ÓSCAR LOZANO BACK IN MADRID

Famous businessman returns to Madrid after two years in Santo Domingo

Óscar Lozano landed in Madrid again after two years with successful projects in one of his favourite places: Santo Domingo

Popular Madrid businessman starting new professional career in Spain

His starting point will be in Madrid with an innovative project

Located in one of the most privileged parts of Madrid

Oscar's idea is to offer maximum quality gastronomy, together with a venue unseen until now and won't leave anyone indifferent

The location is still a mystery :-/

Óscar Lozano is leaving Madrid nightlife to one side to concentrate on a culinary adventure from midday until night-time passing through "after-work"

In respect to the relationship between "Duque de Alba" and "ARTYS", Óscar has made clear "this restaurant has nothing to do with neither himself nor the 'Palacio de Liria'. This project is of personal interest with two nightlife professionals: Sandra Soto and Roberto Serra."

Sandra Soto Westendorp

10 THINGS ONLY IN SPAIN

They dip everything in coffee

1. What do Spanish people have for breakfast?

It's not unusual for them to have toast with olive oil, tomato and salt for breakfast. Dunking cupcakes, biscuits, cookies, Jaffa Cakes, "mojar el churro"... in milk (with cocoa) or in coffee is socially acceptable! 

"Café au lait" is pronounced "Café olé", but don't ask for that, it's "Café con leche". 

2. Which are the best bars in Madrid?

The oldest bars are the most authentic. Those where they wouldn't think of throwing napkins [the waterproof ones, which spread more than clean] in the bin, but go straight on the floor, together with the shrimp heads and olive pits. They're dirty, they smell funny and they're ugly, but they're awesome!

'Pan con Palillo' isn't my favourite

3. What are TAPAS?

When they order something to drink and don't get free food, they get annoyed. They expect at least a handful of almonds or a bowl of olives. You can go out and eat for free with the snacks while ordering wine, "sangria" or a few beers. Typical arguments between locals are:
Where are the biggest, nicest and safest tapas?

4. What is Menu del Día?

At Noon ~ between 1 pm and 4 pm ~ they don't eat "a la carte" but order from the Daily Menu for around €10-15 which includes first course, mains, dessert, bread and maybe drink? And even a coffee - but always ask first to confirm - might also be included.

How do you pour and drink cider in Madrid?

5. What is EMPALMAR?

- To go from lunch time to dinner time - They sit around the table for at least two and a half hours! They leave the restaurant only when the staff want to close and go home.
It is also used when you go out all night until 7 am and go straight to school or work, by literally splicing two days into one. Ask any local. They've all done it.

Orujos, Licores y Aguardientes...
Cojonudo tio!

6. What are CHUPITOS?

- Shots - Who finished their meal with herbal mint tea? That's ridiculous! "Orujo", "Licor" and "Aguardiente" are insanely digestive drinks. Yep, beverages with over 40º alcohol [a la sombra] which they claim are healthy for the stomach...

7. What are PUENTES?

- Long Weekends - And by that we mean they have really long weekends; like when they go away on vacation; like "Monday is a Bank Holiday, so they take Friday off, phone in sick on Thursday, and go to the beach for 5 days" kind of long weekend. Totally normal when a Festive Day lands near the weekend, so productivity rate plummets as early as Wednesday afternoon.

In Spain, to go home
before 3 am isn't 
going out. It's having dinner

8. Do Spanish people DANCE?

No! It's undignifying. They don't know how to dance "Sevillanas" either. Well, maybe down south, but the rest of Spain have no idea.

9. What is LA PENULTIMA?

- The 'next to last' drink - They finish work at 6.30 pm on Thursday; go out for some beers and "se lian" (get tied up) until 1 am. They go home drunk and spend the whole of Friday swearing they'll never go out again on a weekday. Nowadays, they call it "After Work Party". But traditionally it's called "tomar unas cañas después del trabajo" (have a few beers after work).

Raising prawns...

10. Where is the best NIGHTLIFE in Madrid?

Their party starts at 11.30 pm.  When Europe starts to close down, here they're still grooming themselves.  Dinner after 9.30 pm is an eating habit entirely incomprehensible beyond their borders. Just as it is for them to understand why in USA and UK dinner is prepared at 5.30 pm, because that's when they have their "merienda" (a simple, light meal in the afternoon filling the gap between lunch and dinner).

MMDDMM: Tuesday Lunch Club in Madrid

This Facebook Group announces the venue and they post a review after the meal. They look for cheap and cheerful dining experiences with good company. They also evaluate the service and general presentation of each restaurant.

What’s it all about?

They have lots of friends in the service industry, i.e. teachers, barmen, waiters, chefs, delivery drivers as well as promotional agents and museum exhibition organisers. During ‘typical Spanish lunch hours’ [2 pm – 4 pm] they meet up with their friends and discovering the multiple pockets of Madrid for its “Menu del Día” culture and gastronomy.

What's the story so far?

A few Menus and months later, with the addition of a few friends, the seed has grown. Their Facebook group features reviews and photos of the places we have experienced so far.

It’s all about a fun day out but yet its popularity has grown far beyond their expectations. They have enjoyed Menus from “Getafe” to “Cuatro Caminos” and “Vallecas” to “Moncloa” discovering quite a few “barrios” in between. Join friends from all over the world residing in Madrid.

Doesn’t matter if it’s your day-off or if you have to go back to work, it’s all about the “craic” and the banter. If, however, you are lucky to be off on a Tuesday or have a few more hours to spare, it’s customary to partake in the odd after-lunch liqueur and local "barrio" beer culture.

While experiencing different languages, cultures, aspects of Spanish cuisine and the diversities of Madrid’s numerous "barrios", what MMDDMM has always been about is just having a laugh at lunchtime.

Click here to join: MMDDMM

M.M.D.D.M.M.

It’s Getting Hot in Here, So Take off...

Lunch overlooking the park was this week’s theme as we headed over to “Parque del Oeste” in our never ending search for best luncheonette. This week joined by my comrades in arms, to take up this solemn task, we met at “Metro Arguelles” and headed down to “CYATHUS Gastro Bar” on “Calle Pintor Rosales” number 30.

Now normally, in our experience, anywhere that self-tittles itself as a gastro bar should be taken with caution as normally its more style than substance! However, we couldn´t ignore the hoards flocking to this little local as we´d passed it before so it was time to give them a go on our gastronomic wheel of fortune.

We took our seats indoors and perused our options. The choice was ample and we could choose between 5 starters from the normal “Menu del Día” or you could build your own salad with 8 ingredients and (regardless of your starter choice) you could choose between 4 mains. HAVE IT YOUR WAY! There was an extra €1 fee for the salad but it was all reasonably priced for portion and quality at a respectable €12 or €13 with a drink and coffee or cake included.

Just to recap the Menu - “Entrantes” consisted of “salmorejo con sus taquitos de jamon y huevo”, “quiche de puerros y bacón”, “melón con jamón” or “ensalada templada de queso de cabra y cebolla caramelizada”. For mains; “secreto ibérico con reducción de PX”, “salmón al horno con sus verduritas”, “merluza a la gallega con sus cachelos” or “huevos rotos con ajo arriero”.

Straight to the point - Food quality was awesome as everyone was happy with their starters. As for our mains, anyone who was lucky to try the salmon was in for a treat, cooked to perfection! The “secreto” was a bit tough and difficult to chew but the flavour was nice and the rest were happy enough with their food.

Service was a little shabby and lacking a smile. It´s a simple touch that makes the world around you better, especially your customers! There were times we were left wanting, it was just about sufficient. The interior décor was strange, it felt like we were in an airport cafeteria which is odd considering the level they are looking for here but by the by it didn’t reflect too much in our overall opinion and when “scores on the doors” was called, our panel of experts came away with a 4 out of 5. The food really was very good and I would recommend you give it a try, hopefully you´ll have better luck with staff.

Heading off, we headed over to a tree lined terrace by “Conde Duque” where the “tintos” are cheap and plentiful while we discussed and solved all of the world’s problems in one afternoon.

Next week we´ll be heading back up north of Bilbao to a gem of a terrace that we stumbled across last week. This looks really promising!!! YOU my friends are invited. Invitation will be posted forthwith. Until then however kids its chow for now!

Written by: Marc Kildea

JUBILADOS DE MARCHA

Se está convirtiendo en una tendencia en las redes sociales, la cantidad de personas mayores que bailan como si tuvieran 20 años  

Bora Bora - Ibiza (2015)

Hace sólo dos semanas en Holanda el mismo “Casa Opa” (Abuelo del House) captó la atención en Festival “Edit” en Haarlem.  Sus bailes estaban por todo Facebook.  Ha estado apareciendo antes y después de asistir a otros festivales y fiestas de baile con regularidad.  

Otros personajes interesantes de edad avanzada se han dado a conocer en otros lugares como Berlín, Detroit e IBIZA!!

Aquí hay un pequeño testimonio de estas personas, están demostrando a los jóvenes que bailar y amar la música de baile no tiene fecha de caducidad...

Por ejemplo, a Patricia Lay-Dorsey se le conoce como “Grandma Techno” (La Techno Abuela) con sus 72 años, es una de las visitantes más regulares del Festival “Movement” en Detroit.  Hicieron un mini-documental sobre ella, y porque a ella le encanta sobre todo ir a festivales a bailar.

“La Abuela Bailando Techno”

Luego está la historia de Johan de Vries (Nacido en 1932) quien se ha creado una reputación de clase como la "Casa Opa" en festivales holandeses y en las discotecas cerca de Ámsterdam. Este video fue tomado en el festival “Edit” hace unas semanas y se convirtió en un éxito cuando la gente empezó a compartir los movimientos de baile idiosincrásicos de Johan. Recibió clases de baile profesionales en su día, así se puede ver elementos de cada tipo de baile de tus abuelos pisando fuerte con pies arrugadas.

“El Abuelo del House Music”

Habla Johan durante una fiesta en la playa en 2013…

Entrevista en Holandés

Uno un poco más joven que Johan, pero sin duda merece una mención aquí es Jan Bakker, la leyenda viviente con casi 70 años que se ha convertido en un nombre familiar en la noche de Ámsterdam.

Festival “Dockyard”

Luego está Komet Bernhard quién es una persona mayor muy conocido en la escena de Berlín. En un festival había una cola de Berlineses que querían darle la mano. Parece que se le ha ido cabeza debido a las drogas, pero por lo que se oye baila asi cuando está completamente sobrio [aparte de los chupitos de Jäger, como se puede ver en el vídeo a continuación].

El Famoso Abuelo de Berlin de Fiesta

Llegó a la fama protagonizando el video para el remix de Adana Twins “Strange” por Acid Pauli y NU.

KEEP ROCKING MOTHER FUCKERS

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CLOSED: NOISY NUEVO APOLO THEATRE

The “Nuevo Apolo” Theatre, located at "Tirso de Molina", was closed by Madrid City Council for a breach of municipal regulation regarding acoustic insulation.

According the theatre management “it’s impossible to fulfil”, reported in a press conference by Carlos Lopez, director of the theatre who claimed they did have a license to operate and favourable reports from all agencies except Environment.  However it has been rumoured the cessation of activity centre is due to its lack of the necessary license.

So, due to the complaint from just one neighbour, who refused to have her apartment insulated even though it would be funded by the theatre, they proceeded to close it for not achieving the insulation of 80dB required by law, something “impossible and unnecessary” according to reports from experts.

He stated, no other theatres meet these regulations, described as "madness", with a permitted range of 65 to 70db. Along these lines, he stressed that neither “Circo Price” nor “España” Theatres meet the requirements.

On the other hand, the paradox that the “Nuevo Alcala” is a listed national heritage building, so any type of modification requires special procedures. In that sense, the theatre adapted its sound system in 2013, complying with the 35db acoustic emission limit, without soundproofing.

While waiting for the judge to "understand their situation", revoke the decision and allow them to at least comply with their planned schedule, the only options the theatre has are to change the law or include itself in the census of local Madrid Cultural Heritage members, which is not applied to them in the ordinance because of its “features and oddities”.  Regarding these, Environment argues that the second option is the only way and so they moved, but the manager of the theatre said that was initiated by the closure itself.

The planned act last night was cancelled resulting in a ticket refund, which will be the way to go if the judge doesn't allow a provisional opening.

COCAINE: 20KG SEIZED AT MADRID AIRPORT

@Policia Nacional and tax authorities intervened 20 KILOS of high purity COCAINE dissolved in cans of fruit juice at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas international airport 

During the operation 10 people were arrested: 2 in Seville and 8 in Malaga, and they seized, in addition to the drugs, 2 litres of acetone and 2 litres of solvent.

The drug in liquid state was wrapped in plastic bags hidden inside 81 cans of fruit juice with 240 ml each. Two companies were involved in the transfer of the drug, the export of the product is established in Ecuador and the importer located in the Spanish city of Cordoba.

The investigation began in December 2014 after intelligence was received regarding an international organization composed of individuals of different nationalities, who were engaged in importing cocaine hidden inside fruit juice cans.

Initial investigations found a network of members residing around Malaga, and among them a leader was identified. Shortly after it was discovered that two companies were involved in the transportation of narcotics, a Mexican, exporting the product, and another Spaniard, established in Cordoba, who was responsible for the import.

Dissolved Cocaine in Cans

During the operation, an inspection by the tax authorities allowed them to intercept a cargo at the airport camouflaged as a shipment of fruit juice likely to be related to the investigation. Examination found 17 boxes containing a total of 1,500 cans of juice of which 81 hid inside 20 kilos of cocaine dissolved with a purity of over 90%.

Once the illegal merchandise was intervened, Police officers detained 10 suspects and searched 2 properties.

Since 2011, @Policia Nacional have seized 3,200 kilos of drugs and made 1,152 arrests. This year, they have already seized 179 kilos and arrested 69 people who tried to traffic drugs through the airport.

Translated from original press release: http://www.abc.es/madrid/20150602/abci-interceptados-20kilos-cocaina-barajas-201506021033.html

#Madrid #Nightlife #Guide to #Police #Drugs #Cocaine #Busted

SHOCKING RUMOUR: LETICIA's A VIRGIN, AGAIN

In the surreal world of celebrities anything is possible 

So what's this disturbing gossip? 

Leticia confirms that it's strange, but true. 

In January 2015 she travelled to Miami to...

WIDEN HER VAGINA !!

"I've had to end five relationships because we could not have sex because of this little problem, and I heard about this operation. I'm 48 and have decided that I won’t be a mother. And as I won’t have this economic burden, I told myself it was time to give myself a treat."  

While some might consider treating yourself involves buying an expensive handbag, a session at the Spa or a city break, but Leticia showed that her mind went in another direction quite unrelated to traditional thinking.

Why did you decide to be a virgin again at 48? 

"For me it seemed nice thing to do. When I was little I thought I would be virgin until marriage, but when I was 23 I decided I wasn't going to wait any longer. I lost my virginity to a female TV presenter’s ex. I wasn't in a hurry to deliver my flower. So I decided to repeat the experience in the hands of a specialist."

Sabater went to "Saint Paul's Clinic" in Miami, where Dr. Edwin Vásquez operated. 

"12 years ago I did my breasts there so I decided to return."

Are you waiting for Prince Charming to deflower you?

"After the operation you have to wait two months for the vagina to heal. I'm waiting for someone special; it is not going to be a one night thing.  Be whoever you are, it’s a surprise. Nobody thinks you're a virgin at 48."

Is it worth it to go through this painful experience?

"Man, at 48 it didn't hurt as much as when I was 23. I'm not saying the the pain threshold decreases over time, but the act is the same as 25 years ago and I survived therefore, there’ll be some pain.”

At the end of the day... Leticia Sabater spent 6000 Euros (4300 quid) to be a virgin and to have a wider vagina.

"I was sick of Jimmy Giménez-Arnau always mocking me saying I had a very tight vagina. Also, when you really like a guy and you know that you won't have pleasurable sex, the operation is worth it."

What's it like to be a virgin?

"Now I'm different, I feel brand new."

We suggest she hurries out to lose her virginity, regardless of the cost before she's 50 or she'll end up appearing in a film starring Lina Morgan. Maybe she's taken to bed the most important men in Spain, but the next one is going to find something – excuse the pun - new.

Anyway, is it really possible to be a virgin again?

"This is strange, but in Miami one in ten women do this operation". 

We checked and it's indeed possible to reconstruct the hymen.

Leticia recently released her new single "Mucha Mierda" [Lots of Shit], produced in Italy with two different versions. 

 She claims to have many more projects for this year.  A year that, as Madonna would say, starts “Like a Virgin”...

#Madrid #Nightlife #Guide to #Vaginas #Vaginoplastia #PlasticSurgery #Labiaplasty #Genitalia #Hymen #Vulva

Translated from original article: http://www.vanitatis.elconfidencial.com/noticias/2015-05-25/leticia-sabater-vuelve-a-ser-virgen-tras-pasar-por-el-quirofano-me-siento-a-estrenar_854675/

RENT A NIGHTCLUB IN MADRID

Rent a Nightclub in Madrid

Only €50,000 / Month

4 Large Terraces. Includes Hospitality & Leisure Licence [1,775 m2]

Yep! €50,000 a month [only £8242/week!] is how much it costs to rent the former nightclub “Oh Madrid”, famously known in its last years as “Buddha del Mar”.  This legendary nightclub closed 5 January 2014, when they had their last party after more than 20 years open.

The restaurant is located 8.7 km north-west of Madrid; with a total area of 19,000 ft2 distributed on three floors, and is an ideal venue for catering and entertainment operations.

The property has four large terraces on the front, side and rear, which are its main attractions, although it was originally built for residential use. It also has a large outer space ideal for parking.

Since the three Lozano brothers, responsible for the business were forced to close because they were unable to meet the rent costs, many have expressed interest in this venture.

The future of this emblematic Madrid nightclub remains uncertain.  It symbolised the most glamorous nightlife venue in the capital where the Spanish national football team celebrated the 2010 World Cup victory, and was habitually frequented by Real Madrid players and many other celebrities.

https://twitter.com/madridnitelife

http://www.madridnightlife.com/

#Madrid #Nightlife #Guide to Renting a #Nightclub

Thursday Nights in Madrid

Thursday Nights are Back!

Campaign launched in October aims to "recapture the magic of Thursday nights"

The Platform of Associations for Tourism, Leisure, Hospitality and Culture in the Community of Madrid will launch this October, the 'Madrid's Thursdays are Back' campaign intends to "recapture the magic, prestige, and the special appeal of Thursday nights" in the capital. More than 70 venues will take part:

The campaigners held on September 24, at the Barcelo Theatre (http://www.madridnightlife.com/teatro-barcelo), a press conference to detail the new edition of the 'return of the Madrid's Thursdays' campaign, which started on October 2 and aims to boost economic activity and social nightlife. 

As in the first edition, which was held on Thursdays in April, more than 70 entertainment and catering venues are taking part in the city of Madrid.

This new campaign promoting nightlife coincides with the start of the season and aims to boost the recovery of tourism in the city. Assisting the campaign are the Business Platform, the Community of Madrid, Madrid City Council and Mahou-San Miguel group.

The campaign will continue to offer discounts so that you can enjoy entertaining shows and music offered by the locals in varied nightlife venues. Developers seek to recover business from tourists and all those who come to Madrid to work, the figures are recovering in recent months.

At the press conference the following intervened:
Carmen Fernández González - Deputy Minister for Tourism and Culture in Madrid. 
Pedro Maria Corral - Head of the Department for Arts, Sports and Tourism. 
Javier Olmedo - President of the Platform of Associations for Tourism, Leisure, Hospitality and Culture in Madrid
Juanjo Madariaga - Grupo Mahou / San Miguel

Besides presenting this second edition of the 'Return of Madrid's Thursday' campaign, the objectives of this campaign is to promote tourism, nightlife and hospitality of Madrid that will be dealt with, recovering domestic tourism to boost Madrid's nightlife and presented the satisfaction survey data from the first campaign. 

HOTEL DE LAS LETRAS

Penthouse with Panoramic Views

If you've seen the movie Just Like Heaven*, this place will look familiar, a rooftop garden just like this, with vines climbing up the simple white furniture and wooden floors with quality and striking views of rooftops and domes in the capital, overlooking the "Calle Gran Via". The Penthouse of the "Hotel de las Letras" is usually crowded [although 10 people are enough].

Such small dimensions of the terrace and the privacy of some of their tables, besides the aforementioned garden, makes this venue most suitable for couples in Madrid. Score.

Therefore, sit in the sun and enjoy the views while the sun goes down when fun begins in the Penthouse "de las Letters".

- Atmosphere: collected, flirty and select.
- Sofas with water sprinklers (in the summer)
- Views from the attic you always wanted to have.

Where? 
Hotel de Las Letras. Calle Gran Vía, 11. 28013 Madrid
Location: Google Map

€4.50 - Basic juices are the cheapest option on the menu
€7.00 - Specials like watermelon juice
€14.00 - Mojitos

Deli food like Beef Tartar and other precious jewels. Dinner for two costs about €40.00. 

http://www.madridnightlife.com

*"Just Like Heaven" is an American romantic comedy fantasy film released 2005. Set in San Francisco, directed by Mark Waters, starring Reese Witherspoon, Mark Ruffalo, and Jon Heder.

BOUNCER KILLED

Russian Nightclub Doorman Beaten to Death 

On the night of June 27 2014 in Tenerife a fight started with a group of kick-boxers on the island. 

The deceased was in great shape, 6ft 3in and weighed 20 st, but it is estimated that during the affray he was surrounded and received numerous beatings all over the body, which led to his admission to the Hospital, where he would die five days later, after having enjoyed a three-day discharge at home.

The Policia Nacional has arrested one of the suspects, who is a kick-boxing fighter known in capital of Tenerife, while looking for those who may have been accomplices in the attack. 

It all happened in an after-hours nightclub, ie it opens when most clubs close. The reasons or motives for the attack are unknown and the autopsy results will reveal more about the cause of death.

http://www.madridnightlife.com

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