Casares is a beautiful white town (yet another one) in the province of Malaga. It has great history, amazing views, lush nature and a delicious cuisine. The municipality stretches out all the way until the coast, with a city centre that is known as ‘Casares Costa’. In this article, we will focus on the town that is situated in the mountains, which is the one that is well worth a visit. The first thing that stands out is
One of the essential foods to try in Malaga is pescaito frito or fried fish at a chiringuito which is a beach-side restaurant especialized in fish dishes.The most common salad they serve alongside fried fish is the roasted pepper salad. This is the traditional recipe of the sald they serve at chiringuitos. It's very simple and the success of this recipe lies in the quality of its main ingredients: good fresh peppers and an excellent extra virgin olive
There is no doubt that churros are one of the most recognizable icons of traditional Spanish gastronomy. This humble and forceful fried dough is also one of our most international ambassadors. Because churros have long since transcended national borders and become a valued delicacy throughout the world, reminding us in the process that sometimes the simplest things are the best. From London to Jakarta, passing through Melbourne, Tokyo or New York, today it is possible to taste this simple
One of the most frequent questions that both our clients have in paella cooking classes in Malaga and our blog readers ask is what type of container or paella pan is the best. The truth is that there is no single answer since the best paella pan will depend on the type of heat used (induction, gas, firewood, …), for how many people, maintenance, etc. Some of the Paelleras we use at home (Malaga, Spain)
Lying midway between two of the major drawcards of the Costa Del Sol, Marbella and Malaga, lies Fuengirola a beachside town with a lot to offer. Often joked about as ‘the southernmost city of Finland,’ Fuengirola is much more than a Scandinavian winter escape. It has a lot to offer by way of food festivals, restaurants and attractions. Photo Credit: www.turismo.fuengirola.es Easily accessible by a direct bus from Marbella, and sitting at the end
Situated a mere 20-minute drive away from Malaga, in the mountains lies Benalmadena Pueblo. Benalmadena itself is situated in three sections – the Pueblo, Arroyo De La Miel and Benalmadena Costa, but the beauty truly lies in the white washed buildings of the Pueblo. Stuck somewhere between a typical Spanish town and an international village, it has a lot to offer. Let's see what! Photo credit: www.disfrutabenalmadena.com Upon driving into the pueblo, you’re greeted
Strategically located on Valle del Guadalhorce, to a bare 36km from Malaga is to be found Coin, a charming town known as the vegetable garden of Malaga. Its 22.000 inhabitants live between the Mediterranean sea and the center of Andalusia. Framed between the Sierra de las Nieves and Sierra de Mijas, its soft descent towards the sea is full of contrasts observable on the terrain, the vegetation and farming. In some of its slopes, thyme, rockrose flower, olive and
If we talk about La Rioja, the first thing that comes to mind inevitably is its well-celebrated wines. It’s about, with all probability, the best-known Designation of Origin in all Spain, which has occupied by its own right, a place that’s more than highlighted in the international winegrowing panorama. La Rioja is wine, and wine is La Rioja. It is its main sign of identity and its present from times immemorial in its history, culture, and traditions. But, moreover,
Ingredients: 500 gr Pork tenderloin Salt and pepper Ingredients for the sauce: 2 slices of bread 12 almonds 2 cloves of garlic One parsley sprig One glass of white wine Saffron Olive oil Prep: 5 min Cook: 25 min Yield: 4 servings Preparation: Fry the bread, almonds, garlic and parsley. Then put everything in a bowl and hydrate it with water or chicken/ vegetable stock. Add some saffron, grind it and mix
Flamenco shows are a picturesque art form, where phenomenal dancers in brightly colored gowns dance at the rhythm of complex, melancholic guitar music. Seville and tablaos or traditional flamenco settings are one and the same; the city’s folklore revolves around flamenco, and it's everywhere. And while all tablaos have their charm, the best of the best are not as easy to find as you would think. Thinking of you, we’ve put together a list of the best tablaos in
