Hola reader,
Spring has officially sprung here in Spain, and we loved having my twin sister, Liz, and her family here for a few days!❤️
And with Spring comes one of the biggest holidays of the year—Semana Santa (Holy Week). And let me tell you, Easter here is a whole different vibe from what I grew up with in the States.
Back in the USA, Easter meant:
Super sweet, colorful, and fun for the kids—kind of like spring's version of Christmas, right?
Now, cut to Spain… where Easter feels like something out of a dramatic historical film.
Here, it's solemn, stunning, and deeply spiritual.
- The entire week of Semana Santa is a huge deal.
- On Palm Sunday, people go to church with palm branches to commemorate Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
- There are candlelit processions almost every day of the week, with people in traditional robes and pointed hoods carrying massive floats of religious statues through the streets.
The first time I saw one, I literally had goosebumps.❤️
The whole week is more focused on reflection, tradition, and community. A special Easter Vigil is held Saturday evening, and then a bright and happy Easter Mass on Sunday morning.
And of course… ✨the food.✨
One of my favorite Spanish Easter treats is Torrijas—basically Spain's version of French toast, but soaked in milk, and even more delicious.
👉 Here's my Torrijas recipe—you've got to try them!
Salted Cod is also beloved this time of year, and I love the Spanish Easter stew called Potaje de Semana Santa. When I lived in Madrid, our madre made it for us-- a warm and cozy chickpea stew with spinach and cod.
👉 Here's my Potaje de Semana Santa recipe— it's not even on the site yet!
It's been such a joy to soak in the season here—experiencing new traditions, savoring meaningful moments, and of course, sharing it all with family. Whether your Easter looked more like backyard egg hunts or candlelit processions, I hope it brought you peace, connection, and something delicious to eat.
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