Alison Trujillo

Mi camino al español: Mallory Powers

I’m very happy to share this second feature of Mi Camino al español/My Spanish Journey! Mi Camino al español is a series in which I profile individuals who have learned Spanish as a second (or third…or fourth…) language. Read about why these inspiring people decided to learn Spanish, how they became fluent, and the ways they maintain a connection with the SpanishContinue reading “Mi camino al español: Mallory Powers”

Keep learning

A lot of people tell me that they’ve hit a wall in learning a new language. Some chalk it up to less exciting content in a class, or others say they don’t have anyone to practice with. I’ve rounded up a few previous posts that will help you or someone you know stick with learningContinue reading “Keep learning”

“Bienvenidos” a 2016

¡Feliz Año Nuevo! The new year will bring some fresh content to Life, Translated….plus keep reading for a special announcement about Summer 2016! In the new year I’ll continue to provide you with inspirational Spanish videos such as this one. You will also read new Spanish Journey profiles of people who have become fluent in Spanish.Continue reading ““Bienvenidos” a 2016″

Mi camino al español: Malika Omawale

Welcome to the first installment of Mi Camino al español/My Spanish Journey! Mi Camino al español will be a series in which I profile individuals who have learned Spanish as a second (or third…or fourth…) language. Read about why these inspiring people decided to learn Spanish, how they became fluent, and the ways they maintain a connection with the Spanish language andContinue reading “Mi camino al español: Malika Omawale”

The Spanish Table comes to SF!

I recently had the opportunity to meet the very knowledgeable and welcoming Tanya Booth, co-owner of The Spanish Table. She and her husband, Andy Booth, are realizing a long-time dream: to open up a San Francisco location for their store, bringing the flavors of Spain and Portugal to The City. I live really close to the new shop, andContinue reading “The Spanish Table comes to SF!”

Celebrating, Oaxaca Style

Over the Thanksgiving break my husband and I went to Oaxaca to attend a close friend’s wedding. The city was as colorful and lively as always – bright paint colors everywhere you look, the sound of bandas playing in the distance, and markets to fill your senses for days. Here are a few photos fromContinue reading “Celebrating, Oaxaca Style”