 2014 by MadridMan

Last Friday night I had the distinct pleasure of watching Madrid Flamenco at La Taberna de Mister Pinkleton, located a few doors down from the “Arco de Cuchilleros” of the Plaza Mayor on the Calle de Cuchilleros, 7. Having walked … Continue reading →

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Langostinos – FAT Shrimp for Friday Night Dinner in Madrid

Posted on March 16, 2012 by MadridMan

Growing up in the rural Ohio, USA, “America’s Heartland“, eating shrimp was a near-luxury, something you only got if you went to the Red Lobster family restaurant in the next town. If you went to “the big city”, however, you … Continue reading →

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Tapas Crawl in Madrid

Posted on February 23, 2010 by MadridMan

What a wonderful Monday evening I had last night in old downtown Madrid. About 2 weeks ago I get this email from a couple of Americans with the subject line, “Show us the ropes for free tapas and drinks?” Talk … Continue reading →

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Neighborhood Madrid Restaurant Sells to Foreigners

Posted on January 29, 2010 by MadridMan

I’m a little sad. Today is their last day. My favorite neighborhood bar, Restaurante Las Damas on Calle Fortuna, 5, in Madrid, the one where I have lunch once a week, has sold to foreigners. WHY to foreigners? Because the … Continue reading →

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How Bad is a 90 Cent Bottle of Spanish Wine?

Posted on January 15, 2010 by MadridMan

This was PURELY a scientific study. No, REALLY, it was! Today, I was at my Madrid neighborhood supermarket doing my usual Friday shopping for the weekend. Since I always buy a bottle or two of Spanish wine, usually the reliable … Continue reading →

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