I don't show you the city,
I explain how to feel and understand it.

⭐ Johnny Candela — A life built on hospitality, culture, and storytelling

Johnny Candela’s career began early, driven by instinct, curiosity, and an unmistakable Sevillian sense of hosting. At just 25 years old, he opened his first restaurant in Triana — El Paso Tapas — a lively neighborhood spot where he learned the foundations of rhythm, service, and human connection. Those years "behind the stoves" taught him discipline, timing, and the choreography of a busy dining room: lessons that would later become essential to his work as a cultural host.

From the kitchen he moved naturally to the bar scene, opening El Duende Lounge Bar, a space that quickly became known for its atmosphere, music, and international crowd. It was there that Johnny began organizing events, parties, and activities for travelers and international students — discovering his talent for creating environments where strangers become friends.

That spark led to the founding of We Love Spain Excursions (2006), a company that would dominate the student travel market in Andalusia, Portugal, and especially Morocco for nearly two decades. Johnny personally led more than 400 tours across Morocco — from the Sahara to Chefchaouen, from Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains — mastering logistics, guest care, and the art of creating unforgettable group experiences. This foundation shaped his signature style: professional, human, and deeply connected to the traveler’s needs.

🌍 Community builder & cultural host

Johnny’s talent for bringing people together didn’t stop there. He created Super Tuesdays (2010–2016), one of the most iconic international student nights in Seville — a weekly cultural-social event that became a rite of passage for thousands of young travelers.

Later, he launched Social Fridays (2023– ), a project that blends nightlife, community, and storytelling. It is now one of Seville’s most vibrant cultural-social experiences, bringing locals and travelers together in a way only a true Sevillian can. Social Fridays is not just a party — it’s a curated encounter, a weekly celebration of culture, humor, and human connection.

✍️ A writer, too — stories with rhythm, humor, and soul

Beyond guiding, Johnny is also a writer and narrative creator, known for his cinematic, humorous, and emotionally charged storytelling. He has published several books, including the Zevilla Zombi Nation trilogy — a fast-paced, darkly humorous saga that reimagines Seville through an apocalyptic lens, blending satire, action, and local culture.

His other works include:

• Historias que te importan un carajo
• Once Upon a Time en un Cuento
• La Casa Encantada de Conocerte

He is currently developing two new books on history, bringing his signature narrative style — imagination, rhythm, humor, and emotional depth — into the world of historical storytelling.

Johnny’s writing mirrors the qualities that define his tours: cinematic pacing, cultural insight, humor, and a deep emotional connection to Seville.

🔥 A complete Sevillian host

From restaurants to bars, from international events to cultural tours, from Morocco to Triana, from nightlife to literature — Johnny’s career is a tapestry woven from hospitality, creativity, and storytelling.

He is not just a guide.
He is a host, a creator, a narrator, and a bridge between cultures.

His work continues to evolve, but the essence remains the same: to make people feel welcome, connected, and part of the story.

🌟 The spirit of Seville

Raised between the river, the markets, and the neighborhood bars where everyone knows his name, Johnny embodies the true spirit of Seville: passionate, humorous, welcoming, and deeply connected to the city’s memory. His tours blend cinematic storytelling, local insight, and scholarly knowledge, making every walk feel like stepping into a living documentary.

Guests describe him as "a natural host," "a master storyteller," and "the friend you wish you had in every city." Whether he’s explaining Roman emperors, Al-Andalus poetry, Golden Age merchants, or the secrets of Triana, Johnny brings history to life with warmth, clarity, and a touch of Andalusian mischief.

With Johnny, you don’t just visit Seville — you feel it.