Spanish Connections

                        CarlotaRoa@ Tucked into the scenic hills of Los Gatos, Burrell School Winery offers more than just a tasting—it’s a full experience that blends education, beauty, and flavor in one unforgettable visit.   Learn As You Walk Here, you don’t just sip wine—you walk the land and learn its story. Guided by Dave, the charismatic and incredibly knowledgeable owner, you’ll stroll through the picturesque vineyards while learning about:  The different grape varieties and how they’re grown  The agricultural side of winemaking  How soil, climate, and altitude shape each wine’s personality Dave isn’t just a winemaker—he’s a true wine educator, full of charm, experience, and passion that make learning fun and memorable. Taste with All Your Senses As you learn, you taste—this is where the real magic happens. Each class or tour includes a curated wine tasting, paired with:  Fresh, seasonal tapas ...

                           Carlota Roa@ Between Sky and Fog: Alebrijes in San Francisco There are places where cultures not only coexist but embrace each other. Where the colors of an ancestral tradition can dance atop the modern concrete of a futuristic city. San Francisco is one of those places. And in its multicultural heart, an enchanted echo resounds: the brilliant whisper of the alebrijes , those mythical beings born from the fevered dream of Pedro Linares in Mexico, now walk — or fly — among San Francisco’s gardens. Alebrijes: Guardians of the Mexican Soul Alebrijes are not just papier-mâché figures. They are poetry in form, dreams painted with soul. Surreal, magical, and deeply spiritual, these fantastic beings combine parts of real and imagined animals. Born in Mexico City in the 1930s, they have since protected Mexican identity as totems of resistance and vibrant color. An Enchanted Juxtaposition The j...