Sentences with phrase «spanish aristocracy»

The Spanish aristocracy often sent second sons to the Island of Cuba to seek their fortunes in that rich and fertile soil.
Because of the draconian trade restrictions imposed on its colonies by Spain, Tenerife remained one of the only ports open to Cuba for trade, and it would appear these little dogs, who soon found their way into the homes of the resident Spanish aristocracy, developed without much outside influence.
The first settlers came from two distinct classes - farmers primarily from the island of Tenerife, and the «segundos», or second sons of the Spanish aristocracy.
February brings Crabmeat Lundi Gras [Green Asparagus, Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, Cherry Tomato, Radish, French Dressing] and a revival of the «Ojen» Frappé, made with «the absinthe preference of the Spanish aristocracy,» according to Brennan's original menu.

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The Spanish royal family and the aristocracy wore his designs, but when the Spanish Civil War forced him to close his stores, Balenciaga moved to Paris.
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