Part 7: Nighttime

In Spain, one's definition of nighttime can change.  

Because there, nighttime begins later than one who isn’t from Spain might be accustomed to.

The siesta doesn’t even end until around 5:30-6:30 pm. 

Meaning in España, the second half of the day begins in the evening.

What does this mean for us?  

It means we take a break during the middle of the day, which you've already read about.

It also means that dinner doesn’t happen at a time that feels normal to many of us.  

Thankfully we can eat anytime we want to since we have our own kitchens and many restaurants nearby.

It means we tend to be out when it's dark.

Let's talk about dinner, 

La cena

People often go out to tapas for dinner.

Or they go out for a full meal. 

Sometimes people prepare dinner in their rooms. 

Sometimes there’s a chef in the group who likes to cook for everyone.

Sometimes we gather in one of the common spaces, each bringing something to share.

The very first night I provide tapas and drinks for us at home while we get to know each other.

Basically dinner choice just depends on how one is feeling and on what else is going on.

If we're out shopping or exploring, we often go out for tapas afterward, or in-between.

If we go to a show we usually go out to tapas afterward, or before.  

If we have nothing on the agenda, ¿Quién sabe?

Many nights we hang out together at the apartments.

Sometimes we gather on the rooftop to enjoy the sunset.

Sometimes we practice bulerías in the courtyard.

And, of course, sometimes we go to see a show, which I’ll tell you about next.