The Cheap In Madrid Blog

Free Concert Tonight: Modus Novus

Carmen — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:57:41 +0000

This Madrid Orchestral Group, directed by Santiago Serrate, will be playing special pieces by composers Jacobo Durán-Loriga, Benet Casablancas & Hans Werner Henze. They will be performing tonight Monday, February 26th @ 7:30pm in the Nouvel Building of the Reina Sofía Museum, directly behind the cafeteria. Early arrival is recommended before doors open @ approx. 7:00pm.

Illustrations Expo: Stories in the Story

Sarah — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 07:22:22 +0000

The Instituto Cultural Rumano and Clubul Ilustratorilor are collaborating various institutions and governmental departments in Madrid to bring us this exposition of illustration of tales called Historias en la Historia (Stories in the story).The themes in these illustrations cover issues of beliefs, thoughts and glories that define a society. Each illustration transmits 2 stories, one [...]

Expat Interview:Daniel Arenas

Sarah — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 06:26:33 +0000

This month, CiM Blog interviews an expat who hails all the way from Canada and who also has Spanish roots about half an hour´s drive from Madrid. His name is Daniel Arenas(DA) and he is also a local Ambassador for Madrid´s chapter of InterNations. CiM:What brought you to Madrid? DA:I came to Madrid in 2007 [...]

No Egg Omelette Workshop

Carmen — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 15:24:58 +0000

What? No eggs? That’s not an omelette! Never judge a recipe before you try it. You might surprisingly like it. Learn to make the classic Spanish dish with a vegan twist tomorrow Sunday, February 26th. Located in Koala on Calle de Adelfas, 26. Metro: Pacifico. Starts @ 6:30pm

Wine Tasting Course

Sarah — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 14:51:16 +0000

Wine Popy has long been one of the major wine shops in Madrid. It has a great reputation as a result of a huge number of accessories for wine lovers as well winemaking appellations of origin and numerous Spanish and foreign wines. Lately it has become even more popular for its wine tasting sessions. Many locals and tourists have been introduced to winery at this venue [...]

Restaurant Review & Recommendation

Carmen — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:39:47 +0000

Kim Bu Mbu located in the Chueca neighbood on Calle de Colmenares 7, serves exquisite Sub-Saharan meals in a beautifully decorated ambiance with unique chairs that pull out from under the tables with cubbies underneath to store coats & bags. Great for groups to try the menú de degustación which is massive, includes two refreshments [...]

Collage Expo: Deep End

Sarah — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:30:57 +0000

The name of this exposition was inspired by the narrative of J.G. Ballard called “Deep End” .It is the title of a story by this author of science fiction translated into Spanish as “Sunset”. The artists Botto & Bruno select pictures, cut them out, then recompose them manually in a puzzle of trial and error [...]

Friday: Free Catalan Concert

Carmen — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:40:42 +0000

The Blanquerna Cultural Centre aims at propagating the Catalan culture in Madrid who works to raise awareness of the historical and cultural reality of Catalonia in Madrid and create conditions to facilitate cultural exchange, increase the mutual understanding and contribute to dialogue, understanding and respect among all citizens of Spain. To make a success of these purposes, [...]

RE-Carnival Party!

Sheila — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:47 +0000

This Friday, February 24th there will be a RE-Carnival Party to re-celebrate Carnival, just in case you didn’t get enough last weekend! MadridBabel is hosting it from 21.00 to 1:30 at Bluefields (Príncipe de Vergara 128, metro Cruz del Rayo). There will be great music, a friendly international atmosphere, and even a costume competition. It [...]

Personal Image Consultants and Hair-Do

Sarah — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:09:36 +0000

Are you tired of always wearing the same haircut? Do you need a makeover? Do not worry because Alex´s Estilistas (Alex´s Stylists) have the perfect solution to your problem. If you want a radical change of image Alex’s stylists and qualified staff will advise you on what is perfect for you, so you can get more out of your beauty. Alex´s Estilistas conduct their work with extensive industry experience, Alex’s stylists will share with [...]