Miguel Castilla, owner of Restaurante Reina Sofia on the paseo of that same name, is always finding ways to bring new gastronomic ideas to Almunecar. For the second time, he has invited a top chef to come down to Almunecar and co-host a ‘gastronomic day.’
What’s on…
Entertainment, events and happenings in our area
Black Magic in the Mountains
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OK, so there isn’t much black magic going on up in the Alpujarra, but there are a lot of witches and wizards in Soportujar – even if it is just fancy dress – thanks to the III Feria de Embrujo de Soportujar.
Salobrena & Cheese!
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On the 19th and 20th of this month, the Mercado de Queso Tradicional de Andalucia will be offering the top traditional cheeses to the townsfolk and holidaymakers in Salobrena – certainly not to be sniffed at!
Art Exhibition in La Herradura
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Renate van Nijen is an internationally exhibited Dutch artist and has been purchased by clients from all over the world, from Amsterdam to New York and Moscow, from Argentina to Spain and Germany, as well as being exhibited in Rome, Paris, and The Hague, to name but a few.
Golf Tournament at Los Moriscos
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The Vice-Mayor of Motril, José García Fuentes, announced the II Torneo de Golf to be held on Sunday the 14th of August in the Los Moriscos Golf Club, which has been organised by the Asociación de Vecinos de Playa Granada.
70th Anniversary of Motril Swimming Event
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Each year, Motril holds a swimming race, in which the competitors have to swim across the port. This year, not only is no exception but also marks the 70th anniversary of the event.
Almunecar Cultural Agenda – August
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The Almunecar cultural agenda for August, in image format – click on to enlarge for easier reading.
13th Annual Puppet Festival
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The annual puppet-theatre festival began in La Herradura last night, beginning at 22.00h in the Plaza Nueva. The opening performance of the XIII Festival deTiteres was Tutancarton-Peneque el Valiente, written by Miguel Pino.
I Freestyle Supercross
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On the 13th of August, Almunecar will hold a free-style super-cross competition that will guarantee slack-jaw awe from its spectators! The event, which will count on the top names on a national level, will also include musical performances, a lazer and fireworks display, and a BMX exhibition, as well as the actual jumping competition.
1st Costa Tropical Gastronomic Fair
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Playa de Poniente, Motril, is set to see what is claimed to be the first pan-Costa Tropical gastronomic fair with participants from Almunecar, Salobrena and Motril