Second Trip to Spain | 88 Hours of Exploration, Rediscovering a Different Madrid
Hola! After nine years, I'm back to my first love—Madrid, the first European city I ever visited. My feelings: excitement mixed with nervousness!
Excitement needs no explanation, but the nervousness of "being more timid when nearing home" came from worrying how much she had changed in these nine years—would I even recognize her?
Last time in Spain, I spent five days in Madrid, covering all the main attractions and also taking time to soak in the city's romantic, laid-back charm. This time, we have 88 hours to try a different approach and rediscover Madrid in a new light.
Flying from Guangzhou overnight, we landed on a sunny Madrid morning.
The customs officer glanced at my passport, smiled, and said, "Ni hao."
—The sunny and warm Spain—I truly felt like I was coming home!
City Madrid
In my camera, the Plaza Mayor from 2015 was half under renovation. This time, there were no barriers at all. The weather was still so clear; around two or three in the afternoon, lunchtime, the square was full of people enjoying the outdoors.
During my previous visit to Spain, I focused on leisurely museum visits, enjoying food and a slow pace of life. This time, I was pleasantly surprised to find that Madrid, which once seemed only ambitious about art collections, has gradually become a luxury travel destination in Europe. Even the literary and artistic neighborhoods have quietly become great for exploring, photo-taking, and shopping!
In the slightly chilly March, almond trees on Madrid's streets burst into full white blossoms, making every corner a picture-perfect spot. A gentle breeze sends petals falling like an "apricot blossom rain"—perhaps this is the most romantic look of Madrid in spring.
With an 88-hour city exploration, let me show you what new discoveries we made.
Galería de las Colecciones Reales
Royal Collections Museum
In Madrid, you must see the Royal Palace. It's the city's highest point and its birthplace. Our hotel happened to be near the palace, so after dinner we took a stroll and saw the palace at night—more mysterious than in daytime.
But the star of this return trip wasn't the palace, but the heavyweight museum right across from it—the Royal Collections Museum, which officially opened last June.
This museum cleverly uses surrounding light patterns and architectural lines. Even though it's been open less than a year, it has already won 10 spatial environment design awards.
Royal family members have always been the most important collectors in history, and now their collections belong to Spain's National Heritage agency. If you think the museum displays all the important royal collections, you underestimate their wealth. In this 40,000+ square meter space (equivalent to the Prado and Thyssen combined), we see only 600+ of the 170,000 royal artifacts. The museum rotates exhibits regularly by theme and also exchanges with other museums, so there's always something new.
Photography without flash is allowed inside, so you can capture every royal treasure on your phone and take it home.
The museum has four floors (above and below ground). The visitor route is divided into two floors: the Habsburg and Bourbon dynasties. The entrance, shop, and outdoor restaurant are on the ground floor, while temporary exhibitions and the exit are on B3.
At the entrance are four wooden columns used to support the canopy of Baroque architecture, made by the most famous Baroque sculptor. They are entwined with golden vine motifs and carved with exquisite patterns, soaring like dragons—setting the tone for the entire exhibition.
The royal carriages are also displayed in great detail, in a special temporary exhibition hall on B3. From their size, style, interior comfort, and changes over time—even the development from small carriages to modern cars—you can glimpse the history of European royalty.
One third of the exhibits rotate regularly, including paintings, tapestries, sculptures, carriages, furniture, jewelry, royal costumes, palace models, and masterpieces by Caravaggio, Cervantes, Velázquez, and others. These precious items showcase the rich and luxurious life of the Spanish royal family, and we should thank later generations for preserving them so well, allowing us to wander through the art halls created by the masters.
Unsurprisingly, exquisite Asian artifacts also appear in the Spanish royal collection.
Bottom left: Caravaggio, who examined himself three times daily, was unique. Other painters would place themselves in a good spot in the composition—who would depict themselves as decapitated?
Bottom right: This is a wood sculpture titled "Archangel Michael Defeating the Devil" by Luisa Roldán, the first female court sculptor in Spain, created in 1692. It is said that at that time, female artists were not allowed to sign their real names on their works; her talent and privilege were truly unique.
The new museum excels in digital and interactive features. Four large screens transport you to the glorious and wealthy royal life of the past. The floors are connected by barrier-free ramps instead of traditional stairs (don't worry, elevators are also available), allowing visitors to rest their eyes from viewing paintings, and at each turn, screens rotate displays of royal treasures and portraits, making the experience comprehensive.
For those who wanted an elevator, here it is. The photo below shows an elevator so huge—it can hold 120 people at once, bigger than my living room! This elevator is designed for group visitors, so they don't have to wait in batches.
Another thoughtful design detail: a portable folding chair. Visitors can take one, open it when you find a piece you want to admire, and sit without getting tired.
A tip: don't leave too quickly after the tour. The museum shop at the entrance is worth a stop. Their merchandise doesn't just imprint patterns on fridge magnets and canvas bags; they carefully extract patterns and motifs from royal collections and embed them into daily items, incorporating more creativity and craftsmanship than typical museum souvenirs.
This sunny outdoor space below will become a dining and reception area for visitors to rest or host large events. Compared to the cramped spaces of old museums, the "floor plan" of this new museum is indeed next level!
Museo del Prado
Prado Museum
As one of the world's three major art museums, the Prado houses the most comprehensive and authoritative collection of Spanish paintings and sculptures, along with countless works from other countries and periods. Since the collection rotates and is constantly updated, you almost never step into the same Prado twice, so even on a second visit to Madrid, this is a must-see.
This neoclassical building was completed in the 18th century and sits quietly on the bustling Paseo del Prado. Because most of the collection originally came from royal family members, the style and content were deeply influenced by the Spanish court, offering many court paintings and works reflecting royal aesthetics.
After seeing the statue of Venus (goddess of love) cheating on Mars, and taking the elevator upstairs, photography is no longer allowed in the subsequent galleries. This actually relieves visitors, allowing them to focus entirely on the world-class artworks.
But I grabbed a few pictures of the museum's top treasures from their website; let's take a look.
Diego Rodríguez de Silva y Velázquez's "Las Meninas" is one of the world's three most famous paintings (along with da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" and Rembrandt's "The Night Watch")—at least according to one ranking.
When you stand before the huge original, the little princess is only about waist-high, and the proportions of the painting mirror real life, giving the illusion that you have stepped into the artwork.
Velázquez was commissioned to paint a court life scene. The arrangement and placement of the figures in which setting has been a subject of historical debate and controversy—it is said that he liked the little princess a lot and, instead of placing the king and queen at the center as in traditional court paintings, he reduced them and placed them in a mirror (maybe the painting is from their perspective?). He made the princess the main subject and painted himself larger than the king and queen. Does this composition imply that King Philip IV was a weak ruler? The two dwarfs on the right also hint at the decadence of the era.
"The Garden of Earthly Delights" is a triptych by the early Netherlandish painter Hieronymus Bosch, measuring 4 by 2 meters. At first glance, the colors are vibrant and the imagery lively; from left to right, it follows the theme of "Eden—Earthly Delights—Hell," showcasing the artist's powerful compositional skills. On closer inspection, it depicts a religious theme with exaggerated, mysterious imagination. The expressions of the characters, the hints and layers of elements, create a strong visual impact and unique perspective.
Francisco Goya is the "landlord" of this museum; his works could fill an entire gallery. Even if you don't know art history, you'll be drawn by his unique subjects and eccentric style. His "The Nude Maja" is the first nude portrait in Spain and was a controversial work that challenged tradition and opened a new era. The woman's head belongs to a noble duchess, but because of societal constraints, the duchess couldn't pose nude, so the painter hired a prostitute with a beautiful body as a stand-in.
Artistically, she lies on a divan in a languid yet relaxed pose, bathed in soft light. The painter's gentle brushstrokes, combined with her partly shy, partly bold expression and posture, vividly and subtly reveal the harmonious rhythm and graceful form of the female nude.
Next to it hangs "The Clothed Maja," which somehow loses much of that charm.
Rubens' "The Three Graces." The three "goddesses" might look out of shape by today's standards, but back then they embodied vitality and strength within the secular world. The fleshy nudes with rich, vibrant colors belong to the exaggerated and licentious dynamic beauty of the Baroque.
Without a guide, you wouldn't know that two of the models were the painter's late wife and his second wife. Rubens was very generous. If they could see today how their bodies were painted so plump, would they be angry?
Estadio Santiago Bernabéu
For many boys, Madrid means Real Madrid—how can you visit Madrid without paying homage to the home of this world-famous club that drives so many crazy?
Since 2020, the Bernabéu Stadium has been undergoing a complete renovation inside and out. Its new steel facade looks like an impenetrable spaceship.
The club was founded in 1902 as "Madrid Football Club" and officially renamed "Real Madrid" in 1920. Inside the club museum, you first see a crowd queuing for photos; squeeze in and you'll see a replica of the 2022 Champions League trophy (the real one is displayed further inside).
The club museum has several sections covering the club's history from its founding in the early 20th century to key milestones. Next to the timeline wall, there are Zidane's boots on display. I got a bit excited; he was my favorite Real Madrid star! Many people associate Real Madrid with soccer, but the club's basketball team also achieves great success.
I thought we'd see a big lawn, but the interior renovations aren't fully finished yet.
In the past, the Bernabéu could only host soccer matches; to protect the pitch, it could hardly host other large events. Now, after renovation, the turf can be moved vertically 60 meters underground to a greenhouse for maintenance, and a large platform replaces it. The venue can hold 81,000 spectators and host concerts, basketball games, tennis matches, etc.—more activities to keep it alive.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Madrid stop is confirmed for May 30 at this stadium. The metro station will also be renovated with a new Real Madrid theme by then. Real Madrid fans can wait for the renovation to finish and come see a match!
Like other attractions, the souvenir shop is at the exit. Jerseys, shoes, bags, fridge magnets—fans can take home a piece of the passion.
Centro Centro Cultural Center
After the Prado, heading toward the most artistic "Paisaje de la Luz" (Landscape of Light) neighborhood, you reach the former post office building, now adapted as the Centro Centro cultural center, which also houses the city government offices.
From the outside, it's a classic, luxurious building. But today I want to unveil the treasure on its rooftop: for just 3 euros, you can take the elevator to the top floor (8th floor) for a 360-degree panoramic view from the Mirador Madrid observation deck.
From here, you can overlook the entire "Paisaje de la Luz" neighborhood, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2021. It includes the Retiro Park and the Paseo del Prado area, with cultural landscapes and beautiful natural scenery, plus the Royal Botanical Garden, seven museums and galleries, including Madrid's famous Art Triangle (three major museums: Museo Nacional del Prado, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza).
From this vantage point, you can see a huge Spanish flag fluttering slowly in the distance—the largest flag in Spain, weighing 70 kg (154 lbs). After Real Madrid wins a championship, the square below becomes the most vibrant gathering place for fans to celebrate.
El Corte Inglés
El Corte Inglés department store, affectionately known as "the English Court" (or "British Palace"), is a must for shopaholics—if you haven't heard of it, you're not a true shopping fanatic. This is a giant department store chain with locations in Spain and Portugal; its headquarters is in Madrid, and there was also a branch in Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands.
Beyond its wide reach, its size is so huge that even professional shoppers can do one-stop shopping. International luxury brands, local European niche designer labels, luxury and affordable items all have counters. Perfumes and cosmetics not available in China, clothing brands that often run out of small sizes—here you can finally try them on and buy them.
I could spend an entire afternoon just in the women's section… Basics for everyday wear, elegant and fairy-like dresses, outdoor brands—every different version of me needs a new skin.
You have to bring some "local specialties" back from Spain. LOEWE really knows how to display. Seeing such a beautifully colored booth, even without a shopping plan, you'd want to go in for a look.
Many brands that aren't popular in China yet or hard to try out in China are available here, so you can test all their classic pieces. Prices are definitely better than buying from Chinese resellers.
They offer a personal shopping service for 300 euros per session, but this amount can be deducted from your purchases. If you end up buying nothing, you pay the 300 euro service fee. If you buy something and the fee is offset, the one-on-one personal shopping service is essentially free.
The tax refund area on the basement level of El Corte Inglés is for international tourists (Pic 1 below). There is also a dedicated shopping consultation and tax refund area for Chinese customers (Pic 2), with Mandarin-speaking staff, so you don't have to worry about understanding the policy or queuing at the airport early (customs still needs to inspect the goods).
Oh, and besides tax refund, get a visitor loyalty card before shopping. Every purchase gives you 10% cashback on the card, usable for your next purchase (ask the store if it's applicable before buying). For example, buy a 1200-euro bag, get 120 euros back, use that to buy shoes, get another 12 euros back, then buy some food… It's like a 10% discount—who wouldn't be tempted?
El Corte Inglés's gourmet supermarket, La Barra del Gourmet, is also a treasure!
Spain is among the world's top three wine-producing countries. The supermarket's wine shelves are dazzling, organized by variety and region—easy to navigate. Wine lovers are like mice in a rice jar! Higher-priced wines rest in temperature- and humidity-controlled cabinets; there are also plenty of options between 30 and 50 euros. In another supermarket, you can find daily-drinking wines between 8 and 20 euros that are delicious and affordable.
Wine isn't enough—I want ham freedom too!
We had lunch directly in the supermarket, mostly Spanish tapas: croquettes, fried squid, etc. Small portions but great flavor—perfect for opening a bottle of wine when tired from shopping, sitting down to replenish energy.
Galería Canalejas
If you have a clear shopping goal in Madrid—specifically bags, watches, or shoes—I recommend the newly renovated luxury landmark on Calle de Sevilla: Galería Canalejas, opened in 2022. This shopping center is made up of seven historic buildings, preserving their facades while completely renovating the interiors. It was once home to famous banks, magazines, and international insurance companies, witnessing the city's history. Even if you buy nothing, just browsing here gives you an air of sophistication.
The shopping center retains many handcrafted, historical touches, like the glass lamps overhead—each piece is handmade blown glass from a century ago; if one breaks, it's gone forever.
A 19-ton safe is a great photo spot; its contents change periodically.
The mall has three shopping floors: basement (-1) is dining, ground floor (0) and first floor (1) have 20+ luxury brands. Above are the Four Seasons Hotel and private residences. With any purchase, you get two hours of free parking—400 parking spaces are quite a luxury in central Madrid.
There are brands like Hermès and Rolex for the elite, as well as Aquazzura and Jil Sander for sophisticated ladies, plus one-on-one VIP personal shopping service (free with advance booking). When you're unsure about colors or styles, professional advice can help. It's said that celebrities book a private VIP room, where staff bring desired items for you to try while you sit sipping champagne, with a private restroom passage—total privacy.
The basement has over 30 restaurants and bars offering all-day dining options, including a Chinese restaurant focusing on Cantonese cuisine, seafood paella or steakhouse, fast food or fine dining—all enriching Madrid's culinary scene.
That night we tried St. James, sampling seafood paella, fish steak, and burgers. We can confirm no bad dishes—all delicious. Appetizers were also surprising.
After the department store, is that it? No, it's just the beginning. We'll explore century-old shops, artisan workshops, and niche designer brands one by one!
Capa Senseña
Located in Madrid's Literary Quarter, Capa Senseña is a century-old shop specializing in capes and shawls. Even Picasso and Michael Jackson were their customers.
They still use traditional materials and methods. The merino wool comes from the town of Béjar, making the capes waterproof and windproof, and very stylish. Originally men's garments, from the 1960s onward, more women's styles in various colors appeared. Now they even have a dedicated designer for women's styles.
We were fortunate to go upstairs to their workshop, where Carmen (in the photo below), the fourth-generation owner, performs the final and most crucial step of cutting. Height is the most important custom measurement because the same cape can fit both a thin and a heavy person. Style, size, and color can be customized. Classic capes cost 800–2,000 euros each, while everyday styles are 300–700 euros. If it didn't take about a month for my order, I'd have been tempted to whip out my card.
Come and get a fully handmade cape, taking two weeks to make, and wear the same style as great writers and artists!
Andres Gallardo
This shop with a Snoopy outside and a low-key facade is already famous across continents, particularly in China. Xiaohongshu is full of posts from resellers and shopping hauls.
It started as a ceramic workshop in 2011. Originally online only, selling worldwide, it later grew and opened its first—and currently only—physical store in Madrid. The designer loves animals, using wild imagination to create various animal series: lion heads, leopard heads, cat heads, rabbit heads, etc., made into necklaces, earrings, jewelry, shoes, and bags—cute, bold, and with a unique brand identity. Their ceramic cat head necklace was the best-selling item last year, opening up the market.
Real Fábrica
This brand started online in 2014 and opened its own physical store in 2018, acting as a concept store.
Following organic, eco-friendly, and bio-friendly principles, it gathers brands of pharmacy products, candies, additive-free foods, hand-woven bags and shoes, as well as local wines, ham, etc. The most iconic product is a large shawl made of pure wool—wrapping it around you feels incredibly warm both visually and physically.
If you can't come to Spain, they have a worldwide shipping website; interested friends can shop online.
If you like this kind of store, I recommend the Salamanca district, known as the "Golden Mile." Within a short distance, you'll find countless boutique shops—a must for shopaholics!
The next three shops are all in the Salamanca district; just search the names for directions.
Ladenac Milano
This is a luxury fragrance store. Why "Milano"? Actually, the founder is Spanish. After getting inspiration in Milan, Italy, he returned to Spain and created the brand Ladenac—read it backwards, it's "candela" (candle)!
They sell candles, diffusers, and essential oils. Each series has many different scents, diffused in different forms and shapes, with aesthetically pleasing designs. The materials are mostly organic and recyclable: candle wax includes beeswax, coconut oil, etc., with no synthetic compounds. During the pandemic, when imported materials were hard to get, they even developed a rice milk substitute. The wicks are 100% cotton. I love browsing local niche brands like this—the warmth and ingenuity they carry are more endearing than international luxury brands available everywhere.
I took home a black wax candle called "Barrio de Salamanca." The designer used the night as a backdrop; when lit, the flame flickers in the dark atmosphere, and the refined scent of Salamanca slowly spreads through the air. Fragrance can express yourself, or preserve a memorable travel memory.
They also have an online store, but I recommend visiting the physical store in Madrid to personally test which scent you like best, and to choose suitable fragrances as gifts for family and friends.
La Pajarita
"La Pajarita" means "little bird" (or "bow tie" in some contexts). This is a century-old candy store founded in 1852, now run by the sixth generation.
In Madrid, century-old stores have a small plaque at the entrance, like a medal of honor for brands that have stood the test of time together.
This macaroon-colored candy store has a small front, but inside it preserves many "antiques" over a hundred years old. The display cabinets and furniture, with visible signs of age yet still glossy, the hand-blown glass jars—each unique—even the crystal chandelier takes two hours to clean when disassembled.
But they don't think this slow pace is a problem; on the contrary, time is their pride. In this age, candies that melt quickly in your mouth, yet some still insist on making them by hand using traditional techniques, taking over an hour to produce just 8 kg. And they use only natural raw materials, no artificial flavors or colors—every bite comes from nature. Except for switching from charcoal to electricity (to comply with environmental policies), everything else remains unchanged.
Violets and almond blossoms are the most common flowers in Madrid. La Pajarita makes them, along with roses, into candies—one of their classic product lines. Another classic is chocolate, with several flavors like anise-flavored liqueur and truffle—even friends who usually don't like chocolate can't stop eating them! And then there are 17 different flavors of classic candies—surely one will win your heart.
We went up to their second-floor reception space, furnished with beautiful and ornate furniture, giving a sense of European aristocratic afternoon tea. Enjoying a violet candy with a sip of champagne—the feeling is like a violet blooming in your mouth! It will surely refresh your candy experience. You can buy a box to try at home.
In addition to their own store, they also have outlets in Galería Canalejas and some shopping villages. Although counterfeit candies have appeared on the market, just look for their origami bird logo and you'll know the taste is authentic.
Malababa
Handbag and shoe lovers, gather at Malababa! Their style is so spring-like—bags and shoes with beautiful colors, plus earrings and necklaces in various shapes. Put together a spring outfit!
They also have an online store; interested girls can order online.
Hotel VP Plaza España Design
For this 88 hours in Madrid, we stayed at Hotel VP Plaza España Design, right next to Plaza de España. The location is unbeatable—steps away from the metro, various restaurants, shopping centers, and the palace. Great for fun and comfort. We even spontaneously went downstairs to browse ZARA's new season dresses.
The lobby, stairways on each floor, and even guest rooms are filled with artwork. Many guests check in specifically for these works. From the 4th floor, you can see a massive art installation spanning the 7th to 8th floors, like golden water gushing downwards—quite awe-inspiring.
The breakfast buffet on the 2nd floor was also very comforting! Wide variety and high quality—10 types of fruit alone. Sweet mango brings a tropical feel, and raspberries and avocados are abundant! Sitting by the window, watching the street scene, having a bite of ham and a shot of espresso—ahhh—starting a vibrant city walk day!
The hotel's public areas are mainly on the 1st floor and rooftop. On the 1st floor: indoor pool, plus an outdoor rooftop swimming pool, sauna, gym, and a private SPA. The rooftop restaurant Ginkgo serves Spanish and Japanese cuisine. Enjoying outdoor dining with drinks, overlooking the city and palace views—very chill!
Opened in 2018, it has 214 rooms in 7 categories, with the smallest starting at 30+ sqm. Suites offer 360-degree views of Madrid from the living room, bedroom, bathroom, or even the gym.
Bathroom amenities are full L'Occitane verbena series, and all room types have large bathtubs—no fear of walking 30,000 steps a day!
Corral de la Morería
Although Madrid, the food capital, never disappoints any empty stomach, choosing the right restaurant can elevate the dining experience—for example, enjoying a passionate flamenco show while dining at a Michelin-recommended restaurant?
At Corral de la Morería, the entrance is covered with photos of celebrities and annual awards. The space isn't fancy but has a big reputation. Their three appetizers are small but each leaves a lasting impression, especially the egg custard. The lobster paella is on point—grains separate, fresh and not too salty, lobster meat firm and bouncy. Dessert and a fish main course—but when the dancers started performing, I was so captivated by the flamenco live show that I forgot to take photos.
In any case, they don't neglect food quality despite having a live show to distract you. The dancers are seasoned artists with over a decade of flamenco experience; every move is clean and sharp, each stomp and flick of sweat hits the audience's heart. Food + music + dance—perfect for travelers short on time in Madrid, a one-stop experience.
Restaurant Botín
Founded in 1725, Restaurant Botín will be 300 years old next year, and is certified by Guinness World Records as the oldest restaurant in the world. It is said that the painter Goya once worked here, Hemingway was a regular, and he even mentioned it in his novel "The Sun Also Rises," through the words of Jake Barnes: "Botín is one of the best restaurants in the world!" That's the charm of a century-old establishment—suddenly, you're eating the same dishes as great writers from centuries ago.
The storefront looks small, but it has three floors with narrow stairs. At lunchtime, people start queuing, but most have reservations. Without a reservation during peak hours, you likely won't get in. Off-peak, if you walk in and are lucky, you might get an outdoor table on the ground floor.
As Hemingway wrote, "We had lunch at Botín on the second floor, eating roast suckling pig… drinking three glasses of Rioja." Swap the suckling pig for roast lamb chops, and we perfectly recreated a Hemingway experience that day!
Roast suckling pig and roast lamb chops are the most famous dishes here, ordered by almost every table. It's said that the ancient oven for roasting hasn't been changed, and it's also nearly 300 years old. We each ordered a portion of roast lamb chops. Honestly, the lamb flavor was a bit strong, but for those who like lamb like me, it's perfect!
The chef is truly skilled—crispy skin, fatty and juicy, tender meat. The aroma of fat explodes in your mouth as you eat. I nodded while eating, licking the plate clean. Pair a bite of lamb with a sip of Rioja—I felt like dancing on the spot! Getting praise from a Cantonese person who is picky about meat texture is no easy feat. The portions are generous; a woman could barely finish a main course without any appetizers. But their appetizer salads are huge—if you want to eat light, one appetizer is enough for one person.
La Lonja
Let me recommend another restaurant near the palace: La Lonja. We went at night, and the windows were a bit reflective; during the day, facing the palace, the view must be great. The logo of a small fish suggests seafood is their specialty. The interior is modern and minimalist. We went during off-peak hours and there weren't many people.
Perhaps because we just got off the plane, the food was surprisingly good. The seafood paella is said to be excellent, many people order the seafood platter, and we also had a very good dry red wine—shown in the photo.
La Raimunda
Looking for a restaurant with a great dining atmosphere in central Madrid? Try La Raimunda. It's filled with beautiful tropical plants, creating a rainforest dining vibe. Some tables offer great privacy, ideal for a serious meal with important friends.
The service is attentive and friendly; they keep an eye on your glass and come smiling with the bottle when it's nearly empty. We ordered food to share, trying different flavors. The black truffle oxtail lasagna left a strong impression.
Finally, thank you to the Spanish Tourist Board and the Madrid Tourist Board for hosting us throughout. Eating, drinking, having fun, even shopping—we enjoyed it all. Next time, we'll be back!
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