Doctor Steam (4.6/5)

Doctor Steam is the fantastic combination of a bar/café and cinema. It is located on Calle Olivar, 17 in Lavapiés and the love for the big screen is obvious from Frankenstein's bride painted on the outside to the art on the inside walls. The art changes on a consistent basis. For instance, this month there …

Cafelito (3.4/5)

A few weeks ago, two friends and I went to Cafelito for my first time. It's located on Calle Sombrerete, 20 in Lavapiés. We were able to snag a table close to the entrance that allowed a lot of natural light in. Towards the back there are more tables available but don't expect to get …

La Chispa (evento)

This is an event that combines my love of drinks, trying new places, and connecting with people. The organizers have the audience vote on the topic for the next event, then ask people to contribute stories in Spanish and English in relation to the chosen topic. Two stories in Spanish and two in English are …

The Harp (4.2/5)

I went to The Harp (Calle de las Huertas, 63) on Saturday night with two friends. It was a cool find! I felt like I had walked through a wall to a different era or world as it felt so completely isolated from the outside. They had four beers on tap, including Cibeles and Guinness. …

Drink Goals

Enjoying a drink and socializing is something that almost everyone can agree upon, whether it be a coffee, a beer, a wine, or a cocktail. For the last three years, I have challenged myself to try a new place out every week, mainly in Madrid where I live. The rules are pretty simple: the week …