(MO) José Antonio from La Yerba Buena told me they will be expanding their outdoor terrace this week to include seating as far out as to the blue parking zone. Perfect timing as the even hotter August weather is fast approaching.
Sunem Playa
by Mette Owens •
One of the reasons I am thrilled to write for the Seaside Gazette is that I get to meet so many amazing people and to visit so many exciting places. This weekend I was introduced to Sunem Playa located on the picturesque Playa del Peñon in Salobreña. The owner, Pépe (who also owns Chiringuito La…
Baracoa Fundraiser
by Mette Owens •
Joaquín from El Chambao de Joaquín held his annual fund-raising event on July 23rd and 24th at Plaza Nueva in La Herradura. From what I have been told, the fund-raiser was to assist the town of Baracoa in Cuba with funding for social installations such as schools and hospitals.
ArteCalle
by Mette Owens •
A very exciting art project called ArteCalle has been developing over the past couple of months in La Herradura.
Espacio Tres Exhibition
by Mette Owens •
Local Danish artist, Anne Marie Broegger Nielsen, will be exhibiting her paintings at the contemporary art gallery Espacio Tres in Málaga from July 6th – July 25th. This lovely lady currently lives in Motril, and when prompted to tell me more about herself, she told me the following:
El Tesorillo
by Mette Owens •
Needing a change of scenery from downtown Almuñécar, I headed for Taramay today. I decided to visit Restaurant/Pizzaría El Tesorillo for a bite to eat.I am really excited because I think I may just have found my new ‘chill-out’ hot spot for the summer. Let me tell you why:
Look It’s Music
by Mette Owens •
New members are still welcome to join the Almuñécar Women’s Group every Monday from 13:30 till 14:30 at the Look It’s Music Academy in Almuñécar. It is a 1-hour harmony singing session with Russell Nash.
Concert in the Castle
by Mette Owens •
I recently had the pleasure of meeting a dynamic, fellow Dane, based in Málaga. His name is Henrik Andersen. I contacted him because I heard he was organizing the Smokie concert on May 8th at Castillo Solhail in Fuengirola.
Brave New Beginning
by Mette Owens •
Who is Susie MacLean? Well, in my opinion, she is a walking encyclopedia about the history and culture of Spain. Her Scottish last name is misleading, as she is actually from Denmark. One day, 10 years ago, she made a spontaneous decision to board a plane heading for Spain. It was an impulsive decision that would change the course of her life.
La Joyería Danesa
by Mette Owens •
Most of us in the Danish community know Ebbe and Violette, the gifted jewellery-designer-duo who own La Tienda Danesa in Almuñécar. Their shop is a treasure trove of exquisite jewellery. It is impossible not to fall for one of their unique pieces. Trust me; I know. I went there today and saw a beautiful necklace…