Spanish Culture Food History

A year in Paris or Barcelona?

I’m from the US and I will be studying abroad for a year. I’ve narrowed my choices down to Barcelona, Spain or Paris, France.

im sorry i havent been to barcelona, but ive been to paris, and its beautiful. if u go there you’ll love it!! its just lovely, whereever u go HAVE FUN!!!

Spain Influences Mexican Food History

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