Andrea Roberts
Spotter since 2017
About me
About Me
I am a teacher and examiner who made a home in Madrid many years ago. I love live music, art, books, travel, food and dancing and am well served for all my interests in Madrid. I live on a special plane where I exist as an eternal tourist (check out Alain de Botton’s book The Art of Travel) who maintains a sense of wonder in a familiar place. I love showing people round my favourite spots in Madrid but am never happier than when I am discovering new gems.
Why Madrid
Madrid seduced me when I first visited, with its untamed and unapologetic Spanishness. We came to look at art and we did, but what we weren’t expecting was how wild the nightlife was, and what incredible energy and stamina the Madrileños possessed when it came to having a good time! The food back then was only ok, or so I thought at the time. Now it is incredible! A foodie’s heaven. Madrid is a noisy place - you get used to it; a dry place (good for the bones!) It is a place that is growingly multi-cultural, and this is reflected in society through the popular medium of food!
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My spots (94)
Bô Coffee
Madrid’s most Instagram-able brekkie
"Bô Coffee" in Madrid is a new coffee shop with a 'healthy not healthy' menu - from avo toast w/ nutritional yeast to incredibly decadent cookies...
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Plaza de Olavide
My favourite Madrid square
"Plaza de Olavide" is one of most laid-back squares you'll find in Madrid, and a place I like spending some time with friends without spending a fortune.
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Roberts
Fundación Mapfre
An art jewel in Madrid
"Fundación Mapfre" in Madrid is an excellently curated exhibition that's very well lit & hung. At a reasonable 3 euros, a great way to spend an hour or so.
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Roberts
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
Madrid, heir to art palace
"Museo Lázaro Galdiano" in Madrid comprises almost 5,000 pieces on display. Here you'll find well-known names and pieces. Free entrance for the last hour.
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Andrea
Roberts
CentroCentro
Iconic landmark with hidden depths
CentroCentro may be Madrid’s city hall, but inside hides a vibrant cultural hub with exhibits, concerts, cafés, and a stunning view from its mirador!
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Roberts
Delish Vegan Donuts
Madrid’s donut heaven
Delish Vegan Doughnuts Madrid makes donuts so popular they sell out every day! All their 12 varieties look sinful, like you need confession afterwards.
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Andrea
Roberts
Rosaleda del Retiro
A rose is a rose is a rose
The Rosaleda del Retiro gardens in Madrid has such a happy atmosphere - I challenge anyone not to be charmed by its flowery abundance in May & June...
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Andrea
Roberts
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