The main language of Madrid is Spanish. However, since it is the capital of Spain, it hosts many immigrants and tourists who speak many different languages. For those who do not speak Spanish, English is a common language used to communicate, especially in restaurants.
Since Spain is part of the European Union, they utilize the Euro. Currently, the Euro has a 1.24 conversion rate to the U.S. dollar, which means that something that costs 1 Euro would cost $1.24 USD.
A bottle of water can cost anywhere from 1 to 3 Euros. When you are eating out, buying bottled water can be expensive. However, you can always ask for tap water!
The best meal I had this week isn't exactly a meal but a dessert! I live very close to Chocolateria San Gines which is the world famous 24-hour churro shop. The churros are fried dough and come with a cup of melted chocolate on the side. I must say the churros there are just as amazing as one would expect! The crispy texture of the churro along with the creamy chocolate is a perfect combination. They are different than the cinnamon-sugar churros available in the United States.
