Well, the clocks have gone forward, so it must be officially Spring at last, and as we dare to put all thoughts of that rain behind us, we can now look forward to the fantastic new Spring Menu at Los Laureles.
Learn at Language Tree
by David Darby •
Some time back I wrote an article about the brilliant Language Tree and how they are able to teach even the ‘hard of learning’. Since that time a great many people have taken advantage of the teaching skills available at the school. The important point is, that they realise not everyone wants to get a…
Lynne Bishop – Artist
by David Darby •
An artist who lives locally, Lynne is presently exhibiting in El Arbol Blanco at the top of Avenida Costa del Sol in Almuñécar, and there is also some of her work in Danny´s Bar in Velilla and Hampers in the town where you can even pick up handmade cards.
Olivares in Nerja!
by David Darby •
Olivares has opened a brand new shop on Calle Chaparil – 2, in Neja. I took myself along to their opening to have a look at the wide range of international goods available. With products from Germany, Scandinavia, South America, and Britain there was no shortage of choice. I also found myself taking a good long look at the great selection of fine wines and spirits.
Juventudes Musicales
by David Darby •
Listen up once again all you culture vultures, as we pass on the upcoming concerts to be performed by our friends Juventudes Musicales during the month of April.
Original Care
by David Darby •
Nicky Euesden has just opened her new business Original Care, which specialises in offering home-care services in the local area. The launch of Original Care is the preliminary step in the company’s plans to build and open a resident care home in the village of Lobres in Salobreña.
Antonio Martín Quirós – Artist
by David Darby •
Antonio is 32 years old and is a true ‘born and bred’ son of Almuñécar. He came to study art quite late in life compared to most, undertaking a Bachelor of Arts in Motril then in college in Granada, although his love of the subject was with him from an early age.
His vibrant and exciting works will be on display at the Calmar Gallery in Almuñécar that is next to the aqueduct and the Chamber of Commerce in Almuñécar. The exhibition will be on until April 27th.
Rum Time
by David Darby •
Me and the Ed went with a bunch of ne’er-do-wells (The Royal Navy Association), to the Ron Montero S.L. bodega, in Motril. The owner Mari Helena, who both Martin and myself knew in another life about 30 years ago, showed us round. A lovely lady, she gave an extremely informative talk on how the rum is made, and the interesting history of the sugar can business in our area… for example, did you know that all that talk about how good Jamaican rum is?
Mirador Returns
by David Darby •
Judging by the amount of people I saw up at Mirrador de Cerro Gordo in La Herradura, there a great many who have been waiting with baited breath for Alix and Kevin to return from their holidays.
They are not being disappointed either as Kevin has come up with a completely new menu for this year, which, having read through thoroughly, does not disappoint!
Casa Técnica
by David Darby •
Did you know you can benefit from energy efficiency grants? Well, the European Union and the Junta de Andalucia offer subsidices for all Biomass Heating and Solar hot water, with up to 60% of the cost for nearly all thermal solar systems that are used for the heating of sanitary hot water, heating pools, as well as for Biomass stoves and boilers.
Local Businesses
by David Darby •
On a lighter note, where have I been this month? I popped up to El Mirador and saw Alix and Kevin, looking all refreshed and ready for another year of hard work, and producing fantastic food for all us lucky people. They have hit the ground running as usual, with a completely new menu, which…
Civic Centre Repairs
by David Darby •
The Mayor, at a recent Town Council Meeting made an announcement that work was to commence on the repairs to the auditorium of the Civic Centre in La Herradura.
Youngsters Injured In Collision
by David Darby •
Three of the four people who were injured in a multiple collision on the N-340 on Sunday 21st March have been released from hospital after suffering only minor injuries, a fourth however is now in the Intensive Care Unit of the University hospital in Malaga, after being transferred there by helicopter.
Fair Play!
by David Darby •
Have you heard the one about the The Mayor, Costas and a few fairground rides? Well, sit back and immerse yourself in the mud-wrestling event that is local politics.
The whole story centres around an ‘alleged’ telephone call received on the 17th March at the Town Hall from Costas, which in effect said that permission had been refused for the installation of fairground rides on the paseo for this year’s San Jose event.
Independence Day
by David Darby •
We reported last month on the movement created by a group of young Herradureños, to make La Herradura a local autonomous entity. In other words, to break free from Almuñécar and have it’s own Town Hall and control over a local budget. It seems that, not only has the movement gained momentum with a large number of new members, but has also attracted the attention of the four opposition parties, according to their spokesperson Juan Carlos Cacín Barbero.