Manuel and I found my hostel and went for Spanish breakfast around the corner. We met these two professional poker players who were grabbing a bite before they went to bed. I loved the bartender! He gave me a free churro and poured us a glass of Mahou beer, native to Madrid. He didn't charge us for either. Madridllbi = good start! We walked down the strip to Plaza del Sol, a main shopping area and stopped at Footlocker. We met the nicest guy there! An...