Join Curiosidades Culturales, a New El Patio Conversation Course!
Join El Patio teacher Patricio for a captivating introduction to Latin American culture - from food to artists and much more!
New courses starting soon!
Australia's best-loved Spanish language school, now teaching Face-to-Face and Online. Learn Spanish socially - whoever and wherever you are.
Our List of Must See Mexican Movies!
Mexico has a booming movie scene and has produced arguably some of the best cinematic pieces not only in the spanish-speaking community, but world-wide! Mexico is home to "The Three Amigos", consisting of three giants in the world of movie directors: Alejandro González Iñárritu, Guillermo del Toro, and Alfonso Cuarón, all of whom have produced critically acclaimed work both in their home country and Hollywood. Read on to find out which of their movies have made our list!
A sneaky peak behind the scenes!
Just in case you missed the memo - from Term 4 2024, El Patio is moving from Little Lonsdale Street to Swanston Street.
Now it seems we're auditioning for The Block! With the clock ticking to Term 4 - how is the makeover of Druid's house going? Read on for a sneaky peak behind the scenes!
Iconic Design in the Spanish Speaking World
Design in the Spanish-speaking world has a rich and interconnected history. Each country's urban life is impacted and influenced greatly by the structure of their cities and buildings. If you're interested in all things architecture and urban planning, this one is for you! From ancient histories to master plans and changing urban landscapes, read on to find out more about some of the most impactful spaces within Spain and Latin America.
Health Benefits of Learning a Second Language
It seems inevitable that at this time of year we lean towards self-reflection - what was, and what will be. For many of us, focusing on improving our health and well-being comes to the top of the list. The obvious go-to's are to fill the veggie crisper and sign up to a new gym membership. While there's so much attention given to the health of our bodies, have you ever given as much thought to the health of your brain and your relationships?
We're all hoping to live a long, happy, healthy life - but a fit mind and strong connections are just as essential ingredients for that recipe! Read on to learn about the protective mechanisms and health benefits of learning a second language!
I Teach Spanish ... Marcela!
Meet the wonderful Marcela, a Chilean teacher with a passion for language teaching and sharing her culture and mother tongue with others. Now, she's doing just that at El Patio! Read on to find out more about Marcela's start with Spanish teaching, her arrival to Australia, as well as her recommendations to jump-start your Spanish learning.
Christmas traditions in the Spanish speaking world!
It's beginning to look a lot like Navidad! But what exactly does that look like in Spanish-speaking countries?
Get your Hispanic Christmas cheer on!
'Trick or Trial?' The Witch Hunt for Meigas and Sorginak
With the spooky season upon us, here are two bewitching tales from Northern Spain to get you in the Halloween spirit. Witches have always been a popular element of northern Spanish folklore, particularly in the regions of Galicia, Asturias and the Basque Country, a land where the mountains are high, the mist is thick, and there are plenty of caves for covens - the perfect recipe for witchcraft to thrive!
Slang and Profanity!
Spanish speakers have invented many vibrant expressions to convey strong emotions and paint colourful pictures. Some come from religion or relate to food or body parts, while others are just plain funny or absurd.
Even if you don't plan on using slang or profanity, it sure is helpful to know what others are saying - especially in high-stress situations! It's also essential to know the strength and cultural differences of the words you're using. Google translate can't help you with this!
It's time to let loose some "tacos" (swear words)! Here is a small selection to whet your appetite our new Slang & Profanity Workshop!
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What's cooler than a tote bag? A tote bag filled with your Spanish books - duh! But seriously, these bags are strong, made from natural canvas and built to last. Perfect size for your textbooks…
