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Evgeniya Altfeld Nikitina


Evgeniya Altfeld Nikitina

Evgeniya Altfeld Nikitina

A journalist based in Spain since 2023. Born in Saint Petersburg, she graduated from Saint Petersburg State University with a degree in journalism. She has worked in television, radio, and satellite channels as a news correspondent, documentary and feature scriptwriter, and host. She is a recipient of the International Broadcasting Association (AIB) Award. Married with three children.

Understanding the bocadillo: the legendary sandwich of the New World

Understanding the bocadillo: the legendary sandwich of the New World

A truly Spanish profession: how to become a jamón carver

A truly Spanish profession: how to become a jamón carver

How did a rural tradition of slicing cured pork turn into a profitable and highly respected profession in modern Spain?

Do you know the best place in Valencia to watch the sunset?

Do you know the best place in Valencia to watch the sunset?

La Cotorra visited a family who live by the lake and run a tourism business there, and tells the story of what life is like on Albufera.

Christmas in Spanish families

Christmas in Spanish families

La Cotorra spoke to Spaniards about how their families celebrate the most important holiday of the year.

A Guide to Spain’s Main Christmas Sweets

A Guide to Spain’s Main Christmas Sweets

La Cotorra has put together a guide to Spain’s traditional Christmas desserts and spoke to Valencia residents about their favourites

Benimaclet: A House-Garden, Allotments, and a Prickly Temperament

Benimaclet: A House-Garden, Allotments, and a Prickly Temperament

If you haven’t lived in Valencia for very long, yet already look at the city through the eyes of a local, it’s the perfect moment to get to know the district of Benimaclet

Legendary Horchata — the Drink Spaniards Love to Celebrate

Legendary Horchata — the Drink Spaniards Love to Celebrate

Valencians love it so much that they often buy a litre or two to take home, along with the traditional fartons — the elongated pastries made to be dipped into horchata

How to Choose the Best Saffron – and What Tourists Should Buy

How to Choose the Best Saffron – and What Tourists Should Buy

We spoke with the owner of the oldest spice stall at the Central Market

El Cabanyal: the trendiest and most hotly debated neighbourhood in Valencia

El Cabanyal: the trendiest and most hotly debated neighbourhood in Valencia

La Cotorra explored the history and contemporary identity of the district together with guide Valentina Krasheninnikova

Chinatown in Valencia: What to Do, What to Buy, and Where to Eat

Chinatown in Valencia: What to Do, What to Buy, and Where to Eat

La Cotorra explains what to see there, where to find inspiration, and where to enjoy a good meal

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