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From teabags to tapas… a journey of sun, surprises, and starting over in Spain.

What happens when you swap the drizzle of Britain for the blazing sun of Spain? Teabags to Tapas is a witty, warm, and wonderfully honest tale of expats discovering that life abroad isn’t always sangria and siestas.

From grappling with Spanish bureaucracy and eccentric neighbours, to learning that tapas is far more complicated (and delicious) than it first appears, this book captures the joys, frustrations, and laugh-out-loud moments of building a new life in a Spanish village.

Packed with humour, real-life escapades, and a cast of unforgettable characters, Teabags to Tapas is the perfect read for anyone who’s ever dreamed of packing it all in for a fresh start—or simply wants to enjoy the ride from the comfort of their armchair.

If you love sun-drenched adventures, laugh-out-loud misadventures, and heart-warming stories of community, then this is the book for you.

Pour yourself a glass of Rioja, pull up a chair, and find out what really happens when Brits go abroad.

2 reviews for Teabags To Tapas

5 out of 5

stevehopkinsdirect September 13, 2025

“Absolutely brilliant!”
Teabags to Tapas is a laugh-out-loud look at expat life in Spain that had me hooked from the very first page. The characters leap off the page with all their quirks and charm, and the situations are so real you can’t help but nod along — or burst out laughing. It’s warm, witty, and beautifully observed, with just enough pathos to keep it grounded. If you’ve ever lived abroad, dreamed of it, or simply enjoy a great story well told, this is a must-read.
5 out of 5

stevehopkinsdirect September 13, 2025

“A witty slice of real Spain”
Forget the glossy tourist brochures — this book shows village life exactly as it is: funny, unpredictable, and utterly human. Hopkins has a storyteller’s eye for detail, turning everyday moments into stories that sparkle. A brilliant read from start to finish.

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Teabags to Tapas is a laugh-out-loud journey from rainy Britain to sun-soaked Spain.
It’s a world of fiestas, fiestas, and more fiestas — plus the chaos that comes with them.
Neighbours, builders, and bar owners all add to the comedy of expat village life.
Told with warmth, wit, and a sharp eye for detail, it shows the real Spain behind the postcards.
A must-read for anyone who’s ever dreamed of swapping drizzle for sunshine — with extra laughs along the way.

From soggy mornings with teabags to sunny afternoons with tapas, this book captures it all.
Life in a Spanish village is never dull — especially when the Brits arrive with their quirks in tow.
Expect fiestas that get out of hand, neighbours who know everything, and builders who turn chaos into comedy.
With humour, warmth, and plenty of mischief, Teabags to Tapas shows expat life as it really is.
It’s the perfect companion for a lazy afternoon — best enjoyed with a glass of wine or two.

“Warm, witty, and full of expat mischief, I laughed out load more than once.

A perfect slice of real life in Spain, told with charm and humour.”