Noisy or annoying for some and pleasant meeting points for others. Like in my language, they have several names; cocktail bars, saloon, pubs, coffee bars, lounge room, sport bars... maybe it changes the sort of environment but at the end all they have a common denominator, the local where friends meet each other in order to chat while having some drink in a relaxed atmosphere.
Spain owns the most quantity of bars per person but you can realise that not only Spaniards like this habits but also tourists who are even majority in some areas mostly near the coast.
What's the secret of its success? In my view I think it's part of our culture, a matter of character or lifestyle, unlike Northern Europeans we may tend to coexist outdoors and it will also have influence for the improvement of a local gastronomic culture. Actually, not only Spanish or Mediterranean gastronomy is in fashion but also the way of consuming and living the leisure time around these locals.
Obviously tapas are essential in every Spanish bar, they are small portions of elaborated food served with every drink you're having, normally wine or beer.
It's so common hanging out with our mates after work for a few tapas and mostly in this season when terrraces flourish everywhere.
Summing up 'tapear' is synonymous with having fun with friends and mingle.
So, fancy a tapa?
Photos taken from tripadvisor.com, irdetapeoblogspot.com
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Oh really? Seems Spaniards are pro at cocktails and drinks stuffs. I guess you learned to elaborate nice gin tonics right? Hmmm...🤤
Glad that you enjoyed, it's important whatever our job is, by the way since you're not a child anymore hope you'll visit and enjoy these places in Madrid next time )
Yes, I loved it. Loud Spanish music, nice people and moving all day. :D
Hey, Estanis, when I was younger I worked as a waitress for several years, and guess where? Yep, in a cocktail bar, owned by a Spaniard. :-D I loved this work sooo much. I also worked in high-end restaurants and at countless weddings... BUT working in this bar was something special and my favorite working place of all times. Good old memories :))
I think the secret of its success lays in its magical effects on our souls. It frees us from all the chains which hold us tight. It gives us a great energy to celebrate our time with our families and our friends. Add to that, the nice feeling of being alive which tickles our laughter and our memories later on. God bless you.
Indeed Sewar, I go with you. It makes us evade from our daily routine and issues and one reason to have social life. Thanks for commenting :)
Ermm... Zivi, in such case I'd think it twice and will visit only for The Oktoberfest.
Btw, I wonder why I start to have the feeling that Bavarians are for Germans something similar that catalonians for Spanish :D
Hi Estanis, just in case you are thinking about migration in Bavaria, here is the first duty you have to satisfy. You have to learn this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k20x5Of5lbo
LOL
:D Thanks!
Indeed Zivi! Hmm... yeah I should consider it.
Well I might be wrong but I noticed this city sort of rooted to traditions and catholicism so I guess both religions are compatible with each other :)
Hi Estanis, lol Munich as well as all Bavaria has not only a relationship to beer, it is a dedication. almost their religion. Hence you had to convert rofl
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