Spanish October launches a month-long celebration of flamenco, food and fiesta
As Spain’s National Day on 12 October approaches, Hong Kong’s Iberian community is abuzz with preparations for its extended celebration. A wide range of cultural activities have been lined up for the month’s social calendar: from events in gastronomy and music to history and arts.
We’re most looking forward to the Latin Party at Zafran, as well as the VIP party by jewellery icon ARTĒ Madrid at Armani Aqua. The same company will also be holding a special artistic workshop for art jewellery enthusiasts. Meanwhile, foodies would love the Seminar-Brunch at Zafran, as well as Estrella Damm’s Tapas Journey.
We’ve listed some of the other highlights below to mark on your diary. For the full schedule, visit www.spanish-october.com.
10 Oct: Fiesta Nacional Española / National Day Cocktail
The Consulate General of Spain hosts a reception receiving Spanish citizens, government officials and friends.
By invitation only
12 Oct: The Roots of Flamenco (Esencia Flamenca)
The Roots of Flamenco World Tour 2017 comes to the 852 featuring Flamenco’s Golden Couple Sonia Olla & Ismael Fernández.
Time & Venue: 8pm, Lecture Hall – Sheung Wan Civic Centre, 345 Queen’s Road Central, Sheung Wan
7-10 Oct: Clara Ramona and co. presents: Special Flamenco Dance Workshops with Pol Vaquero
Where: Cheong Hong Mansion, 1/F Flat E, 25-33 Johnston Rd, Wan Chai
19 Oct: Asia Society/Ruta de la Plata book
A discussion on The Silver Way-OBOR: Models of Globalization
Time & Venue: 6-8pm, Asia Society Hong Kong Center 9 Justice Drive, Admiralty, Hong Kong
Price: HK$200 for Asia Society Members/ Friends of the Consulates General of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Spain and Venezuela. Non-members: HK$350
14, 16, 25 Oct / 4 Nov: Spanish Classes and more at the Hong Kong Institute of Languages
A round of activities kick off with an Open Day on the 14th for both kids and adults, featuring quizzes, complimentary language evaluations, snacks, free gifts, drinks and a fun workshop at 2pm for the little ones. On the 16th and 25th, adults can come in for trial lessons from beginner to intermediate levels. A Spanish handicraft-making class, named Con Manos (With Hands), will be held for kids on 4 November.
Venue: 6/F Wellington Plaza, 56-58 Wellington Street, Central
30 Oct: Spain – A legacy in History
Spanish history revealed through displays of Royal manuscripts and memorabilia of the Spanish Empire during critical times.
Time & Venue: Puerta Roja, 189 Queen’s Rd W, Sheung Wan. www.puerta-roja.com
