On 26 July, Spain celebrated El Dia Mundial de los Abuelos. Although the date is different in other countries, this recognition of the crucial role grandparents play in the family and the community is important: they teach; they take care of their children and grandchildren; and they leave behind a lasting legacy.

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With the heat of summer now upon us it's time to get out the recipes for chilled "soups". ​This trio of cold "soups" are appetisers that we enjoy once the weather gets hot:

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The hot weather has continued from May into June, so it looks like the Spanish saying "No quites el sayo hasta el 40 de mayo!" * will not apply this year, as we gave up our "sayos" (woollies) a good week ago. June is also a busy time for eventos, fiestas and ferias.

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The Olive Press has recently published an article about five less well-known places away from the popular big cities, like Barcelona, Granada, Madrid, Málaga, Sevilla, and Valencia. The choices are good ‘uns. I’ve been to all five. Here’s what I think:

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