Mariela around the world

Foodie winter recipes

Surviving winter (and the flu) can be tough. That is why I would like to share some of the recipes that are hopefully helping me transition back to my healthy self.

Look at this yummy cake from Jericho Coffee Traders!

United Kingdom

My favorite places to eat & drink in Oxford

Destinations, Eating guides, England, Europe, Travel, United Kingdom

After commuting between Geneva and Oxford to visit my boyfriend for a year, I've tried quite a few places in this English city famous for its University. Here's my list of the best places to eat and drink while you're in Oxford. Enjoy this foodie compilation!

United Kingdom

Graduation weekend in Oxford

Destinations, England, Europe, Food, Travel, United Kingdom

After studying in Oxford for a year, my boyfriend finally graduated and we were there to support him in this special moment of his professional life. Keep on reading to learn how the graduation ceremony looked like and what other activities we did throughout this long weekend.

Switzerland

Our latest foodie creations

Destinations, Europe, Food, Recipes, Switzerland, Travel

We're having a good time in Geneva this summer. The weather is being very nice and sunny (occasionally extremely hot) and we're enjoying having breakfast and dinner in our balcony.

Spain

Girlfriends’ weekend in Madrid

Community of Madrid, Destinations, Europe, Food, Spain, Travel

This weekend I flew from Geneva to Madrid in order to meet my hometown friends there. We spent a wonderful time together and had so much fun!

Spain

First time with my in-laws

Community of Madrid, Destinations, Europe, Food, Spain, Travel

After a few months of dating my boyfriend, it was time to meet my in-laws! So I flew from Geneva to Madrid to do just that (including a lot of eating of course).

June 30th in Irún - the festivity of San Marcial

Spain

Summer at home

Basque Country, Destinations, Europe, Food, France, Guipúzcoa, Navarre, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Spain, Travel

Find out about my summer at home reading these posts (in Spanish):

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (I): San Marcial

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (II): boda, playa y demás planes

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (III): bodas y más reencuentros

-El verano en la comarca del Bidasoa (IV): por el interior del País Vasco francés (+ despedidas)

You'll also find pictures of some of my favorite places in the Basque Country, stories of traditional festivities, wedding celebrations and delicious foodie recommendations!

Spain

Exploring Castilla: Valladolid & Zamora

Castile and Leon, Destinations, Europe, Food, Spain, Travel, Valladolid province, Zamora province

Discover delicious tapas, history and a lot more! Read here about my visits to the historic Spanish cities of Valladolid and Zamora.

Russia

From St Petersburg with love

Destinations, Europe, Food, Russia, Travel

Read below about my trip to St Petersburg! I traveled to this Russian city for work and met there with colleagues and family. We had such a great time!

Iceland

8 things to do in Iceland

Destinations, Europe, Food, Iceland, Travel

Iceland is a country full of surprises: imposing glaciers and waterfalls, dangerous geysers and volcanic beaches will certainly leave you speechless. But there's much more to the land of ice and fire. In this post, I've rounded up 8 things to do in Iceland that you should definitely add to your travel bucket list when visiting this Nordic destination. Enjoy!