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Rojales, in rural Alicante, has its own camino. The Camino de la Huerta can usually be walked in the beautiful Spanish sunshine and this circular walk can be completed in just a couple of hours. I mean, who wants to walk in a straight line for a couple of weeks anyway?! Okay, so the idea of it being a camino is more my idea. The actual route is called SL-CV 148 and it is officially the “Huerta Histórica de Rojales”.

The walk starts from the car park where the market is held every Thursday. Alongside the River Segura there is an information post with a map of the route. There are green and white flashes along the way and a few useful signs, but it’s best to take a photo of the map (or pick up a leaflet at the town hall) because some of them appear to be missing.

It is an easy, flat walk and equally accessible by bicycle. Along the way you’ll see the full range of fruit and vegetables which are grown in the Vega Baja.

Depending on the time of year you might see oranges and lemons, along with broccoli, artichokes or cabbage. It really is quite interesting to see where the produce on the local markets comes from.

A word of warning though - if you are afraid of dogs, you’ll have to keep your nerve as you walk past some of the farms. The guard dogs are quite vociferous, but if you keep on going beyond the properties they are guarding, they soon go quiet again. Some of them are really rather cute!

About half way along the route is Hacienda de los Llanos which now houses the Museo de la Huerta. It is generally open from Monday to Friday, 9am – 3pm, with other hours and days available for groups making a prior booking. It is an intriguing piece of local heritage and further details can be found at http://www.rojales.es/museo-de-la-huerta/.

It is a beautiful walk and not strenuous by any means, so if you are looking for a bit of fresh air and a stretch of the legs, you should head to Rojales, then tell your friends that you have walked the camino!

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Around Algorfa: When September comes

With Sandra Piddock

One advantage of living inland on the Costa Blanca, away from the

Mystery evening. If you fancy yourself as Algorfa’s answer to Miss

resorts, is that nothing really closes down for the winter. In fact, in

Marple, book your tickets as soon as possible, because events in

Algorfa, the opposite happens, because the regular activities that

the Tavern Bar are almost always sold out well ahead of time.

go on through the winter and spring but are suspended in the heat

The Centro Rural de Algorfa at Montebello also restarts its pro-

of the summer start up again.

gramme of community events in September, after taking a break for the busy, hot summer months. Look out for a fabulous Fashion

For a start, there are informal hikes and walks. It’s not so much an

Show some time in October, with proceeds going to local charities,

organised group, more a case of people saying they’re going to do a

but check out the Centro’s Facebook page for weekly events.

walk on a particular day, then meeting up at a pre-arranged place.

They go further afield than Algorfa too, arranging for lifts for people

September in the Plaza de Espana in Algorfa means the Interna-

with no transport. It’s good to walk with friends, so check out the

tional Festival of Gastronomy. Algorfa is home to nationals from 27

local Algorfa groups on Facebook to find out when there’s a walk

of the 28 nations in Europe, and once a year, this is celebrated with

to suit you. The first walk on 12 September is through the park in

the various nations cooking up a storm to allow those lucky enough

Guardamar, ending up at the Marina. Meet up at 10.00 am outside

to be there at that time to sample their national cuisines. Enjoy

the Cecilia Apartments.

food, good company and drinks for just €2 a head, and discover

Algorfa has a big heart, and its people are always looking at raising

just how well the different nations get on together in Algorfa.

money for charity, while enjoying themselves at the same time.

Around here, we call it Fun Raising. Jilly’s Bar on Calle Mayor is

Still struggling with your Spanish? Then head down to the Ayuntam-

hosting the first of these events – a charity Race Night on 10 Sep-

iento and ask about the new sessions of subsidised Spanish class-

tember to benefit local residents. There are lots of events on Jilly’s

es, which start in late September. The classes- which are taught

terrace over the autumn and winter months, so look for details on

by native Spanish speakers - cover all levels of ability from basic

the Algorfa Advertiser Facebook page.

to advanced, so there’s sure to be a class tailored to your needs.

If you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast, but find it’s too much to

September sees the resumption of the Moda La Finca fashion

handle in the summer heat, the Orange Tree Restaurant on Calle

shows. Usually held at 3.00 pm on the last Saturday of each month

Mayor will be rolling out their new menu. It’s best to book though,

from September to May, these free fashion shows allow you to see

because it’s very popular, and you don’t want to be disappointed.

the newest fashions from German and Canadian designers, and get

As well as the events restarting in September and October, there

advice from the store’s helpful staff if you’re shopping for a special

are also quiz nights through the week, keep fit classes and show

occasion. As if that isn’t enough, you can enjoy cakes and cava

nights at weekends. Autumn and winter in Algorfa may be a little

or orange juice on the sunny terraces of the La Finca Commercial

quieter than the summer months, but there’s still plenty going on

Centre, and try your luck in the raffle. Check out Moda La Finca’s

for everyone. Why not head over and find out just what Algorfa has

website for details.

to offer you? You won’t be disappointed, and you could find new

At the Tavern Bar, Lo Crispin, there are a number of special events

interests and make new friends. What’s not to love?

for locals and visitors, and September 24 sees the first Murder

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Gig Guide September Weekends Fri 9th Sept Maggie O’Briens, Campoverde – Tim Taylor – 9pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Paul Christie – 9pm Lansdowne, Playa Flamenca – Chloe Leigh – 10pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Conchita – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Richie Alexander – 9pm Fat Owl, Catral – Ricardo – 8pm Edina’s, Pueblo Bravo – Samantha Curtis – 8pm Sat 10th Sept Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – JJ Soulman – 9pm The Club, Quesada – “Jokers Wild” with Justin Sane and Zodiac – 7.30pm - 15€ La Bodegueta, Lo Crispin – Randall Cain – 9pm PALS, La Siesta – Tim Taylor – 9pm Spice City, La Finca – Nigel Paul – 8pm Bar Sioux, Gran Alacant – Terry Jay – 10pm Bar Carlos, Torrevieja – PDQ – 9pm Stray Sod, La Fuente – Kolted – 10.30pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy and Nick Gold – 9.30pm The Lounge, La Marina – Chloe Leigh – 9pm Supermarket Diferente, Benimar – Open Air Fiesta inc Bella Luna – 6pm - 5€ Bar Piscina, Lago Jardin 1 – Lynn and Brian – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Kylie – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy & Nick Gold – 9pm Fat Owl, Catral – Rob Sweeney – 9pm O’Riordans, Cabo Roig – Vicky Lou – 10pm Inn at The Green, Entre Naranjas – Samantha Curtis – 9pm Posh Club, La Marina – Night at The Proms – 6.30pm - 12€ Sun 11th Sept Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Richie Alexander – 9pm Xairo, Campoamor – Carl McIntosh and Richie Alexander – 6pm - 15€ Sports Bar, Playa Flamenca – Tina Turner and Friends – 9pm La Casa de Xu, Torrevieja – Jose Miguera – 8pm Fri 16th Sept The Club, Quesada – The StarBeats (Beatles Band) – 7pm 15€ Fat Owl, Catral – Paula B – 8pm Maggie O’Briens, Campoverde – Elvis Tribute – 9pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Rod Stewart Tribute – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Conchita – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Richie Alexander – 9pm Bar Carmen’s, El Chaparral – Samantha Curtis – 2pm Sat 17th Sept La Bodegueta, Lo Crispin – Angie McKay – 9pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Rob Sweeney– 9pm PALS, La Siesta – Natasha Parx – 9pm Spice City, La Finca – Nigel Paul – 8pm O’Riordans, Cabo Roig – Vicky Lou – 10pm Watering Hole, San Luis – Samantha Curtis – 9pm Bar Sioux, Gran Alacant – Dee – 8pm Bar Carlos, Torrevieja – PDQ – 9pm Stray Sod, La Fuente – Kolted – 10.30pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy and Nick Gold – 9.30pm Bar Piscina, Lago Jardin 1 – Lynn and Brian – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Kylie – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy & Nick Gold – 9pm Sun 18th Sept New Yorks Bar, Lo Santiago – Vicky Lou – 5pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Richie Alexander – 9pm La Casa de Xu, Torrevieja – Jose Miguera – 8pm Fri 23rd Sept

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Fat Owl, Catral - Elvis Tribute – 8pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Nikki G – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Conchita – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Richie Alexander – 9pm Sat 24th Sept The Club, Quesada - Lee Lard as UK top comic Peter Kay – 7pm - 25€ inc 2 course meal - Tel 697501992 La Bodegueta, Lo Crispin – Phil Collins Tribute – 9pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Paula B – 9pm Spice City, La Finca – Nigel Paul – 8pm Bar Sioux, Gran Alacant – Rob Roberts – 10pm Stray Sod, La Fuente – Kolted – 10.30pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy and Nick Gold – 9.30pm Bar Piscina, Lago Jardin 1 – Lynn and Brian – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Kylie – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy & Nick Gold – 9pm O’Riordans, Cabo Roig – Vicky Lou – 10pm Marabu Lounge, Pueblo Bravo – Samantha Curtis – 8pm Sun 25th Sept Los Cucalos, Los Dolses – - Lee Lard as UK top comic Peter Kay – 7pm - 25€ inc buffet with wine and water - Tel 697501992 Fri 30th Sept Fat Owl, Catral – Dee – 8pm Leprechaun, Santa Pola del Este – The Starbeats (Beatles Band) – 9pm Maggie O’Brien’s, Campoverde – Rob Sweeney – 9pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Rod Stewart Tribute – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Conchita – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Richie Alexander – 9pm Edina’s Bar, Pueblo Bravo – Samantha Curtis – 8pm OCTOBER Sat 1st Oct PALS, La Siesta – Johnny Scott – 9pm Taverna Orange Bar, Entre Naranjas – Cassi Kennedy – 9pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca –Sharni – 9pm Stray Sod, La Fuente – Kolted – 10.30pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy and Nick Gold – 9.30pm Spice City, La Finca – Nigel Paul – 8pm Bar Piscina, Lago Jardin 1 – Lynn and Brian – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Kylie – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy & Nick Gold – 9pm O’Riordans, Cabo Roig – Vicky Lou – 10pm Bar Carmen’s, El Chaparral – Samantha Curtis – 8.30pm Fri 7th Oct Bamboo Lounge, Entre Naranjas – Kevin Tyler – 9pm Carol’s Bar, Sucina – Cassi Kennedy – 9pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Rod Stewart Tribute – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Conchita – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Richie Alexander – 9pm Sat 8th Oct Spice City, La Finca – Nigel Paul – 8pm La Bodegueta, Lo Crispin – Rob Sweeney – 8pm Pablo’s International, Playa Flamenca – Paul Christie – 9pm Market Tavern, La Romana – Randall Cain – 9pm Stray Sod, La Fuente – Kolted – 10.30pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy and Nick Gold – 9.30pm Bar Piscina, Lago Jardin 1 – Lynn and Brian – 9pm St James’s Gate, Torrevieja – Kylie – 9pm Emerald Isle, La Florida – Dan Davy & Nick Gold – 9pm O’Riordans, Cabo Roig – Vicky Lou – 10pm

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September is finally here and the heat may be turned down slightly outside but it certainly isn’t as far as entertainment is concerned. With everything from Comedy shows to tributes there is a lot going on.

The Club in Quesada has a double comedy whammy with Justin Sane comedy vocalist plus Benidorms Zodiac who will be teaming up for the first time ever on September 10th. This show will have something for everyone with dancing and music of all sorts, but mainly it is Fun. And fun is what live entertainment is all about when you think of it.

You couldn’t get any bigger or better comic than multi award and crowd pleaser Peter Kay or the very next best thing his doppelganger Lee Lard. Lee who is being flow over from the UK has been doing a Peter Kay tribute comedy show so well that Peter has said that he should be going out as a Lee Lard Tribute show! Lee even appeared in the “Amarillo” video as Peter Kay. Yes, he was the one in the Pakistan football outfit and you weren’t seeing double. Lee will be doing 2 shows on this his first visit this year. Saturday 24th September at The Club in Quesada and then on the Sunday at Los Cucalos in Los Dolses. Both venues are all set to have standing room only, which is appropriate for the top selling stand up comic in the UK. Tickets for the show “Garlic Bread n Cheesecake” are available to buy from both venues and selected outlets and direct from the lrshows website.

If you would like your events in this guide, they are FREE. Just email me the details to letsrockshowslive@gmail.com. To book acts please go to my new site www.jaxlawson.com Shows dates can be found on www.lrshows.com Love life, love music and support your venues and acts.

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Wednesday 28 Sept Depart from Valencia.

Stay around Barcelona.

Thursday 29 Sept Depart from Valencia.

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Friday 30 Sept Depart from Cadaques.

Travel in Pyrenees.

Saturday 1 Oct Travel in Pyrenees.

Possibly visit Andorra.

Sunday 2 Oct Travel in Pyrenees.

Stay around Pamplona.

Monday 3 Oct Depart from Pamplona.

Visit San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.

Stay around Bilbao.

Tuesday 4 Oct Depart from Bilbao.

Stay around Gijón.

Wednesday 5 Oct Depart from Gijón.

Stay around A Coruña.

Thursday 6 Oct Depart from A Coruña.

Stay around A Paratxe.

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Stay around Zamora (or carry on to Madrid.)

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Stay in Madrid.

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Stay around Malaga.

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Holidays...

Mandy Tams on life and disasters and breaking stuff...

Holidays are in full swing now, and it’s almost time for the kiddies to go back to school, yay it’s adult time. August is a

My niece and her family recently moved to Javier where they

busy month for all, we have celebrated August 1st, which was

love the new style of living, discovering they really can plan in

Yorkshire Day, August 13th, Left-handed day, and the welcoming

advance weekends at the beach and outdoor BBQ’S.

back of the Olympic Team GB on one of my Birthdays August

They are finding the lifestyle wonderful but shopping is a

23rd, and yes I am like the queen, I have two. My parents knew

challenge. In Javier, who’d have thought they all speak Span-

about the mistake on my birth certificate; it was a month out,

ish, she spied “Shoes to die for” in a shop window for €30 and

the trouble is neither remembers whether they corrected it.

decided they will suit her down to the ground. (forgive the pun)

That’s the downside of being in a large family; one becomes less

After trying them on and using her newly acquired Spanish to

important the further down the line they arrive. I was number 6

convince the assistant that she loves and wants them, the girl

out of 8. The good news is I can choose August or September,

happily bagged them up, and asked for €60.

I am now moving my official one to September lol. The upside of a large family is plenty of cast-offs, except when you have

She cried in anguish ‘No’ and pointed to the label in the window

to wear your brothers and you are a girl. Y-fronts did not make

showing the price of €30.

attractive gym knickers at school, and they were not navy blue.

‘Ha,’ says the girl ‘that is price for each shoe.’ As you can imagine my niece left the shop shoeless, but determined to book

The Olympics were a disappointment for my family as my

more Spanish lessons to enable her to return and tell her what

husband failed to qualify once again as the Olympic committee

she thinks of the price of each shoe.

would not allow his chosen sport in the games. He can sleep for

The best thing about this August is the end of the month, and

England given the chance. As for myself, I did try, but they did

then I can begin my holidays in Spain. My husband has a sab-

not accept my claim to be able to burp for England because I

batical from work to train for the Tokyo games and I will accom-

needed a stimulant of cola to perform. No matter, we never say

pany him as his coach. I will learn to take my cola neat, and not

die in my family, and will try again for the Tokyo games.

add the Brandy. Together we have begun to exercise in earnest ready for the challenge, one two three lift and down, one two

Back to this time of year when the Spanish take their three-

three lift and down… wow what a workout. Now the other eyelid,

week Spanish break and arrive from inland away from the melt-

yay Tokyo here we come.

ing heat and the steaming swimming pools Everyone is begging for the rain and swear they will run out in the nude to shower if

Feliz vacacciones.

any arrives. Please spare a thought for us ladies going through the change; we can sweat buckets in a snowstorm never mind

Ps Don’t forget Christmas is around the corner

30 degrees of sunshine. If you need a workman for anything

Q Why is Santa Claus so jolly?

forget it in August, they are on their jollies too.

A Because he knows where all the naughty girls live.

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“Get on yer bike!”

by Gary Routledge www.cyclogicalcostablanca.com

The ‘Marmotte’ Wow, Brutal, Awesome, Never again! Just

which have plaques counting them down to

food and refreshments. At this point the clock

some of the words used to describe this

the top and also have the names of previous

is paused and restarted once you reach the

year’s Marmotte.

winners of the Tour de France.

bottom of the mountain due to the technical

The Marmotte is one of the toughest cycling

On Saturday July 2nd five of the lads lined up

to prevent riders from descending too quickly

Sportives in the world and is an event that

to tackle this challenge: Alan Quearns, Tony

on steep narrow roads with no safety barriers

should be on every serious cyclists bucket

Nolan, Owen Desmond, Torry Haugsdal and

which has seen fatalities in previous years.

list. The event is limited to 7500 riders and

Noel O’Mahoney. The weather was overcast

At this point the weather is still fair, although

is sold out within 24 hours, with the vast ma-

with the threat of rain and for the time of

most riders put on another layer of clothing

jority (88%) of riders coming from outside

year it wasn’t particularly warm. Rain capes

to keep warm on the descent. We keep an

of France. It is a gruelling 174km with 5100

and arm warmers were the order of the day,

eye out for Tony and Owen, but with so many

metres of climbing over 4 of the most iconic

although some riders braved the weather

riders it is impossible to spot them. We head

mountains used in the Tour de France. First

and suffered later when the heavens opened!

on our way down the Glandon, taking it easy

up is the Col du Glandon a long but consist-

There were two start times with the first 4000

on the fast technical corners.

ent climb of 20km with an average gradient

riders setting off at 7am and the rest starting

of 5.5%, ramps of 10% and tops out at 1924

at 8am. Following a gentle start, with roads

Once you pass over the timing strip to re-

metres above sea level. Next up is the Col

closed to traffic, through the town of Bourg

start the clock there is a stretch of flat main

du Telegraph which is 11.8km in length at an

d’Oisans we passed through stunning scenery

road before you hit the bottom slopes of the

average gradient of 7.3% at a height of 1570

up to Lake Vaujany and over the dam wall.

Telegraph. This is a section where it is im-

metres. After a very short downhill this leads

11km from the start we begin the climb of the

portant to get into a large group of riders to

to the longest and highest climb of the day,

Glandon. Suddenly there is very little chat-

save energy for the challenge ahead. In this

the Col du Galibier at 2645 metres. This climb

ter, with heavy breathing echoing through

section we see Tony, who is in a group of rid-

is 35 km in length with an average gradient

the trees as the massed throng negotiates its

ers cruising along the valley floor. Soon the

of 5.5% but ramps of up to 12%. Then to

way up the 24km hill. It is difficult to pass

slopes of the Telegraph are upon us and at

cap it all off after 161km of cycling the riders

other cyclists as there are so many crowded

this point Alan and Torry start the climb to-

face Alpe d’Huez, probably the most famous

into the narrow road. With so many riders,

gether. We know we are going to be climbing

climb in the history of the Tour de France.

with different fitness levels and targets, it is

for more than 2 hours with only a small res-

This beast is 13.2 km long with an average

impossible for the five of us to stay togeth-

pite of a 4km descent between the top of the

gradient of 8.1% and ramps of up to 13%

er. After more than an hour’s climbing Alan,

Telegraph and the start of the Galibier. At the

and finishes at a height of 1815 metres. This

Torry and Noel, get to the top and stop at

feeding station on top of the Telegraph we

mountain is famous for its 21 hairpin bends,

the feeding station, which is well stocked with

meet Owen. We are all agreed it is a matter

and dangerous nature of the descent. This is

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of survival now, the legs are dead and we still

try and get into groups to recover for the final

have two mountains to climb! After the short

challenge, Alpe d’Huez. Fortunately the rain

descent we are on the Galibier, a fearsome

has stopped and at the feeding station at the

All of the guys agreed this was their most

climb that seems to go on for ever. There is

bottom of the mountain it is safe to take the

challenging event they had ever undertaken

snow on the top and you can see riders strewn

jackets off for the long gruelling ascent. Af-

and all apart from Noel said they would NEV-

all over the mountain. As we climb the moun-

ter 161km of hard cycling the last thing you

ER do it again!

tain we see grown men crying at the side

want is another mountain to climb, but that

of the road, others stretching out their legs

is what makes the Marmotte such a difficult

Of the 7500 starters only 6687 were given an

trying to get rid of cramp, people being sick,

challenge. The climb is relentless with no

official time by the organisers.

heads in hands and numerous people walking

short downhills for respite, it just keeps go-

with their bikes, it is carnage! The air is start-

ing up. There are lots of spectators shouting

What a fantastic achievement for all of the

ing to get thinner and colder the higher we

encouragement as the beleaguered riders ride

guys who finished the event safe and sound,

climb and eventually there is snow on the side

slowly up the mountain. A young boy passes

with Owen the only one who missed out on

of the road. At last the top is reached and we

a biscuit to one of the riders, who is grateful

achieving a Gold standard time. The guys’

have all split up again. Jackets are donned for

for the sustenance. At every hairpin riders are

times for the event were:

the 40km descent. But it gets worse. Turning

at a standstill, sitting on a wall or the ground

the corner down the valley grey clouds are ap-

taking a rest before climbing on the bike again

Alan Quearns 7 hrs 57 mins 3 s

proaching and soon it is chucking it down with

in an effort to beat the mountain. Riders are

Torry Haugsdal 8 hrs 30 mins 8 s

rain and hailstones making the descent even

going so slowly it is quicker to walk, riding

Tony Nolan 8 hrs 34 mins 49 s

trickier. In front there is a rider with no jacket,

from side to side across the road hoping it will

Noel O’Mahoney 8 hrs 54 mins 28 s

who is shaking uncontrollably from the cold

make the slope less severe! It feels like the

Owen Desmond 9 hrs 11 mins 13 s

causing his bike to weave across the road. He

end is never coming, you are counting down

is lucky not to crash.

the hairpins, 21, 20, 19 ….. and then there are

This was a truly memorable event, well man-

corners with no number on them, that is soul

aged and marshalled by the organisers.

After swooping down the descent and through

destroying! But eventually the end is in sight

unlit tunnels there are flat roads where you

and the feeling of completing this challenge is

unbelievable.

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I DON´T LIKE SPANISH FOOD! Dear editor, When my wife and I were reading the article written by Alan Gandy in your paper of July, we were smiling very much.

The content of the article is just according to our own opinion, and we have now been living here in 14 years and that have not changed our standpoint.

It is of course up to your personal taste what sort of food you like or dislike, but

by Alan Gandy my eyes it can easily I don’t like paella, in d wing a bit of seafoo be recreated by thro helors Bac of tion por a and chicken into like cooked olives savoury rice! I don’t er! I really can’t be or uncooked ham eith of the dry and tastebothered with some ermarket shelves sup the less pastries on e chips than hav er rath I’d here, and as arrugadas. Add patatas bravas or pap gh sliced bread (althou to all that, Spanish lish Eng its on ch pat a it lasts ages) is not

I don’t like Spanish food! n’t like Spanish The headline “I do matic, and not food” is a bit dra at I don’t like is entirely true. Wh s prigs who tell the self righteou Spanish food BElike me I should CAUSE I live here! safter the missus que I came to write this t to post wan did lly rea I r tioned whethe at my disappointment on Facebook about in was I n whe ed Burger King being clos k. She asked “Do you Almeria a while bac the flack about Burger really want to take happy to embrace and King?” Hell yes, I’m encourage it! number of times I’ve I couldn’t count the from newbie expats ally usu rd, read or hea it’s a year or two, that who will be gone in in life ce bra em fully not really possible to es. I’ve dish l loca the ing Spain without eat long term expats, nor never heard it from ta lecture on the ma have I ever received from ays alw it’s ter from a true foodie, r-enthusiastic over-excited and ove newbies.

like what The simple fact is, I stion of I like. It’s not a que n of my stio culture, it’s a que e. tast al own person of In truth I love a lot I the seafood dishes.

love calamari, and I’m of very partial to a bit

at pulpo (octopus). Wh is I really can’t stand

chorizo, it just doesn’t work for me. I dislike it almost as much as I get annoyed by the

inability of almost any ud incl UK, the one in

equivalent.

it chefs to pronounce ing many of the TV properly.

’ nounced ‘chureetho For the record it is pro future in t righ it get se not ‘choritzo’ – plea culprits. I don’t like if you are one of the ted ’t like any dishes tain the stuff, and I don ny. ma are with the taste, which

I don’t have an Don’t get me wrong, ry day, I don’t have eve English breakfast a McDonalds only e hav I ; afternoon tea I don’t believe I and r, yea a e twic about of the empire. I do still live in the days right to dislike some however reserve the ference for more trapre in ine Spanish cuis k e like pizza, crispy duc ditional English fayr a or bol, g spa tas, faji with pancakes, chilli, decent curry.

many times visitors to Spain are not well informed about the Spanish kitchen “specialties” except: Paella (which can be a very bad experience if you are unlucky).

In addition to the above the different restaurants and home kitchens are using tremendous lot of animal grease, sausages etc. and then mix it in a great pot, which not make us especially pleased.

We prefer to buy the ingredients in reliable stores and make mostly the daily food our self (my wife is really a “master chef” in the kitchen and I am happy guest).

Thanks for an interesting paper and send greetings to Alan!

Best regards, Nils Sjostrom

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