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January 2015
Spanish Craft Beer Tasting at La Buena Cerveza
On Friday, Jan. 16th, get ready for an international craft beer tasting at La Buena Cerveza, our favourite beer shop in Chueca. This 2-hour tasting costs 15€ per person. You'll end up a bit tipsy, but don't worry, as tapas are served with every round. This is also a good way to learn some new Spanish vocabulary -- do you know how to say wheat, malt and hops? Also check out our full post on this shop: La Buena Cerveza: all things beer.…
Find out more »Desperate Literature – Hot Cocktails & Warm Books at 8pm
On Thursday evening at 8pm, the guys at Desperate Literature, our favorite bookshop in Madrid, would like to treat you to some mulled wine, cider and whiskey. There will be music too. Can you really say no to that? Located near metros Santo Domingo and Opera, if you've never been to this wonderful second-hand bookstore or don't know the story behind it, then check out our full post on it here. This place is very special and worth a visit for a number…
Find out more »Gastrofestival Madrid — a 2-week city-wide food celebration!
Madrid will be celebrating food culture for two full weeks! GastroFestival is an event that brings together more than 400 restaurants and bars to offer a delightful array of food-inspired opportunities, from tapas tastings to workshops, with one sole purpose -- TO CELEBRATE FOOD! Madrid Fusión and the Ayuntamiento de Madrid (Madrid's city hall) are the organizers we should be thanking. If you are in the capital from Jan. 31 - Feb. 15, don't miss this chance to experience Madrid's finest. Check…
Find out more »Tapas Festival at Madrid’s Farmers’ Market — Mercado de Productores in Matadero
One of Madrid's best farmers' markets -- Mercado de Productores -- is held once a month at El Matadero, a cultural hub that was a former slaughterhouse. This weekend you can check out the stands selling local products from around the city and also join in on the market's tapas fair, where tapas made with fresh produce will cost you 1.50€ and you can also vote for your favorite. When:Saturday, Jan. 31st -- 11-7pmSunday, Feb. 1st 11-5pm
Find out more »February 2015
Americana Music Jam at The Toast!
This Sunday, sit back and unwind at The Toast Cafe as you listen to the folkloric sounds of Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Country, and Rock n' Roll. Enjoy free live entertainment and a cozy atmosphere at one of Madrid's cutest cafes. (A perfect way to relax before the week begins!)
Find out more »Naked & Desperate Valentine’s Day Cocktails and Sexy Books
Dear Naked fans, followers and supporters, we're excited to announce our first party to take place on Valentine's Day at Desperate Literature, a charming bookshop in the center of Madrid. Come join us from 7pm onwards to say hello, have a drink and check out the sale on the erotica section before your dinner plans begin. There will be chocolates too.
Find out more »Chueca 108 Creative Festival – Art + Design + Gastronomy
Madrid's liveliest central neighborhood–Chueca–is holding a new festival to showcase creative talent in art, design and gastronomy. The event is called Chueca 108 and set to happen every month. So have a look at their full program! Also check out our article about: La Buena Cerveza, one of the festival's participants.
Find out more »March 2015
Croquette Festival in TriBall neighborhood — Madrid’s new Soho
You have until Saturday 14th of March to enjoy the first edition of the Jornada Gastronómica de la Croqueta in TriBall. What's TriBall, might you ask? Created by an association of central businesses, TriBall is the new name for a couple of streets located in Malasaña and Chueca -- quickly becoming the city's coolest place to be -- like Calle Ballesta, Corredora Baja de San Pablo and Valverde. Download here the plan and the restaurants' addresses!
Find out more »Malasaña Market invades Espacio Isla Barceló
This weekend, Malasaña's spirit will invade Espacio Isla Barceló, a huge market and events space near Tribunal. Expect the venue to be full of clothing stands, food stalls, art, and much more.
Find out more »Gastro Bacchus — a celebration of wine and tapas (for 4€!) in Barrio de las Letras
Taking advantage of the Bacchus International Wine Awards, Gastro Bacchus festival will be taking place in 16 restaurants in Madrid's central neighborhood — Barrio de las Letras — from March 17th - 23rd. So, enjoy eating tapas with a glass of wine for only 4€!!
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