My wife and I went to a restaurant close to where we live. El Cortijuelo is one of two restaurants situated about 4km outside the village of Villanueva del Trabuco. “Trabuco” is about 1 hour and ten minutes drive north-east of Nerja. The food and service in El Cortijuelo are very good and a Menu […]
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Nerja Food and Drink – Bacalao con Salsa – Cod in Red Pepper Sauce
Bacalao con Salsa de Pimientos del Piquillo – Cod in Red Pepper Sauce A traditional Bacalao (Cod) fish dish from Andalucia This is one of our favourite meals at home or in the Nerja restaurants. If, like us, you appreciate a good piece of fish then, this one is for you. It won’t break the […]
Without doubt the very best restaurant in Nerja
Which is (or was) the very best restaurant in Nerja? I was out walking this morning (as you do) and in the quiet of the Malaga countryside, a thought occurred to me; don’t ask why, but, I wondered which, was, the best restaurant that I ever used in Nerja. To give you some idea of […]
Ossobuco or Rabo de Toro; Which is the best?
Two dishes from two different countries I have a long-standing love affair with cooking. I would rather spend hours in the kitchen than making eggs and chips. Beans on toast? It would be a cold day in hell before I would make something so simple. There are two dishes that I have made on a […]
Spanish Food and Drink – How to Make Paella
My favourite Spanish food – Paella What is Paella? Paella refers to a traditional Spanish dish typically cooked in a wide, shallow pan called a “paellera” or “paella pan.” The pan is an essential part of the cooking process and helps to achieve the characteristic flavours and textures of paella. It is designed to […]
AI Artificial Intelligence – Should we be scared?
Does AI Have a mind of its own? AI – What is it? From the HCL Tech website comes the answer: Artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing the boundaries of machine-enabled functionalities. This bleeding-edge technology facilitates machines to act with a degree of autonomy, resulting in the effective execution of iterative tasks. Check out the full […]
Nerja Break With Nerja Beach Holidays May – June 2023
A Nice Break in Sunny Nerja It has been a strange year, here in Spain. Normally, the rains arrive in September and then again at the start of the year. This year, we had a drought. The reservoir at Viñuela, north of Malaga city, was down to just 10% capacity. The crops suffered, including the […]
Holiday Rental in Nerja Apartment
Nerja Beach Holidays – Acapulco Playa 35 Holiday Rental Apartment Nerja is a great place for a vacation at any time of the year. Self-catering apartments or villas are also the best way to enjoy a stay in Nerja as you are not tied to any hotel itineraries. You are free to come and go […]
Folk Music Nights in Andalucia Spain
A Great Night of Folk Music in Villanueva del Trabuco Malaga Spain Folk Music from around the world Saturday the 15th of April was a day to remember. My horses in the Aintree Grand National got nowhere (as usual) and there was a great night of world folk music in Rincon de Trabuco, formerly Bar […]
Spain Drought Causing Problems for Reservoirs
Transfer of water from Nerja’s Chíllar River to Axarquía reservoir reduced Efforts are underway to transfer water from the Chillar River in Nerja to nearby areas needing water. The project is being coordinated by the Axaragua public water company, which is responsible for managing the water supply in the region. The transfer is expected […]
Paella de Mariscos – How to make Paella the Spanish way
What exactly is “Paella” Paella is Rice or “Arroz” Paella de Mariscos is a popular Spanish rice dish that originates from Valencia, a coastal city in Eastern Spain. It is a seafood paella that includes a variety of seafood ingredients such as shrimp, clams, mussels, squid, and sometimes lobster or crab. The dish is cooked […]
The English Cemetery in Malaga City Has Launched a New Audio Guide
The English Cemetery in Malaga City According to a story in the Sur in English (Friday 7/4/23) The English Cemetery of Malaga has launched an audio guide designed to enhance the experience of visitors to one of Malaga’s most historic sites. “Ticket sales, corporate and individual sponsorship are the sole sources of income for […]
Nerja Caves to Have Biggest Virtual Reality Room
Virtual Reality Room will be the largest in Spain Visitors will now see a lot more of the caves and their paintings Nerja Cave, a popular tourist destination in the Axarquia region of Malaga, is set to become home to the largest virtual reality room in the world. The room will be built as part […]
Ladder Snakes in Andalucia, Spain – (Rhinechis Scalaris)
The ladder snake (Rhinechis Scalaris), is also known as the Elaphe Scalaris or Culebra de Scalera in Spanish. Spring is here and the wildlife is waking up. The flowers are blooming all over Andalucia and my daily walk is ever more joyous. Today was no exception. My normal route takes me through olive groves, past […]
Difference between Día de los Santos Inocentes and April Fool’s Day in Spain
What is the difference? When it comes to traditions and holidays, every culture has its own unique way of celebrating. In Spain, two similar holidays that are often compared to each other are Día de los Santos Inocentes and April Fool’s Day. While both holidays involve pranks and jokes, there are several key differences between […]