Bon dia! Political turbulence and protest this week as Valencia’s regional parliament decides on a new President. On Wednesday, November 25, a protest against gender-based violence will gather at Puerta de la Mar. On Saturday, November 29, another mass protest is planned at Plaza del Ayuntamiento, demanding accountability from former president Carlos Mazón. Politics First…
Buen finde!Valencia switches on the Christmas lights early this year — with live music, fireworks, and the full fallera court on hand to flip the switch. If you’re planning to go, bundle up: Aemet forecasts temperatures dropping to around 5º as Arctic air sweeps across the peninsula. For those finalising Thanksgiving plans, I’ve also added…
Bon dia! Valencia is gearing up for Christmas — a full two weeks earlier than last year. Christmas lights will be illuminated on Friday, 21 November, and the ice-skating rink is expected to be installed as well, reports Valencia Extra. Temperatures are also expected to drop into the single digits this week, says Aemet. Bundle…
By popular demand! After a lively chat about vegetarian spots, here’s a roundup of our community’s favorite veggie-friendly places — tested and approved by members! If you discover a new one, let us know and we’ll add it to the list. Best Veggie Brunches Let It Bloom – Ruzafa100% plant-based brunches with great tostadas, recommended…
Buen Finde! Autumn cold is setting in this weekend, and Aemet is forecasting the arrival of the seasonal calima — a Saharan wind that carries fine sand across the Mediterranean. According to Las Provincias, there’s even a chance of “blood rain,” when orange dust particles tint the rainfall. Despite the hazy skies, it’s a full…
Bon dia! Valencia faces a week of political limbo after Carlos Mazón’s resignation, as parties wrangle over his replacement amid the fallout from last year’s DANA. Still, the city found lighter moments — pop stars lit up Roig Arena and a baby rhino arrived at the Bioparc. This week, we’re also launching a new feature…