Helping others THE owner of Bridges bar in Mijas, Liz Doody, together with her customers have once again shown their generosity in raising €700 over the Christmas period, enabling La Cala de Mijas Lions to buy much needed food for 33 families. They also provided gifts for the children of the families. The food and gifts were delivered to Caritas in La Cala who arranged for the 33 families to collect them in time for the Three King’s celebrations. La Cala Lions are now holding another Charity Event at Legends Show Bar in La Cala de Mijas on Saturday, January 27 from 8pm featuring two performances: The Soul Brothers and Boogie Wonderland. Tickets are €15 or €20 for a VIP package they are available from the Lions charity shop in Calle Torremolinos in Mijas, by calling 637 185 533 or paying at the door on the night. Help them continue their great work of helping others. For further details about the Lions, visit their website at www.lacala lions.org or their Charity Shop in Calle Torremolinos, La Cala de Mijas.
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Donating food and gifts.
COSTA DEL SOL
Obama’s Burger
FIVE GUYS is opening a restaurant in Puerto Banus which will create 50 jobs. Work on the refurbishment of the premises will begin shortly with a view to opening before the summer. The American hamburger chain Five Guys, which became famous after the then US president Barack Obama went to one of its establishments in 2009 and declared it his favourite burger, will open an establishment in Puerto Banus in 2024. The premises will be located in Avenida Julio Iglesias with 330 square metres inside space plus another 120 square metres of terrace. They have secuJohn Smith IN 1979, a blind clergyman created the Blind Cow, a restaurant in Zurich, Switzerland where diners were required to spend the entire time eating and drinking in the dark whilst serving staff were blind. Thus, the concept of Dining in the Dark encouraged the sighted to see how their senses might change as they spend the entire time from entrance to exit without any light and guests are not allowed to bring phones or even luminous watches into the dining area. Although the idea appealed to many, particularly in the USA, it is still something of a rarity in much of Europe but those who live near Malaga City can have the chance to try this novel way of eating on January 24, with two sittings at 8pm and 10pm. There are three tasting menus at the Bendito Res-
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BARACK OBAMA: Visited one of their establishments.
red a corner site overlooking the sea and the beach at one of the entrances to the marina. Five Guys was born in 1986 in Arlington, Virginia,
when Janie and Jerry Murrrell gave the following advice to their sons: “Start a business, or go to college.” The brand was named after the five brothers: Matt and
Jim oversee operations by visiting shops around the US, Chad is in charge of training, Ben selects the franchisees, and Tyler controls the bread production. For the first 15 years, the Murrells opened and operated five restaurants. In 2002 they opened the door to franchisees, becoming the fastest growing restaurant chain in the United States. Today there are Five Guys restaurants around the world: in Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom, where it is also the fastest growing restaurant chain. Now it is coming to Marbella.
Dining in the Dark taurant situated in the Hotel Malaga Premium, each costing €45 per person and the choices are; Green Menu which brings a taste of the garden to the plate, Blue Menu with a selection of fresh fish for those who don’t eat meat and Red Menu for
the carnivores which will be guaranteed to satisfy the most demanding of palates. Included in the price is a mask and guests are requested not to peek but to enter fully into the spirit of the evening. To make your reserva-
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Let your senses of taste and smell take over
tion visit https://feverup. com/m/135964.
Win a roast
HERE’S your chance to win two delicious roast carverys at Los Arcos Bar & Restaurant in Benavista, Estepona. Enjoy two of Los Arcos’ traditional roast carverys served between 1pm to 5pm every Sunday. Choose from Beef, Turkey, or Gammon, accompanied by mashed potatoes, roast potatoes, parsnips, stuffing, Yorkshire pudding, carrot and Swede mash, and seasonal vegetables. And don’t forget their irresistible desserts! Los Arcos restaurant in Benavista, Estepona is giving two lucky people the chance to win. To enter: Follow either their Facebook or Instagram page @losarcosestepona Find the post, like it and share it. Tag a friend in the comments below! Enter multiple times every tag counts as an entry, so tag as many friends as you’d like. The lucky winner will be announced on Friday, January 19.
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Jay-Jay returns Michael Carrington THE magnetic and subtle electronica of Jay-Jay Johanson returns to Malaga as part of his tour of Spain on which the Swedish singer-songwriter, labelled as the ‘Frank Sinatra of the digital era’, is showingcasing his new album, ‘Fetish’ on Tuesday, February 20 at 8pm in the Teatro Cervantes in Malaga. Tickets are €20 from the theatre’s website. After a trilogy leaning towards introspection, ‘Fetish’, released in June 2023, opened a new chapter. Aerial, melancholic and with a cinematographic atmosphere on the one hand, and dance and hypnotic happiness on the other, the new album alternates the usual influences of trip-hop with lyrical and ambient passages. Jay-Jay Johanson conquered the indie community with his debut, Whiskey in 1996, an album in
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JAY-JAYA JOHANSON: Returns to Malaga as part of tour.
which he takes influences from Portishead and Massive Attack to inject them with generous doses of romanticism and digital avant-garde. Trip-hop and electronic lyricism by an introspective, extremely sensitive author with an amazing capacity for melody, a singer who told emotional stories with style. After a change of image to that of an androgynous artist whose hairstyle caused a
sensation, Jay-Jay Johanson has returned every two or three years to that experimental downtempo, to those jazzy atmospheres wrapped in synthetic arrangements. Two of these works, Self-portrait (2009 album) and Opium (2015), have already been heard at the Teatro Echegaray in Malaga, a stage that has always been ready to listen to this voice that softly caresses the audience.
(The White Rabbit Tales) which have been adapted by its director Eva Martínez.
Escape down the rabbit hole to Estepona on February 25 for a great family show.
Alice in Wonderland
A VERSION of the classic tale full of moments of fun and laughter starring cheerful and crazy characters. A perfect play for the whole family. Don’t miss it at TAF Estepona - Teatro Auditorio Felipe VI de Estepona-Costa del Sol on Sunday, February 25 at midday. Tickets are €13.50 from the TAF Estepona website. The show features the adventures of Alice, a little girl who will learn the value of friendship surrounded by a multitude of friends who will accompany her on this crazy journey in search of her home. An amusing tale of the White Rabbit that the whole family can enjoy. The show is performed by Jabetín Teatro, a theatre company dedicated to the production of children’s shows. It is currently immersed in the production of a series of classic tales, under the name of ‘Los cuentos del Conejo Blanco’
Get creative ARE you searching for something exciting to do? Don’t miss out on the fun! Join the Artful Creative Club and let the good times roll. What is the Artful Creative Club? A one-of-a-kind initiative designed for all of you who seek a haven of creativity and self-discovery. The club’s essence lies in embracing the journey of creativity itself, rather than fixating on the end result. With a focus on holistic personal growth, the art classes provide a unique space where you can immerse yourself in learning, artistry, and mindful exploration. Meet new people, enjoy friendly company, fuel your creativity, and dive into playful art experiments. Whether you’re a seasoned artist, a beginner, or someone who just loves to have fun, all are welcome. The club’s creative shenanigans resume for 2024 on Tuesday, January 16 in Gibraltar, Wednesday, January 17 in Alcaidesa, Thursday, January 18, and Saturday, January 20 in Sotogrande. Join the Club, be part of something uniquely special and make some artful memories. Book your space now https://kakeart.com/pages/artful-crea tive-club.
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Great Straits
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GREAT STRAITS: A spectacular cast of nine musicians.
fler’ and acclaimed by dIRE sTRAITS fans internationally as one of the best interpreters of the famous guitarist, Óscar Rosende has been able to internalise Mark Knopfler’s essence and technique like no other, as well as his voice and his stage presence and gestures, even confusing Knopfler himself and his musicians during a sound check in Atarfe (Granada, Spain) in
2008, when Knopfler thought he was hearing a recording of his own band! Relive the look and the sound of the concerts of Mark Knopfler’s legendary band: Sultans of Swing, Romeo and Juliet, Money for Nothing, Telegraph Road, Brothers in Arms, Tunnel of love, So Far Away... All their greatest hits in a unique show.
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AFTER more than 260 concerts in Germany, Luxembourg, France, Portugal and Spain playing Mark Knopfler with his previous project (he was the creator, founder and leader of ‘Brothers in Band’ until 2019), Óscar Rosende presents his new band, gREAT sTRAITS, a spectacular cast of nine renowned musicians with whom he reviews the wonderful musical work of dIRE sTRAITS. And they’ll be appearing at the Teatro Auditorio Felipe VI in Estepona on Saturday, March 16 at 9pm. Tickets are on sale from the TAF Estepona website. ‘The great songs of dIRE sTRAITS’ is born as the biggest tribute production to the British band in Europe, with a careful staging and an unmistakable sound quality: the most authentic recreation of the universe of the greatest hits of the band dIRE sTRAITS. Known by the media as ‘the Galician Mark Knop-
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Leisurely Lunch at Cipriani Marbella Classic moments, with a taste of la dolce vita Experience the classic glamour and unparalleled service of Marbella’s coveted lunch spot, Cipriani Marbella, at Puente Romano Beach Resort. Sip a famous Bellini on the elegant, shaded terrace, and savour traditional Italian signature dishes from the celebrated Harry’s Bar in Venice. The name is legendary worldwide. Now the Bellini cocktail and Carpaccio ‘alla Cipriani’ that were first invented and named by Giuseppe Cipriani Sr at Harry’s Bar in Venice have arrived in Marbella. Bringing authentic Italian gastronomic glamour to Puente Romano Beach Resort’s exciting worldclass restaurant collection, this latest addition offers a tempting menu for lunch (and dinner) that reflects Cipriani’s Venetian origins. As one review said: “There is an indisputable sense of sprezzatura that permeates each one of the Cipriani venues. They carry within them the type of movie star confidence that is only achieved after becoming a global icon and beating all the odds.” Cipriani Marbella’s à la carte menu is built on the concept of simple Italian food made to perfection. It features signature dishes from the legendary Harry’s Bar in Venice, including Calf’s Liver ‘alla Veneziana’ with Fried Polenta, Baked Tagliolini with Ham, and Risotto ‘alla Primavera’ appealing to a variety of tastes. These Italian favourites use seasonal, premium ingredients and produce, many sourced from Italian farms, adding authenticity to the menu. The stylish, timeless restaurant, featuring an intimate bar and restaurant decorated in Cipriani’s iconic nautical colours, with Murano glass chandeliers, blue and white terrazzo patterned floor, high gloss wood and contemporary black and white fashion photography adorning the walls. Cipriani Marbella also has a large garden terrace, perfect for long, leisurely lunches. As the Cipriani motto goes, “To serve is first to love,” so guests can also look forward to impeccable service. New opening hours: Monday to Friday – Dinners only Saturday and Sunday: Lunch and Dinner
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30 EWN 11 - 17 January 2024 WE’VE just finished Christmas and New Year… and Three Kings so, now it’s time to think ahead and how about booking early for Mother’s Day and celebrate in style at Olivia’s La Cala with an unforgettable show starring James Argent and Martín Joseph. The date is Sunday, March 10 and the time is 8pm for this tribute To Las Vegas. Experience the Vegas glamour of a tribute with James ‘Arg’ Argent & Martin Joseph (as Frank Sinatra) at Olivia’s La Cala. Martin Joseph is the ultimate Frank Sinatra & Rat Pack Performer. Martin’s performance shines with
La Cala de ‘Vegas’ pure polished elegance and a vocal delivery that has to be heard to be believed. He is rated as one of Europe’s top Rat Pack singers. His unique Frank Sinatra Tribute Show encompasses all of ‘Old Blue Eyes’ favourite tunes in a vibrant performance from start to finish. Hearing is truly believing, as Martin has Sinatra’s voice and moves down to a tee. Media personality and reality television star, James Argent, is best known for his appearance on ‘The Only Way is Essex’ (TOWIE). A natural in front of the camera, and a well loved cheeky-chappy, James Argent has
found himself presenting, on numerous television shows, singing and as a brand ambassador. A versatile celebrity, James Argent is also extremely talented as a singer, and has performed with his band ‘The Arg Band’ on This Morning and at many events. Both these wonderful performers will bring some Vegas glitz and glam to a great night out for Mother’s Day. Book your table now, For reservations: email reserva tions@oliviaslacala. com or call 608 784 367 and for more information about packages and prices visit: www.oliviaslacala.com.
Magical City Photo: San Roque Town Hall
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CITY OF MAGIC: Providing lots of entertainment for local children.
SAN ROQUE Town Hall has launched the second edition of the City of Magic,
with magic workshops and performances, which will be held throughout the
municipality. Councillor, Ana Ruiz, said out that “from January 15 to 28, San Roque will become the City of Magic. This second edition has been designed to celebrate and immerse our neighbours and visitors in the world of magic that will provide entertainment for our children.” The magician from San Roque, Antonio, known in the region for his thematic shows and his skill in the world of balloons, will bring magic to the area where he will perform in the Civic Centre of Puente Mayorga, in the Renfe building in the Station and in the Concepción Collado building in Pueblo Nuevo. “The highlight of this second festival of Magic in San Roque,” revealed the councillor, “will be two magic and illusion shows at the Juan Luis Galiardo Theatre which are not to be missed.” On Saturday, January 27 there will be a show by the hypnotist and illusionist ‘Jeff Toussaint’, at 8pm, who will amaze the audience with the power of the mind with a comical and mysterious show of authentic mass hypnosis that will not leave anyone unmoved. And on Sunday, January 28 at midday, the magician ‘Chan-Tun’ will take to the stage for a family show that combines oriental magic with laughter. Tickets are available in advance at giglon.com or from the theatre box office and start at just €3.
The Wasps
THE Wasps are a Powerpop/Punk band first formed in East London in February 1976 with original lead singer/ songwriter Jesse Lynn-Dean. They will be performing live at Louie Louie in Estepona on Saturday, February 10 at 10pm. They were there at the start of the UK Punk rock movement, along with the likes of The Clash, Sex Pistols, The Damned, Buzzcocks, UK Subs, Sham 69, Stiff Little Fingers, Subway Sect and many more. During the ‘76-’77 period They performed extensively at venues across London and the UK such as The Roxy, The Vortex, The Bridge House, Music Machine, The Marquee, etc and performed live twice on Radio 1’s John Peel show. Their singles ‘Teenage Treats’ (a favourite of Peel’s) and ‘Can’t Wait ‘Til ‘78’, are considered Punk classics from that period. Their first single with RCA, ‘Rubber Cars’, was RCA’s fastest selling single the week it was released and would have been a massive hit had RCA not reluctantly pulled the record for legal reasons. The band with the line up at that time split in 1979 during its release due to unresolvable managerial disputes. Jumping forward to 2023, The Wasps are back featuring original frontman Jesse Lynn-Dean who has reinvented the band with creative and talented musicians with a pedigree in Punk and afficionados of the UK Punk ‘76-’79 era. They are all currently based on the Costa del Sol and in 2022 released their brand new album, ‘Punk Prayer’ which is available now on Vinyl and CD. The Wasps’ style of music is as fresh and exciting as ever, with high energy, punchy, catchy and melodic power pop / punk songs!
Kevin Fraser Park THE countdown begins for one of the most anticipated shows of 2024! The family-friendly Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party will be back in Spain in 2024 after its runaway success last March at the WiZink Centre in Madrid. Fans of all ages will once again be able to enjoy the thrill of seeing their favourite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks. A unique show that will make a stop on March 9 and 10 at the Martín Carpena sports centre in Malaga. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is produced by Family Entertainment Live, and brings fans’ favourite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Boneshaker™, Bigfoot®, and the all-new Gunkster™, to name just a few. The Glow Party production features a laser light show, spectacular theatrical effects, dance parties, and lots of Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Fans can also witness a special appearance from the car-eating,
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UNIQUE SHOW: Experience the Glow Party on an even grander scale.
fire-breathing, transforming robot MEGASAURUS™, plus the high-flyers of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Freestyle Motocross. “We’re thrilled that Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party is expanding next year and that more families than ever before can experience this exhilarating show,” said Julie Freeland,
Senior Director of Global Location Based Entertainment at Mattel. “The response from fans and the tour’s success has proven that Hot Wheels has the potential to entertain on various verticals and we’re excited to give fans around the world more of what they love. “The momentum and expansion of Hot Whee-
ls Monster Trucks Live not only across the United States but globally, has been incredible,” said Ken Hudgens, CEO of Family Entertainment Live. “We’re proud to be able to tour the iconic Hot Wheels brand in so many countries and provide families the opportunity to experience the Glow Party on an even grander scale.”
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THE Palacio de la Paz in Fuengirola will host a charity concert by the well-known musician, María Jesús and her accordion to benefit Afesol on Saturday, January 13. Tickets are priced at just €10 and can be purchased on the website www.afesol. org or at the box office of the Palacio de la Paz from one hour before the start of the event. “On January 13 we will be lucky enough to have María Jesús and her accordion, who will start her national tour in Fuengirola with this concert for the benefit of Afesol,” said the councillor for Families, Equality and Social Welfare, Cristina Bornao, adding
that, “the town hall of Fuengirola maintains a close collaboration with different social groups of our town to support their initiatives, Afesol carries out very important work with people who have mental health problems and their families.” For his part, Cristian González, Vice President of the Association of Families and People with Mental Illness of the Costa del Sol, thanked Fuengirola Town Hall for their collaboration and explained that, “this year we are celebrating our 25th anniversary and we are starting with a concert by María Jesús and her accordion, the proceeds of which will go to all the activities carried out in the field of mental health.” María Jesús Grados Ventura, better known as María Jesús y su Acordeón and known worldwide for her hit song ‘Los Pajaritos’. She has been a semi-finalist in the reality show ‘La Granja De Los Famosos’ and has participated in countless television programmes since her beginnings as an artist in the early 60s when María Jesús began travelling with her father on foot, in a cart or on a donkey to play every night in a village.
MARÍA JESÚS: Raising funds for charity with her accordion.
Love the 90s Photo: Facebook / Oasisss Marbella Fest
Charity concert
THE world’s biggest 90s festival returns to Marbella next year at the Recinto Ferial in San Pedro Alcantara. The Love The 90s festival will be back in Marbella this summer after the success of 2023. It will take place as part of the Oasisss Marbella Fest at the Finca de la Caridad in San Pedro Alcantara. The national tour will also pass through Valencia, Madrid and Alicante with a show of more than six hours of live music. The show, dedicated to reviving the music of the 90s, already made a stop in Marbella last August with an audience of 12,000 people. Now it will repeat this year, on Saturday, July 27. The music promoter Sharemusic has also announced other dates in Valencia (June 1), Madrid (June 22) and Alicante (August 24). In total last year around Spain, more than 130,000 spectators enjoyed the world’s biggest show dedicated to reliving the decade of the 90s and all the shows sold out. Tickets are already on sale for this year so you had better be quick.
MUSIC REVIVAL: A new opportunity for nostalgia.
With Love The 90s it is possible to travel back to the 90s for a day and Marbella will be able to experience this for the second year running. The line-up includes 2 Unlimited, Jenny from Ace of Base. Corona, DJ Sashi, Whigfield, OBK, Playahitty, Rozalla, Capella, Spanic, Just Luis, Jerry Daley and Sensity World. The show will be entertained by DJs Jumper Brothers and presented by Fernandisco. There will be more than
six hours of live music with tickets from €35 for general admission. The largest concert venue on the Costa del Sol, the Oasisss Marbella Fest offers a new opportunity for nostalgia and memories to be experienced intensely through music during the more than six hours of Love the 90s show. More information and tickets on sale: lovethe90sma rbella.sharemusic.es.
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by David Hart THE magic of Christmas isn’t quite over yet for children of all ages. After its run on the Gran Vía in Madrid, ‘The Wonderful Lamp’, by the Onbeat Company, is coming to San Roque. Through the Delegation of Culture headed by Ana Ruiz, on Saturday, January 13, you can enjoy it at the Teatro Juan Luis Galiardo, at 5.30pm. Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp is one of the most famous folk tales in existence and takes us to the mystery of the exotic Orient. It has been the subject of books, films, famous songs and even one of the most successful musicals on Broadway and London. Now the Onbeat Company tells it like no one before with ‘La Lampara Maravillosa’ (The Wonderful Lamp). The San Roque councillor for Culture, Ana Ruiz, presented the event, saying that it will be a wonderful opportunity for children to enjoy this popu-
ALADDIN: A wonderful chance to enjoy this classic tale.
lar classic tale in a different and fun way. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.tic ketentradas.com with prices ranging from just €9 to €14. Ágrabah is the land where everything is possible, including the love of a princess with a humble villager, breaking established norms and overcoming social barriers. That is the background of The Marvellous Lamp, although the main character is undoubtedly the Genie who
emerges from the Lamp to help Aladdin achieve his goal of following true love. The Onbeat Company tells the story in the form of a tribute, as it has never been done before, through the Genie and with Broadway musical themes. The well-known songs are joined by other melodies that will transport you to the magic of a story with an excellent staging and incredible live voices.
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GENERALLY speaking, one of the best bargains in terms of value for money in Spain is the understandably very popular Menu del Dia offered at lunchtime by literally of thousands of restaurants around the country. It’s a great concept whereby you can enjoy either a set lunch or a choice of starter, main course and dessert invariably with a drink or a cup of coffee for a relatively low price. We all know that the Spanish enjoy taking their time over a meal and unlike many of those living in the North of Europe aren’t satisfied with a quick sandwich at their desks. Manual workers make the most of their lunch breaks and it’s not unusual to see ambulance crews and other ‘emergency’ workers taking advantage of a break in their busy routine. Franco is credited with the concept of creating the famed Menu del Dia as a way of showcasing Spanish regional cooking and in 1965, he passed a law requiring certain restaurants, especially those in the newly emerging tourist areas, to offer a reasonably priced lunch. The concept was taken up across Spain and by the 1970s most towns
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The very popular Bar Paco in Javea.
had at least one or two restaurants offering this three-course meal at an economic price. Now, more than ever, with many finding it hard to have a great deal of spare cash, the availability of the Menu del Dia is really important and even some restaurants that are normally quite ‘expensive’ have seen the advantage, especially off season, of making a more affordable
menu available. In November of this year, we at Euro Weekly News invited readers to nominate their favourite restaurant or bar offering a tasty, great value for money Menu del Dia and just to encourage participation, offered €100 to the person whose favourite was chosen so that they could enjoy a few more meals on us. There were plenty of recommendations although sadly, some people, especially those entering on Facebook forgot to leave any contact details, so they were unfortunately not in the running. There were all sorts of restaurant types, mainly Spanish but with some strong Chinese and Indian contenders and in the end, the heartfelt plea from ‘senior’ reader Margaret Conner was chosen and her winning entry can be viewed on the EWN website under the heading ‘Menu del Dia Winning Restaurant’. She recommended Bar Paco in Javea who offer a three-course option with bread and a drink for €13, so if you are in the area visit their Facebook page and drop in for lunch.
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Menu del Dia Winner Valentine’s tribute ENTERTAINMENT: Will also be included on the night.
TREAT your loved on for Valentine’s Day at Admiral Arena, Admiral Casino, San Roque for a Robbie Williams Tribute and 80s Show. On Saturday, February 17 you can enjoy a welcome Cava, a great menu with a drink included plus a spectacular show all for €59 per person. Celebrate love in style this Valentine’s Day at the Admiral Arena. An unforgettable evening that begins with a welcoming glass of cava, followed by an exquisite gala menu featuring five individual courses. Enjoy the company of your loved one as drinks flow, creating special moments that will last a lifetime. Furthermore, after dinner, relive the magic of the 80s with an electrifying tribute to Robbie Williams and a show that will transport you to the golden era. Make this Valentine’s Day a unique experience at Casino Admiral San Roque. Reserve now and gift your partner a night filled with love, music, and sophistication. Tickets can be booked here: www.eventbrite.es.
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Swinging Sixties
T HE FILMS SHOWING IN ENGLISH ARE FROM 11/01/24 TO 17/01/24
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PLAZA MAYOR CINEMA MALAGA GODZILLA: MINUS ONE THU: 20:05 FRI, SAT: 19:50, 22:20 SUN: 12:45, 19:50, 22:20 MON, TUE, WED: 21:05
WONKA SUN: 13:10
MEAN GIRLS SUN: 13:15 TUE: 20:25
THE HOLDOVERS TUE: 19:55
THE BEEKEEPER TUE: 18:05, 20:15, 22:35
RED DOG CINEMA PUERTO BANUS NAPOLEON FRI, SAT, SUN: 18:20 MON, TUE, WED, THU: 18:50 THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS AND SNAKES THU, FRI, SAT, SUN, MON, TUE, WED: 21:45 TROLLS BAND TOGETHER SAT, SUN: 12:30 WISH MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI: 17:15 SAT, SUN: 12:00, 15:00 WONKA MON, TUE, WED THU, FRI: 17:00, 19:10, 21:20 SAT, SUN: 12:00, 15:00, 17:15. 19:30, 21:45 AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM THU, FRI, SAT, SUN,
MON, TUE, WED: 17:15, 19:30 SAT, SUN: 12:00, 15:00 MON, TUE, WED: 17:00, 19:15 MEAN GIRLS MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI: 21:30 SAT, SUN: 15:15, 19:40 MIGRATION MON, TUE; WED, THU, FRI: 17:15 SAT, SUN: 12:00, 15:00, 16:40 MON, TUE, WED: 17:15 THE BEEKEEPER MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI: 17:30, 19:30 SAT, SUN: 15:30, 19:30 THE HOLDOVERS MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI: 21:40 SAT, SUN: 21:15
A journey back in time.
Brian Bamford JOIN the Arts Society de la Frontera for a captivating journey back in time at the upcoming lecture: ‘The Swinging Sixties’ presented by Steve King. It’s at the San Roque Club on Wednesday, January 17 from 11am to 1pm. Details and information on how to attend is on the Society’s website: theartssocietydelafronte ra.com, entry is €15 per person payable on the door. €10 for members of other societies. This lecture promises to be a nostalgic and enlightening experience, delving into the creativity and innovation that marked one of the most influential periods in the history of music. The Arts Society de la Frontera is a very friendly and sociable group, so if you are interested in The Arts - in its broadest sense and would like to make new friends with similar interests then The Arts Society de la Frontera is for you. In the meantime, don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of the 60s, come together to celebrate the timeless sounds and cultural impact of this remarkable era. See you there!
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Sharing Platter LA SALA, Puerto Banus is introducing their new Sunday Roast Sharing Platter! Join them every Sunday for a Starter and Sunday Roast Sharing Platter with all the trimmings and even a glass of Champagne for just €28 per person ... and of course we’ll have Live Entertainment from 2pm until late. Since its inauguration in 2010, La Sala has become renowned for its vivacious ambiance, exquisite gastronomy and excellent value for money. Described as “the happening place in Marbella” by eminent online blog, thetraveleditor.com; La Sala Restaurant has truly become, ‘The ultimate social and dining experience,’ and is renowned as one of the busiest restaurants on the Costa del Sol. Contact La Sala to book your table: reserva tions@lasalabanus.com
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SUNDAY ROAST: Served with all the trimmings.
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Jethro Tull John Smith BRITISH rock bands are always welcome visitors to the Costa del Sol and the next big name to arrive will be Jethro Tull who play the Cervantes Theatre in Malaga Capital on Wednesday February 21. Tickets €80 plus booking fee are as expected selling very quickly so if you want to get a chance to listen to one of the most creative bands to emerge from the 1960s who are still playing live, you should act quickly. In 2023, the band led by Ian Anderson, released their 23rd studio album, entitled RökFlöte which is based on the lives and loves of the Pagan Norse Gods. This followed swiftly on the heels of their critically-acclaimed 2022 album The Zealot Gene, their first album in two
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The current line-up of Jethro Tull.
decades. It is very difficult to describe the work of the band which had many names before settling on Jethro Tull as they have moved from blues, to rock to progressive and even folk but with Ian Anderson always the front man, they have amassed sales of around 60 million albums worldwide. This version of the band was formed to tour
in 2019 but the tour was postponed due to the pandemic and they are now on the road which will take up most of the first half of 2024 and then see then spend time playing Germany in the autumn. The Malaga gig is one of only three taking place in Spain, the other two being in Granada and Palma de Mallorca.
A Night to Remember AGE CONCERN are holding their Gala Dinner on Friday, February 16 from 7pm at The Green Label, Chaparral Golf in Mijas. Last year’s dinner was a sell out success and they hope for the same this year. Reservations for the event are now being taken, to book contact Michelle on 619 792 738 or at a local drop in centre. Tickets will also be in their Los Boliches Charity Shop. Tickets for the event are €50 per person for a three-course dinner, a cava and canape reception, wine, beer, water and other drinks throughout the meal and live entertainment from Tony Whitehouse, Jai Northover, Abee Willfly and special guest, Magic Al. Age Concern are also looking for auction and raffle prizes, if you have anything you would like to donate to help them raise vital funds, they would love to hear from you.
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ON January 25, the birthday of Scottish poet Robert ‘Rabbie’ Burns, societies, clubs and groups of friends hold Burns Suppers across the world, to celebrate the life and times of Scotland’s national poet. “Over 1,000 Burns clubs and societies exist around the world,” said John McCheyne, brand ambassador for the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. “No other poet is celebrated in this way.” The first Burns Night supper was held in 1801 when nine of Robert ‘Rabbie’ Burns’ close friends gathered to mark the fifth anniversary of their friend’s death in 1796. The night was deemed such a success, it was decided the occasion would be held again, this time in honour of Rabbie’s birthday, and so the tradition we enjoy to this day was born.
The organiser of this commemorative dinner, Reverend Hamilton Paul, kept notes of the occasion, proof that today’s celebration which includes recitations and rituals has barely changed in 200 years. Including the menu! The centrepiece of any Burns Supper is always the haggis: a savoury pudding containing sheep’s heart, liver and lungs, which is minced with onion, oatmeal, suet, stock and a selection of spices and then cooked in the animal’s stomach lining, served with a side of mashed turnip (neeps) and potatoes (tatties), accompanied by the finest Scotch Whisky. The haggis is piped in on a silver platter and one chosen speaker, usually somebody Scottish or simply brave enough, will perform the Address to a Haggis followed by the piercing of the haggis with
a ceremonial knife. The tradition of honouring Burns didn’t stay in Scotland for long. As Scots travelled the world as part of the British Empire, they brought their idiosyncrasies with them. Gradually the event became a celebration of the trappings of Scottish culture, namely a role in the ceremony for the bagpipes, kilted dress and of course, plenty of whisky. Every year, Scottish expats ‘exiled’ on the Costa del Sol will be eagerly anticipating a traditional Burns Night supper much like the original over 200 years ago. Many bars and restaurants, especially those with a Scottish connection, will be holding Burns Night celebrations including. The Rose and Thistle in Duquesa has a three-course meal from 5.30pm to 9pm for €55.95 which inclu-
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Burns Night
BURNS SUPPER: The centrepiece is always the haggis.
des a bottle of wine (and of course a wee dram). The Beach House in Marbella celebrates Burns Night every year and for 2024 is proposing a
five-course meal with live entertainment. It will be a great dining experience with guest chef Gregg Hudson of Dunfermline, Fife back to assist head chef Jeff Mynott with a fabulous selection of Scottish delights. The Haggis will be ad-
dressed by Mike and Diane Ross, accompanied by a live piper, Tarik El-Yabani, formerly of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment. Then Mark Connor will head up the rest of the night’s live entertainment including of course a few well-known Scottish songs.
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ROCK AND ROLL: The biggest and best festival in Spain.
FROM February 1 to 4 the Rockin’Race Jamboree will celebrate its 30th anniversary in Torremolinos becoming the biggest and best festival in Spain and the only one in Andalucia, dedicated to rock and roll from the 50s and 60s. This first major music festival of the year in Spain has been attended by 211,500 people in its first 29 editions and, for 2024, attendance has already been confirmed for people from many European countries, as well as from Japan, Mexico, Australia and Canada. Eighty per cent of the audience is from abroad and the remaining 20 per cent from Spain. The Rockin’Race Jamboree is already more than just a music festival. After 29 editions held in Torremolinos, this event
has become one of the oldest and most important international events on the Costa del Sol. Over the years, the festival has added more activities to the attractions of the Costa del Sol in February, such as an exhibition and demonstration of classic cars, with more than 50 arriving from different parts of Europe. In 2024, for example, it will be possible to see a unique car made from the fuselage of an aeroplane from Sweden. Live bands in the street during the day and food trucks are other attractions that transform Torremolinos into the world capital of the Rock&Roll of the 50s and 60s. For more information check out the website - https://rockinrace.com.
The Woman in Black David Hart
SUSAN HILL’S acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in an ingenious stage adaptation at Salon Varietes Theatre from Wednesday, January 24 to Sunday January 28. A brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror will be performed nightly at 7.30pm (Sunday at 7pm). A Ghost Play, directed by Lynn Halliday with Dylan Perez Gale and Owain Griffiths. Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt from the Book by Susan Hill which deals with the story of Arthur Kipps, a lawyer, who has hired the Actor to help him tell the story about an experience from his youth. The storytelling begins as Kipps is sent to handle the estate of the deceased Mrs. Drablow. He makes the trip to her funeral in a bleak and lonely part of England, the small village of Crythin Gifford where all of his enquiries into the details of the Drablow estate and the fami-
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GHOST STORY: An ingenious stage adaptation.
ly are met with silence. At the funeral, Kipps alone observes a strange young, ghastly-looking woman dressed in black. Mr Jerome, the colleague accompanying Kipps to the funeral, did not see the woman in black and reacts powerfully when Kipps mentions her. The next morning, Mr. Keckwick takes Kipps to Mrs. Drablow’s eerie Eel Marsh house. The house is reached by way of a narrow causeway that is passable only during low tide. As Kipps investigates the house and the su-
rrounding property, he again sees the woman in black, but is unable to follow her. His apprehension and fear grow. As he cautiously explores the inside of the house, he uncovers a large number of documents and information he must sift through in order to settle Mrs. Drablow’s affairs. His efforts reveal secrets and unexplainable events. As Kipps and the Actor struggle to tell the story and exorcise both their demons, we learn the chilling answer to these questions and more at Salon Varietes in Fuengirola.