Celebrating Black History Month in Spain: 2025 Edition
“By hosting this year’s BBQ at home, we’re not just celebrating; we’re sharing.”
Black American Experiences in Spain
Blending Cultures Through Food: How Our Family Found Home in Andalusian Recipes
Despite the distinct differences in seasonings and flavors, my family and I have enjoyed learning, adapting, and blending the cuisine here in Andalusia with our own.
A Journey of Legacy: From Georgia Plantations to the Streets of Spain
“Recently, my Aunt Chris, my mother’s sister, visited my family and me here in Seville, Spain. Her visit was more than just a reunion—it was a journey into the past, a connection to my roots. As we sat together, Aunt Chris unraveled stories that had been hidden in the folds of our family’s history, tales of bravery and resilience that shaped our legacy. From my great-grandfather’s daring escape from a Georgia plantation to the warm sands of Florida, our family’s story is a testament to survival and the pursuit of freedom—a story I now carry forward as I build my own legacy in Spain.”
Beach Days: A South Floridian’s Nostalgia in Southern Spain
“Despite our love for La Playa de Sancti Petri, our exploration of Spain’s beaches is far from over.”
Celebrating Black History Month in Spain 2024
Black History Month celebrates our rich cultural and our past heritage.
The 2023 Three kings parade in Spain!
Experiencing the three kings parade in Spain as a Black American family.
What I See Versus what My Children See during The Holy Week in Spain: The Miracle of Breaking Generational Trauma
I feel like that is a generational trauma that has been broken through our “cultural integration” here in Spain.
My conflict in a foreign country
1.) “La piel de Amari es tan oscura como el nocturno.”/ cielo de la noche.” Translation: “Amari’s skin is as dark as the night sky.” 2.) “Piel mojón” Translation: “shit skin” estos son dos comentarios que ha sobre Amari. que mi familia y yo no toleraremos. entiendo que los niños pueden ser malos y discuten. …
Celebrating Black history month in Spain
As the entire world attempts to normalize from 2020 into 2021, life continues. My family and I have previously entered our third year of living in the southern region of Spain. We are especially jolly during the month of February because in the United States of America, this month is when the history of African …