Pep Gomez is a young Spanish entrepreneur from Madrid, now based in New York City. At the age of 21, he embarked on a journey to change the way people discover entertainment around the world through his app, Fever. Fever calls itself a “personal concierge right in the palm of your hand.” The app gives… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Pep Gomez, Fever
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Ten Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to NYC
This is my fourth year living in New York City. My experience has been amazing so far, and I am completely in love with the Big Apple. However, there are a few things that I wish I had known before that August day in 2010.1. Not speaking English like an American is totally fine.I remember one… Continue reading Ten Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to NYC
Barcelona: Mobile World Capital
“The Least Spanish City,” as Barcelona has become known, bears the nickname with pride. Catalonian flags fly freely from every window, a sign of the deep, historical desire for independence. Barcelona, with a metropolitan area population of 5 million, is the largest city on the Mediterranean. The city attracts over 35 million visitors a year… Continue reading Barcelona: Mobile World Capital
The World in NYC: Spain
Following the elections in Spain’s Catalan region, and the possibility – however slight – of an independent Catalan state, there’s been a lot of Spanish culture in the news recently. The United States, though, is no stranger to Spanish influence. Spanish is commonly considered the second language of the U.S., and this is certainly easy… Continue reading The World in NYC: Spain
Entrepreneur Portrait: Lolo Manso – Socarrat Paella Bar
“I am passionate about food; it is one of the most gratifying pleasures in life. To me, eating is like a ritual; an expression of one’s soul.”You don’t have to talk to Chef Jesus “Lolo” Manso for long before you realize that food is his passion; a passion that he has taken very seriously and… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Lolo Manso – Socarrat Paella Bar
Where to Watch European Soccer in New York City
August heralds many things in New York City: the end of summer, the start of school, and even The U.S. Open. For many Europeans, however, it represents the return of top flight European club soccer. Everyone has their own opinion on which country boasts the best teams and league, but every soccer fan agrees there’s no… Continue reading Where to Watch European Soccer in New York City