The verb pinchar means “to prick” or “to poke” and pincho is a spike or a skewer, so it’s not surprising that in the world of tapas (small portions that can be shared) pinchos (also spelled pintxos) either have toothpicks through them or can be eaten off the plate with one.

Luis Lozano, organizer of the Jornadas Gastronómicas de Casabermeja (Casabermeja's Gastrononomic Days), tells us both about the charming locale in Málaga where the festival is held and what products and activities we can expect to find there.

Casabermeja mayor Antonio Artacho talks to us about the commemoration of the proclamation of Spain's Second Republic, explaining, among other things, why the town's residents go to the town cemetery on this day.

This time, we join a local farmer at the Casabermeja marketplace, where he points out to us many typical regional products that he cultivates and sells throughout Málaga.

This time, we will hear from Magdalena and Víctor, owners of artisanal cheese factories who are at the Casabermeja market to sell their scrumptious products. Let's hear about some of the different cheeses they make and some of the manners in which they are typically eaten.

Manuel speaks to us about Maragata, an old-time Spanish dance that originated among rural people and represented a way in which men and women could couple up both in the dance and in life.

Cata and Cleer teach us how to order food at a restaurant.

David, a professor of foreign languages and Spanish for foreigners at the Ames Academy, will tell us about the Spanish language, its different dialects, and which, if any, is the most correct.

This time, David tells us about Spain's diverse and tasty cuisine, focusing on paella, a scrumptious dish made with seafood and rice.

Ferrán, an employee at Casa del Libro, one of Barcelona's most important bookstores, takes us inside as well as explaining to us about his passion for writing, reading and books.

From the ancient Wall of Tarragona, history expert and university professor Joan Martínez Manent tells us the story of the construction of this Roman structure, which coincided with the birth of the city of Tarragona.

Professor Joan Martínez Manent continues to share with us details about Tarragona, this time showing us the ancient Roman aqueduct that was built in the first century A.D. and fulfilled a variety of important functions for the ancient city.

Jesus Lopez shows us the facilities of the "Centro de Recuperación de la Fauna Salvaje" [Wild Fauna Recovery Center] from the Intensive Care Unit to the kitchen.

Jésus Lopez, a Spanish veterinarian specializing in wildlife, explains his passion for as well as some challenges of his profession.

One nice morning we found these friendly guys running around Panama while training to participate in different US marathons. One of them is the manager of a professional soccer team. These friends are great proof of how exercise keeps us in good shape and great spirits throughout our lives.