5 long-standing restaurants. Back to the classics

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Gemma García — No Comments ↓

In 2026, Madrid was awarded 31 Michelin-starred restaurants. But sometimes, you feel like your stomach needs something more classic. Chef Joan Roca said during one of his talks at Madrid Fusión that “every now and then, we need to remember that simple things can be sublime.” This could perfectly apply to the tasty stewed lentils found on the menu at La Ancha. Its menu is purely traditional and focuses on quality products. My favorite? The Spanish omelet with clams and green beans with prawns. Located on Calle Zorrilla. Housed in the stately Hotel Urso, the Casa Felisa restaurant offers traditional,…

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5 Fav Craft Boutiques to fall in love with

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Gemma García — No Comments ↓

Cocol celebrates Spanish craftsmanship with a carefully curated selection of pieces from small producers: wool blankets from Grazalema, traditional vases, and esparto grass baskets. Its blue façade invites you to discover a space that champions quality craftsmanship and also hosts workshops and activities. Located at Costanilla de San Andrés St #18. ETUREL; OR TABLES WITH PERSONALITY You may recognize it from photos of socialites such as Sassa de Osma or from its viral video denouncing the plagiarism of its tablecloths. Either way, Eturel is a must for lovers of craftsmanship. Its pieces are made entirely in Madrid, using traditional techniques…

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5 Gluten-free restaurants in Madrid perfect for celiacs

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Gemma García — No Comments ↓

Italian, Japanese, or Mediterranean: the number of gluten-free restaurants in Madrid is constantly growing. ARTEMISA Artemisa opened in the 90s, when vegetarian options in the capital were limited. Since 2016 they added to this a 100% gluten-free menu and is now one of the reference restaurants for celiacs. In addition to the menu of the day, its green nettle cream, salads, vegetable croquettes, Farah Dibah cake, Queen of Africa zucchini, pizzas, burgers or tasting dishes are some of the proposals that you are going to find in its two restaurants located in the center of Madrid. 📍 Calle Ventura de…

Antonello and the Blue Background

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Gemma García — No Comments ↓

I would like to start by attributing some of my most profound inspirations and knowledge of paintings to my great Professor Isabel Alonso. She is responsible for having provoked curiosity in me; further deepening my passion for the art collections found in The Prado Museum. One of her favorite masterpieces is “Dead Christ Held by an Angel”, by Antonello da Messina, that today, thanks to the preparation of a new temporary exhibition, has been moved closer to Tiziano and shines with the deep blue background that it is placed before. Alexander Dumas (Villers-Cotterts, 1802-1870, Puys) tells a story of Michael…

Dal visibile all’invisibile

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Gemma García — No Comments ↓

Alcuni anni fa un’amica mi fece conoscere il dipinto di Antonello da Messina la “Pietà” conservato nel Museo del Prado. L’emozione che suscitò in me la vista dell’Angelo che sostiene Cristo morto tra le sue braccia è difficile da esprimere a parole. La piccola tavola entrò a far parte delle collezioni del Museo nel 1967 e attualmente si trova esposto nella magnifica mostra “Un luogo di memoria 1819-2019”. Antonello da Messina è probabilmente il più importante pittore rinascimentale dell’Italia meridionale, conosciuto per la precoce ricezione della tecnica fiamminga della pittura ad olio (Giorgio Vasari nelle sue Vite lo riteneva diretto…

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