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Condé Nast Traveler
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Condé Nast Traveler
Women Who Travel Podcast: Eva Longoria on Eating Her Way Around Spain
You can listen to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify each week. Follow this link if you're listening on Apple News. In 2023, Eva Longoria headed to Mexico with CNN in search of a deeper understanding of the country's rich culinary heritage and her own family history. Last month, she returned to our screens with a brand new season, Searching for Spain, which takes her all over the country to explore the vast regional scope of its cuisine and learn about her Spanish ancestors. Lale sits down with the actor and television host to find out how she chose the destinations for each episode, her most memorable meals in places like San Sebastián and Andalusia, and how food can be an entry point to connecting more deeply with history—and each other. Lale Arikoglu: Hi there. I'm Lale Arikoglu and welcome to an episode of Women Who Travel, where we are traveling around Spain with Eva Longoria. Eva's new CNN show, Searching for Spain, is a follow-up to her series, Searching for Mexico, which ran in 2023. Eva Longoria: So I didn't know Spain as well, and so the difference is like Mexico, I felt like I was at home. Spain really felt like a fish out of water and I was really curious and engaged in the history of gastronomy in the country, but also the history of the ingredients and how things ended up there and colonization and how did that help, and Franco's dictatorship and how did that have an effect on food. But I do live part-time in Spain. I live in Marbella in the South, so unfamiliar with the south, but everything else, I was just visited very, very superficially. And so to go to Spain in this way, with the show, really dig in deeply was a gift. With the CNN research team, they really look at food stories. I mean, that's what drives this series is like, is there a food story there? So sometimes there'll be regions that are very popular, but there's no food story. So that's kind of the lens in which we look at each region and there's obvious cities and regions. We went to Madrid being its own episode and Catalonia being its own episode, Pais Vasco, the Basque Country being its own. And then after that, just trying to find the stories and the history and what would be visually beautiful, what people and chefs we wanted to follow. What was daunting was speaking Castilian Spanish, because I didn't grow up speaking Spanish. I spoke Spanish in the Mexico series because I'm Mexican, but to go to the mother country of Spain and to speak Castellano, which is very different than Mexican Spanish, that was daunting. So I was like, oh God, I hope I'm going to be able to understand and communicate because when you speak the language, you really can ask the right questions and absorb the answers. And so that's what was terrifying, but it was great. I did well.
CNN
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Eva Longoria shocked by traditional Spanish soup full of surprises
In vibrant Madrid, Eva Longoria experiences a usual soup with an explosion of flavor. Watch more of CNN Original Series "Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain" Sundays at 9pm ET/PT.
CNN
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Eva Longoria shocked by traditional Spanish soup full of surprises
In vibrant Madrid, Eva Longoria experiences a usual soup with an explosion of flavor. Watch more of CNN Original Series "Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain" Sundays at 9pm ET/PT.
CNN
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
‘Searching for Spain' star Eva Longoria's must-have travel essentials include this under-$40 eye serum
Two years after the finale of the CNN Original Series 'Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico,' the award-winning actress, producer and director is back as our virtual travel guide. This time, though, Longoria is taking us to Europe — no passport needed. In the eight-episode docuseries 'Eva Longoria: Searching for Spain,' which airs Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on CNN, Longoria leads viewers on a culinary journey around Spain. In the premiere, we follow Longoria to Barcelona and the Catalonia region, where she takes in stunning views, experiences the Festa de la Filloxera (Phylloxera Festival) and savors flavorful local cuisine. 'Spain's rich culture, passionate people and bold and diverse cuisines have captivated me as long as I can remember, especially knowing that one of my Mexican-American ancestors has deep roots in this remarkable country,' Longoria said in a press release. 'The opportunity to immerse myself in Spain's many regions, to discover its fascinating history, to indulge in its dynamic culinary traditions and innovations has been nothing short of exhilarating. I am so excited to finally share this incredible journey with the world!' Ahead, we asked the host and executive producer about her must-have travel items, from the luggage she relies on to transport her belongings sans issues to the dark-circle-banishing eye serum she can't live without. Tumi 19 Degree Lite Continental 4-Wheeled Carry-On When it comes to luggage, Longoria believes in investing in high-quality pieces, which is why she's such a big fan of luxury suitcase brand Tumi. This carry-on from the brand may come with a $850 price tag, but it has a durable Tegris outer shell that can withstand rough handling, meaning accidental drops won't put a dent in your day. In addition to two different handles — telescoping and top carry — plus dual wheels that allow the suitcase to effortlessly cruise along, the carry-on has a thoughtfully designed interior to help you organize your belongings. Bandolier Hailey Leather Crossbody Phone Case Longoria is among the many celebrities, including Blake Lively and Martha Stewart, who are fans of Bandolier's crossbody phone case. Crafted from genuine pebbled leather, the Hailey, one of the brand's bestsellers, allows you to go hands-free while keeping your phone close, a benefit Longoria describes as a lifesaver. It has an adjustable strap and an expandable wallet to hold your cards and cash. We also love that it comes in several neutral hues, along with red for those who prefer a pop of color. Oura Ring 4 A self-proclaimed biohacker, Longoria says her Oura Ring (we've tested the 3rd-generation model) has been key to helping her improve her sleep. In fact, the chic fitness tracker is the reason why the "Searching For Spain" star began taking magnesium supplements before bed. In addition to its sleep-tracking capabilities, the Oura Ring 4 can also measure things like activity and stress levels so you can keep tabs on your health while you're traveling. L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Hyaluronic Acid and Caffeine Eye Serum In terms of travel-friendly skin care, Longoria praises this under-$40 eye serum from L'Oréal Paris, a brand she's partnered with, for its soothing roller ball applicator, which features not one but three cooling stainless steel balls. Formulated with hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate the skin and caffeine to minimize puffiness and dark circles, the serum can be used both day and night. And since you can pack liquids under 3.4 ounces in your carry-on, you can bring this serum onto the plane with you. Slip Lovely Lashes Contour Sleep Mask Longoria usually wears eyelash extensions, so she loves that this silk sleep mask from Slip is contoured on the inside to prevent unwanted contact with her lashes. 'It's the best,' she said. 'I give it as a gift to everybody.' CNN Underscored beauty editor Sophie Shaw is also a fan of the brand and uses its Pure Silk Pillowcase, which she describes as ultra soft and cool to the touch. Alo Airlift High-Waisted Suit-Up Leggings 'I love Alo, in general,' Longoria said. 'They're probably my favorite workout brand ... I like the fabrics, I like the colors [and] I like the styles.' These high-waisted, full-length leggings come in several colors and can be worn for everything from train travel to high-intensity workouts. Longoria says she also appreciates the brand's lifestyle pieces in addition to its performance wear. Alo Airlift Suit-Up Sports Bra Like the matching leggings, the Airlift Suit Up Sports Bra is made from Alo's high-compression Airlift fabric. It features contrast piping, adjustable straps and removable cups so you can customize the level of padding. We love that the bra can be worn on its own or under a jacket or sweatshirt. CNN Underscored has a team of skilled writers and editors who have many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when applicable to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. For this article, associate lifestyle editor Rachel Dennis rounded up some of Eva Longoria's favorite travel essentials.
CNN
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Eva Longoria shocked by traditional Spanish soup full of surprises
In vibrant Madrid, Eva Longoria experiences a usual soup with an explosion of flavor. Watch more of CNN Original Series "Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain" Sundays at 9pm ET/PT.
