STAYING COOL IN SUMMERTIME SPAIN

Brian's Spain Domain

Jun 27 2022 | 00:11:01

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Show Notes

Summer in Madrid, and in Spain for that matter, can be a trying time for those who struggle with non-stop oppressive heat. There are many ways to cool off and keep hydrated, but in today’s podcast we are focusing on a couple of typical drinks (soft drinks) that are popular in Spain, and one that […]

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