Can you guess the English equivalents of common Spanish idiomatic phrases that literally mean things like "to come from pearls," "from the milk" and "even in the soup"? Let's find out from our friend Fermín, who will both explain them and use them in context.

On a trip with his mother-in-law to the Fuengirola street market, Fermín takes the opportunity to point out the wide array of products that are sold there and shows us what she ends up purchasing.

The Lady of the Night is a unique plant that blooms in the darkness. Fermín tells us about some of its secrets and what you should keep in mind if you would like to grow it in your garden.

In Andalusia, jasmine is a very popular plant that is often associated with this land. Fermín tells us more about this aromatic flower that has captivated humanity for centuries.

Let's discover with Fermín some interesting facts about the spectacular bougainvillea plant, which is widely used in gardens and on patios due to its vibrant color and beauty. We will also find out what you need to know if you want to cultivate this fascinating plant in your own garden.

Today, Fermín will talk to us about the cypress, a mystical tree that symbolizes eternal life in many cultures. However, as this species is facing such threats as deforestation and climate change, we will also hear some tips about how we can do our part to conserve it.

Have you ever tried germinating a mango seed, or the pit of some other fruit? Fermín tells us about his own experiences doing so, including his varied results.

How much do you know about cats? Fermin tells us some interesting facts about these incredible creatures, their behavior, habits, and personalities.

Fermin shares with us the story of his cat, Poeska, and how he ended up owning two cats when he didn't like them at all!

Although cats are adorable, special animals, adopting a second cat into one's home is not always easy. Fermin shares with us the story of his cat, Bimba, including how he found her, the problems that arose, and how, in the end, she transformed into a very obedient and sociable cat.

Fermin shares with us the stories of each of his feline neighbors and friends. While some of them have had more luck than others, they are all very happy to live where they do.

Using a multitude of examples, Fermín and his friend, Manuel, demonstrate the difference between the oft-confused Spanish verbs "durar" and "tardar."

Fermín meets up with Manuel in hopes of planning an excursion to watch a soccer match together as they used to do in the past. And speaking of the past, try to pay close attention to their use of the different past tenses in their conversation.

Fermín and Manuel's lively conversation continues, in which they incorporate many examples of verbs in two past tenses, the preterite and the present perfect, and furthermore reveal a trick for knowing when to use each.

This time, Fermín and Manuel's animated conversation about soccer incorporates a lot of instances of the imperfect tense, which they will subsequently explain in depth.