lovers of wine

In those far-off days when I was a teenager, I would regard the approach of St Valentine's Day with a nnixture of hope and dread. Would I get a card? X might send one because we kissed when last we met and I'd like to meet again. Y might send one because we are going to the cinema together next week. Z might send one — but I'm not sure I want one from Z. But the vital thing was to get at least one, and not have brothers and sisters hooting with derision at my lonely state. Yes, my mother or father would usually send one to me but the rest of the family would know that. It was vital to receive another card or preferably cards!

Time moves on and now I am somewhat more relaxed about cards. But commercial organisa tions have butted in to Valentine's Day to persuade us all to buy a heart-shaped fluffy cushion, a chocolate heart and other such hearty trinkets for the object of our desire. No thank you. If you feel the urge to give your loved one more than a card, then a bottle of wine is best — and it has the ad vantage that you should get to drinkhalf of it. 1 cannot guarantee results, but at least you won't have to look at a fluffy cushion in the future.

Pink Champagne is supposedly the great seducer. Hmm. A bit ob vious, but if you want to give it a go(so to speak)then the best value is Lanson Brut Rose(£21.25, Anglo Hispano,5-7 Main St, Tel 77210). But why pay about £2 extra just for the colour? A possible reason is the appalling fact that you have been given a fluffy cushion and so you can justify throwing it away on the ground that the colour clashes. 'Proper'champagne is better value. While the Grandes Marques cham pagnes are always reliable(and so they should be at the price), there are often treasures to be found among the smaller houses. 1 have found De Vauzelle Brut N.V. (£15.25, Aiiy/o Hispano, as before) to be superb and,while the name may not impress those who have only heard of the Grandes Marques,the wine certainly will. And you will know you have notfound your true love if he or she is only impressed by the name on the bottle and not the contents.

Moving down a bit, if your wal let only stretches to a sparkling wine then make a 'champagne cocktail' out of it (see my column in last December's issue), or a 'Kir royale'(add a bit of creme de cassis or, if the worst comes to the worst, Ribena). Cava(from anywhere) is reliable and unfussy; or you could try my latest discovery the Italian Prosecco 'Teresa Rizza' (£5.80, Anglo Hispano. again!). This is basi cally Italy's version of Cava, but I find it softer, lighter and fruitier, delicious with strawberries.

You may be thinking of a long commitment—or you may already have one. In that case a bottle for laying down for a few years would be a treat (see last November's is sue). For me there is only one op tion here and that is my perennial favourite, Ruinart 1996 Brut (£33.50,Anglo Hispano). This is topnotch champers that reeks of qual ity and finesse. It is not cheap but imagine celebrating your wedding anniversary with it in, say, five years' time, and it will be just as good if not drunk with the person it was originally intended for.

You Will Know You Havo Notfound Your True Love If He Or She Is Only Impressed Hy The Name On The Hottio And Not The Contents

If you have been obliged to buy a fluffy cushion and the champagne or the first growth claret are beyond your budget as a result, then have a fluffy white to go with the cush ion and your first romantic course. The Antipodes have — after going downhill for a while — started to produce much better quality at rea sonable prices. I still tend to avoid the over oaked Chardonnays (so nineties, my dear),but there is now a very acceptable Nottage Hill Chardonnay 2005(on offer at £4.29, Morrison's Tel: 41214) which I can thoroughly recommend,especially as it has the depth and fruit of a much more expensive wine (and there is no need to reveal the price), with the most subtle hints of oak.If you arc one of the ABC crowd (Anything But Chardonnay!) you might like to try Spier 'Inspire' Sauvignon Blanc 2005 (£5.99, Morrisons a^ain)from Steilenbosch in South Africa's Western Cape. This is very aromatic and tantilizingly herbaceous and per fect with the dozen oysters you'll be tempting your loved one with!

After the champagne or the fluffy white, a warming red is called for to enable you to compare the rich colour to that of your partner's hair, dress, tie, nose or whatever. De pending on your budget, Ginestet Bordeaux( £3.25 Morrison's, Tel: 41114), which is light but full of fla vour, with a good finish, or why not try the lusciously velvety Casa LapostoIIe Merlot 2000 (£6,85, Anglo Hispano, as before) from Chile? it will put you in the right mood for either making a declara tion of undying love or being able to ignore the fluffy cushion.

If the declaration is rebuffed, or the cushion still revolts, then drown your sorrows in a decent cognac. Otherwise it's champagne again.

restaurants

La Barcina Restaurant & Tapas Bar

2/1 Casemates Square. Tel: 41100

Situated right in the heart of town in the popular Casemates Square, La Barcina serves delicious seafood seven days a week including fresh mussels. In addition there is a good tapas list and a vegetarian menu. Large terrace for sum mer dining.

Open:7 days a week

Biancas Restaurant

6/7 Admiral's Walk, Marina Bay. Tel: 73379 Fax: 79061

Bopular and pleasant restaurant on the Quayside at Ma rina Bay with large quayside terrace. TtycHcken tikka raita, avocado & smoked salmon or fresh carrot & ginger soup to start,followed by barbecued spare ribs, beef viagra,swordfish steak,Cajun Ceasar salad,kuku nyama pizza,or chicken and smoked salmon tagliatelle to name but a few for the main course. Crepes, pics, ice cream sundaes etc for des.sert. Children's menu, vegetarian dishes, daily specials. Great for all the family.

Open:7 days,9am • late.

Cafe Solo Grand Casemates Square. Tel: 44449

Modern Italian eatery set in Casemates. Everything from cajun spiced langoustines Caesar salad, or aromatic prawn salad on romaine leaves bound in wild mushroom & sherrv mayonnaise, to pastas (eg: smoked haddock risotto with mascarpone and basil oil;open ravioli of swiss chard,basil, garlic and potato with parmesan cream sauce)and pizzas (eg;Qudtto Stagioni topped witli mozzarella, ham,chicken, pepperoni and mushroom).

Casa Pepe

18 Queensway Quay Marina. Tel/Fax; 46967

Situated right on the water front at Queensway Quay,Casa

Pepe has a comprehensive a la carte menu which includes dishes such as melon & Serrano ham,stuffed piquillo pep pers and filled mushrooms to start, followed by a choice of salads, rice and noodles and fish, poultry and meal dishes which include King Prawns Macarcna (cooked with fresh ginger,tomatoes, mangos and bananas served with basmati rice, fried bread and bananas), Medallions of monkfish cooked with white wine and lobster sauce, duck brea.st Armanac-stylc (with Cognac, mushrooms and pine nuts). Medallions of pork loin cooked with Serrano ham and dry Jerez sherry, and fillet steak Malaguena c(K>ked in creamy garlic mushrooms and sweet sherry sauce topped with prawns. A wide range of tapas/ raciones is also available.

Open: Monday to Saturday 11am till late.

Claus on the Rock Queensway Quay. Tel/Fax:48686

International menu served on the quayside for lunch, after noon and dinner. Well worth a visit, especially if you ap preciate good wines and cigars.

Open:Lunch & Dinner. Closed Sundays.

Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant

11-13 Market Lane. Tel: 77313

Good no fuss Chinese Restaurant off Main St near Post Of fice serving all the traditional favourites including Spring Rolls, Chicken Satay, Buddha Duck in Black Bean Sauce, Pork Sweet and Sour, King Prawns with Spring Onion Gin ger Sauce, Shredded Crispy Beef, Special Noodles and Chicken in Black Bean Sauce on a Sizzling Plate.

Open: 12•3, 6.30 - midnight every day.

La Mamela Catalan Bay. Tel: 72373 lamamelai^gibtelecoin.net

Serving fresh fish caught daily by local fishermen, so you can select your fish before it is cooked to order. La Mameia promises good Mediterranean food and good wine in a re laxed atmosphere — you will he welcome to eat certain dishes with your fingers— perched on the site of an old smuggler's lookout. Try the paella and Arroz a la Marinera.

Open:7 days a week

Da Paolo Marina Bay. Tel: 76799

Da Paolo serves a high standard of attractively presented international cuisine right on the waterfront at Marina Bay. Try baked leek & wild mushroom tartlet or lobster bisque to start, or for main course, crepe of fish & prawns glazed with hollandaise sauce; baked aubergines filled with ratatouilic gratinated with mozzarella; or perhaps the loin of pork baked in cider with cinnamon. Continental/Eng lish breakfast,lunch, inc. light meals & baguettes, and full a la carte dinner served. Quayside terrace.

Open:from 9.31)am. Closed on Sundays.

Paradiso Ristorante

15 Queensway Quay Tel: 50540 paradisoS'paradiso.gi

Situated on Gibraltar's prestigious Queensway Quay Ma rina, Paradiso offers a wide selection of pasta, meat and seafood dishes. Try the house special grilled sea bass, seahream,sole or lobster in special sauces. Great food and good selection of Italian and Spanish wines. Large quay side terrace.

Open: 11am • Ilpm Monday - Saturday.

The Rib Room Restaurant, Rock Hotel. Tel: 73000 www.rockhotelgibraltar.com

With stunning views of the hay,the Rib Room is acclaimed for its high standard of service and cuisine. Ultimate venue for intimate dinners, or larger gatherings, the Rock Hotel rises to the occasion with style and sophistication. Glass of fino and appetiser welcome diners. Summer a la carte and daily house menu from £21.93 p/p specially prepared by the Executive Chef with classical cuisine and a modem in terpretation. Comprehensive wine list.Sunday lunch £14.95 for a welcome Manzanilla,4-courses always includes roast sirloin and some of best Yorkshire puds in town. Sunday newspapers. Relax afterwards to the resident pianist/gui tarist. Air-conditioning, parking, kid's menu/high chair. Open:7pm-]Gpm daily. Credit cards: AC, D, E, M, V

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Parliament Lane Tel: 75924

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Simon's Restaurant 44 Cornwall's Lane. Tel: 47515

Excellent food in a sophisticated, intimate atmosphere. Hosts Suzanne and Simon ensure everyone receives per sonal attention. Start with Simon's own pate with red on ion jam and hot toast, or king prawns themiidor with tar ragon mustard, white wine and cheese cream sauce or per haps baked New Zealand mussels with garlic butter and melted camembert. Main courses include kebab of swordfish and kirw prawns with creamy dill sauce, breast of chicken witn mushroom, bacon, rosemary stuffing and masala sauce, and roast tenderloin of pork wrapped in ba con with apple, sage and Calvados sauce. Or try the roast rack of iamb with mint, redcurrant and red wine sauce or the grilled fillet of mero with avocado and prawns. There is something to delight every palate. Fully air-conditioned. Open:evenings(bookings recommended).

Thyme Restaurant

5 Cornwall's Lane. Tel: 49199

Email: thymegibiPhotmail.com

Modern wine bar serving refreshing cocktails and a wide range of New World and European wines in a cool lively atmosphere, and on the 1st floor above is the restaurant serving bistro cuisine with a menu featuring dishes from all over the world. Try one of these dishes from the wide selection: crispy fried monkfish,rocket salad, chilli jam and creme fraiche; steamed nius.sels flavoured with ginger, lemongrass, chilli & coconut milk; hand rolled ravioli of smoked chicken, crab, basil & marscapone, parmesan veloute; or mains of millefeuille of char grilled salmon & Mediterranean vegetables,seared scallops and basil pesto; charred aubergine,tomato, basil & mozzamlla parcels, red pepper & olive reduction; or Slow braised Moroccan lamb shank,tabboiileh,spiced onion,almond & sultana chutney. Main menu changed seasonally and specials run daily- Eve rything made on the premises using only the best, fresh ingredients. Wide range of New World and European wines.

Open: 12.3U - 3pm and 7pm till late. Closed Sundays.

Informaleatlng

A1 Andalus Bar Restaurant

3 College Lane. Tel: 49184

Small eatery in the centre of town serving lots of tasty food from sandwiches and baguettes to barbecues(lamb chops, fillet steak, mixed grill etc) and tajines. Try the cous-cous (beef, veggie, chicken or lamb)or the tapas - £1 (eg: Span ish omelette,boiled crab legs,garlic chicken,cuttlcfi^stew).

Open:8am-late evening. Now-serving breakfast fromSain-

Barbary Ape

Opp. Queen's Hotel. Tel; 44380

Homemade food, breakfast, lunch and dinner, including English breakfast, toasties, club sandwiches, salads, burg ers and fish & chips. Kid's menu. Enclosed terrace, park ing, near cable car.

Open:from 10am Monday - Saturday. Closed Sundays.

Buddies Pasta Casa

15 Cannon Lane. Tel: 40627

Tasty Italian specials in pleasant ambience. Large selection of starters from garlic bread to calamari. Main courses in clude fettuccinc de formaggio, spaghetti alia carbonara, fusilli al salmone, and entrecote al whisky to name a few.

Tasty desserts and variety of wines-

Open: Monday - Wednesday 10am - 3pm, Thursday, Fri day and Saturday 10am - 4pm and 7pm - midnight.

Charlie's Steak House Grill Marina Bay. Tel/Fax:79993

George and Paula are your hosts at Charlie's where you w'ill find a wide selection of international food including

Charlies Sizzling Specials with steaks or mixed grills. We also carry a good scleciion of svine, spirits and beers.

Steak House Grill & Tauem

Where people meet to eat

.1 Due and varied tiincii menu and a comprehensive a la carte menu thai compDmenis hoiii our kitclien atid our customers.Hvervlhing trom toasties to laglialelle and from full English breakfast lojamaicatt Pepper Pot.

We're on the harbour wall al the beaiiDful Marina Bay so book a pleasant table for iwo or just sit watching iJie world go by while siitping an ice cold beer.

Reserve on Tel/Fax: 79993

\o. 2 Admiral's Walk.

Marina Bay,(libraitar

E-moii: george@gibnet.gi

We love to cater for groups and parties so why not spend that next special occasion at Charlies':' sizzling steaks,tandooris and seattxxl dishes plus daily sporials. Try the special sizzling mixed grill which includes tandoori and garlic chicken breasts, slices of prime fillet, king prawns,sausages, bacon,tomato and peppers. Regu lar theme nights. Quayside terraa'.

Open:9am - late everv day.

Le Coq D'Or

Unit 9-10 Watergardens. Tel: 43601

Eat-in or take-away at this busy eatery for all the favourites such as fish and chips, pie and chips,sausages, donner and chicken kebabs, roast chicken, curries, pinchitos, pakoras, salads and Moroccan cakes.

Open: lOam - late 7 days a week.

The Comer House Restaurant

Continental Hotel

1 Engineer's Lane

Tel:76900 Fax:41702 Email: conliho4^gibnet.gi

Ideal for a rest after shopping as it is centrally located on Main Street, this cafe serves breakfasts (all day), lunches and afternoon teas. Try the homemade mushroom soup or the roast leg of lamb demi gia/e, or perhaps the fish and chips or homemade steak mince burger in pepper sauce. Kiddies menu available.

Open:7am to 7pm (lunches from 12.30)

Fancy That Sandwich Bar

Ground Floor, ICC. Tel: 47262

Great place for hot and cold rolls, sandwiches(wide selec tion or fillings), toasties, hot pies, and salad pots. Plus tea, coffee, soft drinlts, doughnuts, mul^ins and biscuits.

Open: Mun - Fri 8.30 - 6pm,Sat 10 - 2pm.

Just A Nibble hi Fir international Commercial Ctr. Tel: 78052

Full blown licensed cafeteria serving English breakfast, vast range of toaslies, rolls, and other snacks. Meals include steak and kidney pio, Bob's famous chicken curry / chilli con carne,& now Kentucky-style fried chicken, plus all the old favourites - jacket spuds, burgers, hot dogs,fish and chips, and daily specials. Ideal meeting place.

Open: Monday - Saturday from 9am.

Just Desserts hi Floor ICC Tel: 48014

Comfortable bright and airy cafe serx'ing vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisine from bmakfast and lunch to after noon tea. Homemade desserts a speciality. Eat-in or takea way at sensible prices. Outside catering service.

Open:8am - 4.30pm Monday to IViday.

Khan's Indian Cuisine

Unit 7-8, Watergardens. Tel: 50015

Eat-In or take-away at this traditional Indian eatery. Evcr^'thing from onion bhajia and ga-en pepper pakora to chicken tikka. tandoori king prawns. Khan's special fish curtA', chicken jalfrezi, lamb rrigan josh, naan bread, rices, vegetable dishes and everything in between!

The Lunchbox

301 Eurotowers. Tel: 49310 with orders

Fa'sh filled baguettes and Vienna/wholemeal mils, paninis

Serranito style (roast pork, green peppers and sauce), brie, ham & tomato or mushroom,or tuna mayo and sweetcorn, Calentita, salad.s, baked potatoes, chilli beef with cheese nachos. Relax with the Cliroiiich- in the coffee and TV lounge. Range of local dishes, homemade caki-s and desserts.

Open: Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm,

Mumtaz Indian Cuisine Take-away

20 Cornwall's Lane. Tel: 44257

Cwxl Indian take-away sen ice H-rving all the favourites from masala naan and spinach bhajia to lamb biryani, chicken likka masala, king prawn korma and tandoori chicken kebab roll. Sauces and vegetarian dishes plus spe ciality dishes each Sunday (all dishes a-asonably priced).

Open 7 days a week 11 - 3,6 - late.

Munchies Cafe

24 Main Street. Tel; 43840 Fax: 42390

A gmat sandwich bar/cafe offering an unusual range of sandwiches on white or granary bread, plus salads, ba guettes,soups,desserts,homemade ice-cream and hot/cold drinks. Business lunches, parties and kids parties also ca tered for (for party and office platters phone or fax order by 5.30pm dav before - minium orders for delivery £12).

Open: Mon - Fri 8.30-7, Sat 9-4,Closed Sun.

The Office Bar-Bistro

Parliament Lane Tel: 40932

On the site of the old Bull and Bull this new bar/bistro has different specials every day to complement tapas and all dav English breakfast plus a menu which includes ba guettes, toasties, gambas pil pil, chicken with mushroom or pepper sauce, minute steak,omelettes and cakes. There is a sheltered terrace for summer drinks and food plus a TV for sporting events.

Open: Monday to Friday 7am-6pm Saturday 8am-4pm.

Closed Sunday.

The Pic Machine

83 Governor's Street. Tel:49314

Delicious pies homemade on the premisesincluding chicken & mushroom, pure chicken,steak & kidney, minced beef& onion and lots more. Also sausage roils, filled rolls, soft drinks, tea and cotfee. Eat-in or take-away.

Open: Mon • Fri 7am •6pm,Sat/Sun Sam - 2pm.

The Real Taste of ComwalJ

16 City Mill Lane. Tel: 70737

Real pasties, handmade in Cornwall and baked in Gibral tar, are available fi\)m this Pasty Bar and Takeaway located just ott Main Street near Mothercare. Go along for a quiet pint or take a pasty home for tea, many flavours available from beef & Stilton to Cheese & Bacon,Steak & Ale to Broc coli, Cheese & Sweetcom.

Open: lOam - late Monday to Saturday.

Roy's II Fish and Chips Cafeteria

Opposite the Convent, Main Street. This tish and chip cafeteria and lakc-away is located di-

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• rectly opposite the Governor's residence on Main Street. Traditional fish and chips,burgers,salads and much more- nSacarello Coffee Co.

Open: IBam-lOpm.

57 Irish Town. Tel: 70625

Converted coffee warehouse, ideal for coffee, hoineniade cakes with afternoon tea, plus full menu including excel lent salad bar, specials of the day and dishes such as lasa gne, stcat and mushroom Guinness pie, hot chicken salad, toastics,dub sandwich and baked potatoes. Art exhibitions.

Open:9am - 7.3tlpm. Closed Sundays.

Smith's Fish & Chips

295 Main Street. Tel: 74254

A traditional British fish and chip shop with tables/seating available or take-awav wrapped in newspaper.

Menu: Cod, haddock or plaice in batter, Cornish pasties, mushy peas etc. Also curries, omletles and burgers.

Open:Ram - 6pm Mcmday - Friday. Breakfasts fix>m Sam.

Located: Main Street opposite the Convent.

Solly's Salt Beef Parlour & Delicatessen

8 Canon Lane. Tel: 78511

Newly opened on Cannon Lane this carvery, charcuterie and deli offers delicious food to take away eat in or for delivery. Try thecarvery(from llam),hot orcold baguettes with fillings such as curried chicken breast, Merguez sau sages,schnitzel, pastrami,smoked turkey and pressed beef. There are also salads and platters including bangers& mash, lamb chops, beet burgers and hot dogs. (Clalt Kosher)

Open: 12pm - late. Closed Saturdays, Sunday 6pm - late.

Solo Express

Ground Floor, Intemalional Commercial Centre

Solo Express,locafeci right next to Pizza Hut,serves a good variety of salads and baguettes (white, brown & ciabatta) filled with a wide deli selection of things such as n^ast chicken; smoked salmon & mascapone; ham,cheese and coleslaw; or hummous, avocado and roasted red pepper. The salads are fresh and tasty and include Greek, Waldorf, cous cous, tuna pasta, etc at just 75p per generous .sciwp. Tea,coffee etc plus cakes(such as carrot cake and muffins) arc also availabc through out the day. Eat-in available.

The Tasty Bite

59a Irish Town. Tel; 78220 Fax: 74321

Tasty Bite has one ot the biggest take-away menus around with home cooked meats,filled baguettes,burgers,chicken, kebabs and everything else you can think of!

Open: Monday - Saturday.

bars&pubs

All's Well

Grand Casemates Square. Tel: 72987

Traditional pub in fashionable Casemates area. Named for the 18th century practice of locking the Gates to the city at night when the guard announced 'All's Well' before hand ing the keys to the watch. All's Well serves Bnssbwrs, wine and spirits plus pub fare. English breakfast served all day, hot meals such as pork in mushroom sauce,sausage & mash, cod and chips and steak & ale pie are complimented by a range of salads and filled jacket potat(H.'S- Large terrace.

The Angry Friar

278 Main Street. Tel: 71570

The Angry Friar is everything you'd expect frem a British pub, but with a large terrace. Food 9.30 - 4, 6 - 9.15 inc. breakfasts. (Sunday roasts 11 - 4,6 - 9.15pm).

Open:9.30am-midnight(Sun.from llam) Located: Opposite The Convent.

"Market Taver/?

Aragon Bar

15 Bell Lane. Tel: 78855

A friendly traditional bar serving good homemade food. Outside tables available.

Open:7 days, 10-late, food 10 - 10.

The Cannon Bar

27 Cannon Lane. Tel: 77288

Now run by Amin, the friendly face from the kitchen for over 18 years! Good pub food served all day plus Amin make.s cous cous or tajinc to order.

Located: off Main St at Marks & Spencer.

The Clipper Irish Town. Tel: 79791

Large popular bar .serving good homemade food from breakfasttodinner. Large varied menu. Top sporting events covered on overliead TVs. Private functions catered for.

Open:9,30am to midnight(Fri and Sat to lam). Food served 9.30am to 10pm).

Corks Wine Bar Irish Town. Tel: 75566

Under the new management of Neil and Gino, CorLs is a popular and pleasant wine bar serving an excellent range of hot and cold dishes at lunchtime (12-3pm) with daily specials. Toast, coffee and scones served 9.30-11,30am, af ternoon toasties. English breakfast. Tuesday evening is Curry Night, Thursday evening is Steak night

Open:9:00am - late. Closed Sundays

Duck & Firkin

Building 6,Europort. Tel: 72745

Live football on a giant TV showing all premier league ac tion from Skv Sports plus more. Quiz machines, 2 poker machines,2 pool tables. Karaoke on 2nd Saturday in month.

Food served ICam - 3pm Mon-Sat.

Open:from 10am -midnight(Friday-Sat urdayllam-lam)

The Horseshoe

193 Main Street. Tel; 77444

Right in the centre of town,the Horseshoe is a popular,busy bar. Good menu from full English breakfast,to burgers and mixed grills. Currv and chilli specials on Sunday.

Open:9am to late, Sunday 10am - late.

Facilities: Main Street terrace.

The Market Tavern

Walerport/Casemates Gates. Tel: 50800

Serving good food from salads, snacks and full English breakfast (until 3pm)to burgers, toasties, curries, fish and chips, and pie, chips and gravy. Pool table upstairs. Live music Friday 9pm -late. Karaoke Wed and Sat 9pm- late. Open:8am • late Mon - Sat, Sun lOam-late.

The London Bar

76/78 Governor's Street Tel: 77172

A comfortable bar located close to the Eliott Hotel and sen'ing a variety of hot and cold bar snacks such as breakfasts, sandwiches, rolls and toasties, burgers, salads, omelettes or onion ring, chips and cheese, colesla\^' or beans. Terrace seating. Air conditioning.

Open:9am - midnight Mon - Sat. Closed Sundays.

Lord Nelson Bar Brasserie

10 Casemates Sq. Tel:50009 www.lordnelson.gi

E-mail: reservationsMordnelson.gi

Attractive bar/brasserie in historic Casemates building. Done out to respresent Nelson's ship with cloud and sky ceiling crossed with beams and sails. Spacious terrace

Menu:Lunch:try the speciality mussels in white wine,gar lic and cream, or the famous fish and chips served with homemade tartar sauce. Daily specials and snacks avail able. Evening:full a la carte including special dishes cooked at your table. Steak Diane, king prawns a la romana,crepes suzette and many more. Sunday lunch from £6.95. Credit cards accepted. Live music every weekend.

Open:from 10am till very late.

Pickwicks

Governor's Parade. Tel; 76488

Newly refurbished and run by well-known friendly face, Mandy,this small pub with a large terrace is situated in the new Theatre square away from the traffic and safe for all the family. Sometimes there's live music in the summer months. Good food available. Private parties catered for.

Open: weekdays from 9.30am - midnight(-lam Fridays)

Location: turn off Main St at Marks & Spencer.

The Pig and Whistle Unit 18, Watergardens. Tel: 76167

A comfortable pleasant pub with pool table and terrace on the quayside. Big screen television for sporting events.

Open:10-midnight(Fri-Sat 11-lam)

Red Lion Pub

Walergardens. Tel: 44392

Pleasant recently relurbished pub in Watergardens serving all homemade food for breakfast and lunches with Sunday lunches starting soon. Plasma TV for sport.s fans.

Open:9am - late, including Saturdays and Sundays.

The Royal Calpe

176 Main Street. Tel: 75890

Comfortable traditional bar close to the Cathedral on Main Street. Beer garden at the rear. Serving good pub food all day including breakfast, omelettes, salads, jackets, toasties and main coursessuch as curry;chilli,lasagne,scampi, burg ers and fish and chips. Kiddies menu available.

Open:9ani-12 Mon - Sat, Sun llam-lOpm.

Royal Oak Bar 59c Irish Town. Tel: 71708 nThe Star Bar Parliament Lane. Tel: 75924

Informal pub, popular for its pool table and sports talk.

Outdoor seating.

Located: Irish Town, parallel to Main St.

Reputedly thi^ oldest bar in Gib, this bar opens early for breakfast(English or toast & cereal). Lunch/evening menu includes fillet steak, fish and chips and salads. Kids menu 99p. Home of Med Golf(10% discount on food for Med Members). Home of Leeds United FC supporters club.

Facilities: Outside seating.

Open:from 7am every day.

Located: first right off Main Street(walking from N to S).

The Three Owls

Irish Town

The Three Owls is a traditional bar serving best of English beers.Three separate bars/floors:ground tloor — big screen tv, pool table, poker machines,games machines,bar — open from 10.30am daily. First floor'Hoots' — 2 match pool ta bles, poker machines, darts board, games machine, bar open from 1 pm daily. Second Floor'Nest' —American pool table, poker machine, games machine, card table, bar open from 5pm daily.

The Three Roses Governor's Street. Tel; 51614

Ann and Stuart from Scotland runs this bar, known as The Scottish Embassy, serving homemade food (until 3pm). Dartboard and pool table. Happy hours 3-7 Friday, 12-2 Saturday- Free tapas 4-6 Friday.

Open:all day, everv day.

The Tunnel

8 Casemates Square. Tel: 74946 Tel/Fax:44878

Large bar located in the historic Casemates Square.

Menu: Wide variety of affordable food including Sizzling specials from 7pm. Selection of international meals.Indian specialities, vegetarian selections, homemade ice-cream. Sunday carvery served lpm-9pm (hot & cold).

Facilities: Large terrace, big screen TVs,regular live music. Open:7 days a week 9am - very late.

The Venture Inn

Lynch's Lane. Tel; 75776

A good central meeting place, this bar serves home-cooked food all day. Terrace seating off Main Street.

Open:from 10am

Located: Main Street near Casemates,opposite the ICC.

Wembley Bar

10 South Barrack Ramp. Tel: 78004

Popular bar for hot and cold bar snacks, function room,in south district. Fridays lOam for breakfast. Air conditioned.

Open: 11am - midnight Sundav - Thursday, 10am - lam Fridav, llam - lam Saturdays.

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La Diva

142 Av de Espana, La Linea

Little bar within short hop of the frontier. Ideal stop off for Spanish and English food, tapa.s and Sunday roasts. Great place to meet up and easy to find (on roundabout beloic Rocamar building). Food 12noon - 10pm.

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