Celebrity Life

Ignoring all the cliches so often flung at Spanish gastronomy, Madrid has been coming into its own on the global stage. The best restaurants in Madrid offer a sparkling menagerie of cuisines, from the free-spirited creations of Diego Guerrero to the Biblioteca at Santo Mauro helmed by Abel Prudencio Cervantes.  As one of the most... View Article

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May 3 – May 14 Caja Mágica, the Magic Box, was designed by French architect Dominique Perrault and is the only venue in the world which has three courts with retractable roofs. On center court VIP guests can watch world class tennis from the comfort of a box or the skylounge, both of which have... View Article

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JANUARY 24-29 2019 What has long been one of the most important events in the fashion year for Spanish designers and buyers is now attracting increasing numbers of international designers. Madrid Fashion Week is held twice a year at the IFEMA Convention Centre and supermodels adorn the catwalk in everything from party clothes to sportswear.... View Article

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WHEN BEST TO GO Spring and autumn are the recommended seasons for visiting Madrid. In July and August temperatures can reach 40oC and in winter they can drop well below freezing. LOCAL CUSTOMS It is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets of Madrid and smoking is banned in public places. Fines are enforced for... View Article

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  MAY 15, 2016 The Fiesta de San Isidro is Madrid’s largest festival and celebrates the patron saint of the city, who was canonized in 1622. Traditional costume is donned, Cocido Madrileño, the Spanish chickpea delicacy, is dished up, and flamenco dancing and Latin rhythms fill venues across the city center. The festivities also mark... View Article

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  FEBRUARY 24 – 28 2016 Purchasers of cutting-edge Spanish and International modern art head to ARCO Madrid, which is attended by high-profile collectors including Madrid’s Reina Sofía Gallery. In 2011 the fair was opened by their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Asturias, and attracted 180,000 visitors. Before you visit download ARCO’s free... View Article

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We asked Madrid’s top concierges to share their personal recommendations for the perfect day ÁNGEL MASS Chief Concierge, Villa Magna Hotel And President Of Les Clefs D’or In Spain +34 91 587 1234 8am Begin the day with a breakfast buffet in the Villa Magna Restaurant. 10am Why not take a private tour of the... View Article

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