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Last month we had snow, gales and heavy rain. It has been one of the coldest winters I have experienced in the 11 years of living here in Spain. I am certainly looking forward to the warmer weather. (I think I might have said that last month!!!) Easter isn't far away and for the Spanish “Semana Santa” is a huge celebration and a week of deep rooted tradition, procession and fiestas. See pages 18 and 19 where we focus on one of the most ostentatious celebrations of them all in Seville. More locally we have the annual Artwalk in Competa 1,2,4,5th April which promises to be a great event. Other events over the next month or so include the “Day for Life”, see page 44 and The Easter Egg hunt for children at the Balcon Hotel, Competa. Also, in the world of politics, it is the local elections in May . Over the next couple of months there will be more information on those standing in the local area which might aid in your voting decision. Next month is our regular property feature however we will also be combining this with rentals and property management in time for the coming summer season. If you would like to advertise you properties or services in the next edition please do get in contact . This feature is open to Business & to individuals wishing to rent or sell their home privately. You can find all our contact details to the left of this page. Enjoy and keep reading
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21 Competa Artwalk The 7th village Artwalk, returns for four days during Semana Santa
44 Day for Life Fun family day held in Competa in aid of Cudeca cancer care
60 Purple Day A fund raising concert held in Competa promoting a greater understanding of epilepsy on a global scale
84 Celebration time – Bee Day! More Campo Cuttings with Lorraine Cavanagh
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Super 3 bed 2 bath village villa (191 m²) within walking distance of all amenities including large living/dining room, breakfast kitchen and tower room, self contained guest apartment, pool, terraces, roof terrace and sea views.
Fabulous two storey 4 bed 2 bath villa (191 m²) in a peaceful countryside location with large living room, separate dining room, superb master bedroom, pool, terraces, roof terraces, workshop and gardens.
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Well established spacious 4 bed 3 bath villa including self contained guest house (200 m²) within walking distance of the village with large living/dining room + 2nd reception room, sun room, pool, garage, terraces, gardens and sea views. ref:v1008 EPC - In process
Price:75,000 Euros
Walking to village! Price: 245,000 Euros
EPC - In process
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Offers considered!
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Completely reformed 2 bed 1 bath village house (66 m²) with modern interior, good sized living/dining room, 2 double beds and large roof terrace – ideal holiday home/rental property.
Beautifully renovated traditional 2 bed 1 bath village house (81m²) in a superb central location. This charming property is full of character and has versatile living accommodation, stunning views from the roof terrace and parking nearby.
Beautiful immaculately presented rustic style 3 bed 2 bath country house (104 m²) within walking distance of the village with excellent access, covered terrace, pool area and huge kitchen/dining area.
EPC - In process
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Stunning views!
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Attractive rustic style 3 bed 2 bath country house (110 m²) with excellent access, covered terrace, pool, large storage room, mature gardens and breathtaking sea and coastal views.
Delightful, established 2 bed villa (81.47 m²) in a peaceful location near Competa. Ideal holiday home/rental property with spacious accommodation, lovely pool area and wonderful views.
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Charming beautifully renovated traditional 3 bed 1 bath village house (120 m²) with many attractive rustic features, comfortable well laid out living accommodation and a roof terrace with lovely views.
EPC - F EPC - E
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Spacious well established 3 bed 2 bath villa (107 m²) with separate 1 bed 1 bath guest accommodation included, close to Competa. This beautiful villa has excellent access, wonderful views, superb terrace and pool areas and a great outside kitchen. ref:v546 EPC - E
Superb 2 storey 3 bed 2 bath country house (124 m²) and separate finca (45 m²) with excellent access, great rental potential, versatile living accommodation, 2 terraces, courtyard, car port and sea views.
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Canillas de Albaida Superb immaculately presented 4 bed 3 bath village house (230 m²) with large living/dining room, beautiful fitted kitchen, garage and roof terrace with sea views.
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A renovated, traditional 2 bed village house at an excellent price. This would be a great holiday home or rental property and is ready to move into right away. Easy access and parking very close by. EPC - E ref: t339
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Offers considered! Price:220,000 Euros
EPC - D
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Fabulous luxury 4 bed 4 bath villa (690 m²) recently refurbished with extensive living accommodation, covered heated pool, huge terrace, outdoor kitchen/bar and spectacular mountain, countryside and sea views. EPC - E ref: v802
Substantial rustic style 5 bed 3 bath country house (269 m²) and restaurant (137 m²) with car parking, outbuildings, garage, pool, terraces, courtyard, 1 bed apartment, stable, corral, poultry facilities and mature gardens.
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Canillas de Albaida Fabulous rustic style 3 bed 2 bath villa (127 m²) well maintained inside and out with easy access, pool, terraces and amazing views - a fantastic holiday home/rental property ready for immediate use. EPC- E ref: v826
fewer-frills monarchy. A palace statement on Tuesday detailing the royal household's 2015 budget said Felipe, 47, would receive 234,204 euros (£174,000), a fifth less than his father and predecessor, Juan Carlos, received as monarch before abdicating last June. Juan Carlos, who retains his honorary title of king, will receive 187,356 euros. The palace budget, which has been frozen or cut since 2009 as Spain suffered hard economic times, remains unchanged in 2015 at 7.8 million euros. Felipe has striven to improve the monarchy's image, which has been tarnished by a number of scandals in recent years. In particular, his father was criticised for hunting elephant in Botswana at a time when ordinary Spaniards were suffering a severe economic crisis.
Marina Picasso
NEWS IN SPAIN News from around the Country
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he granddaughter of Pablo Picasso has said she plans to privately sell off “one by one, based on need” some of her collection of more than 10,000 works by the artist to help fund her charity work. Marina Picasso’s plans to bypass traditional art market routes will send shivers down the spines of dealers and auction houses, though how much of an impact it will truly have on the art market depends on a key question. How much of her enormous collection – which includes 300 paintings along with thousands of drawings, etchings, and ceramics – does she intend to sell? Rumours emerged a month ago that Marina was aiming to sell seven important paintings which could be worth up to £200m. It was also reported that she was planning to sell her grandfather’s Cannes villa La Californie, where she lives. Howvere, last Month Marina broke her silence to deny the sale of La Californie.
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pain is to close its Cervantes Institute culture centre in Gibraltar in a new
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sign of heightened tension between Madrid and the authorities on the Rock. Announcing the decision in parliament, the Spanish foreign minister pointed out that the main function of the Cervantes Institute global network was to teach the Spanish language. “And in Gibraltar, everyone speaks it except for the apes”, José Manuel García - Margallo quipped, referring to Barbary macaques on the Rock, which are Europe's only wild population of monkeys. It is now thought there are more than 200 of the animals. The minister, who has made a point of ramping up the rhetoric against Gibraltar’s status as a British Overseas Territory since the Popular Party (PP) came to power in late 2011, said the decision to “set up a Cervantes Institute in what is considered Spanish territory” was clearly absurd.
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pain's King Felipe VI has slashed his salary as head of state by 20 percent for 2015, a move in line with his pledges for a more moderate,
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irginia Pérez Buendía, described by residents as a loner, has bequeathed her entire fortune to a fund which will provide grants to students from the village in the central CastileLa Mancha region in Spain. "We knew she had money; what no one knew is that she was going to leave it to the village," said one local woman. Local priest Arsenio Triguero explained that Pérez Buendía was a "bohemian lady" who never married or had children. She divided her time between a residence for the elderly, her Madrid flat and one of the houses she owned in Valverde de Júcar, where villagers say her only passions were animals and the farm she ran alone. In September she died aged 86 in her flat near the Prado museum, although, according to Mr Triguero, her body was not discovered for six weeks. Virginia Pérez Buendía, described by residents as a loner, bequeaths her fortune to a fund which will provide grants to students.
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World Press Photo Exhibition 2013
ACTION FOR ANIMALS More Good News
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his month we've got more happy news to share.
In last month's Grapevine we told you about Florence, who had been found pregnant and abandoned on the streets of Competa and had been fortunate enough to find a wonderful, new home. One of her pups had also been adopted, but two were still looking for their forever homes. We're so happy to report that both Florence's remaining pups have now been adopted and are doing splendidly with their lovely new owners, pictured here. We also wrote about Pixie, an abandoned podenco, who had been living outside and was desperately looking for a new home. Thankfully, Simon from Cómpeta came to the rescue and saved her before all the dreadful, cold weather began. Lucky Pixie!
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More recently, we found a sad, little kitty, hungry and cold, hiding under a car that was parked outside our charity shop. We managed to get some food to him, but he was very timid and refused to come out from beneath the car. Eventually, we coaxed him out and took him safely inside. After seeing our post about him on Facebook he was offered a fabulous new home via Gunhild Pederson, one of our local vets. Another happy ending! Our quiz night in January was an enormous success and raised an incredible 206€. We're very sad to say goodbye to Pat Kirkbright, who's been our quiz mistress from the very beginning, and we'd like to say a huge thanks to Pat for all her hard work and wish her a happy future in the UK. The quiz will now continue under the expert guidance of
Megan Furniss and our next one will be on March 20th at Bar Vendimia in Cómpeta. Please come along and support us. And finally, an important date for your diary. Our annual fun dog show “Scruffs” will take place this year on May 9th at The Pavo Real. It'll be lots of fun for all the family. Watch this space for more information. Action for Animals Charity Shop, Avenida de la Constitución 59, Cómpeta. Opening hours: 10.00-14.00 Monday to Friday and 10.00-13.30 Saturday Telephone 660586040 www.actionforanimals.org Follow us on Facebook: Action for Animals (UK/Spain)
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Ed Balls tweets his own name In 2011, the Labour Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls was shopping in Asda in Castleford for the ingredients for a 12-hour pulled pork BBQ when an aide suggested he search for an article on Twitter mentioning him. Rather than typing his name into the search bar, he typed it into the status bar and hit 'send'. The tweet was retweeted over 25,000 times, and received more than 10,000 'likes'.
BIGGEST TECHNOLOGY GAFFES OF THE 21ST CENTURY Google barge Google's ambitious plan to build floating technology showrooms in San Francisco Bay and Portland harbour hit the buffers when the Coast Guard determined the barges presented safety hazards. After racking up hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of property taxes, the project was scrapped, and the Portland vessel was dismantled. #Bendgate Following the launch of Apple's iPhone 6 Plus in 2014, some owners of the device reported that their handsets had bent in their pockets, leading to the hashtag #Bendgate trending on Twitter. Apple eventually responded, claiming that only nine people had reported the problem and, if used normally, a bend in the iPhone 6 was very rare. Satya Nadella says women shouldn't ask for pay rises Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella sparked controversy last year after saying women do not need to ask for a pay raise but should instead put their faith in "karma". Mr Nadella later admitted his error in a memo to Microsoft employees, stating that men and women should get equal pay for equal work, and that anyone who thinks they deserve a raise should just ask.
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Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook profile hacked Facebook founder and chief executive Mark Zuckerberg had his profile page hacked by an IT security researcher in 2013, after the social network ignored his warnings that a glitch in the site allowed anyone to post on a stranger’s wall. The researcher apologised for intruding on Mr Zuckerberg's privacy, but claimed he had no other choice. #Antennagate Within days of the launch of Apple's iPhone 4 in 2010, users were complaining that, when you gripped the phone in a certain way, it would lose signal and in some cases drop calls. Apple initially dismissed the issue, but later held a press conference about 'Antennagate', where it announced that everyone who wanted would get a free bumper case to resolve the issue. Google Buzz Google Buzz was a social networking, microblogging and messaging tool that was developed by Google and integrated into Gmail. The service was beset with privacy issues, due to a feature that gave users a ready-made circle of friends based on their most frequent email and chat contacts. The service was discontinued less than two years after launch.
MtGox loses 744,000 bitcoins The world’s largest bitcoin exchange suspended trading in February 2014, after rumours emerged that 744,000 BTC – six per cent of all the coins in circulation, worth around £251m at the time – had been stolen. MtGox ended up filing for bankruptcy protection, with outstanding debts of ¥6.5 billion. Facebook conducts secret psychological experiment on users Over 600,000 Facebook users unwittingly took part in a psychological experiment, whereby the social network altered the tone of users' news feeds to highlight either positive or negative posts from their friends, and then then monitored users' responses. The revelation resulted in a privacy backlash, and the company eventually admitted it had made mistakes. Sony Pictures Entertainment hacked Sony Pictures Entertainment was hacked in 2014 by a group calling themselves the Guardians of Peace. The hackers stole thousands of gigabytes of private data, including the scripts of five Hollywood films. Some reports suggested that North Korea was behind the attack, in retaliation for a film called The Interview, which depicted a CIA plot to assassinate Kim Jong-un. However, Pyongyang denied any involvement
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El Mosquin Cómpeta Tel: 608 658 108 www.horseriding-andalucia.com email: caballosmosquin@hotmail.com
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treks in the mountains. Emma has also achieved excellent results with a 12year old wild horse that Silvia brought to us some months ago. Silvia is now riding her "wild" horse. Emma is gives herself entirely when training and instructing. With her highly professional riding skills, the best will, a patience of an angel and her positive attitude, she enables the horse to take responsibility, gain confidence and mature in the exercises.
EMMA’S VISIT TO LOS CABALLOS DEL MOSQUIN
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or a month we had the pleasure of having a Danish women, Emma Daae working with us and our horses. Emma has been riding all her life, travelling around the world, (Australia, Canada etc.) and is a
specialist in training horses to relax and to be positive forward thinking. While staying with us, Emma has started on 3 year old Eucalipto so that owner 10year old Cecilie can continue working with him in the school as well as taking him out on
We plan to have Emma at Los Caballos del Mosquin on several occasions giving clinics during 2015. If you are interested please contact caballosmosquin@hotmail.com
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FASTING ... HEALTH AND HAPPINESS By Jane Gudge
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ent, the 6 weeks period of fasting beginning on Ash Wednesday, lasting through the Spring Equinox until Good Friday. . Interestingly every culture has a practice of fasting whether for reasons of self discipline, religion, improved health of mind and body or just for the times when food is short. Spring time could be as much as 6 weeks later than anticipated; for many animals this lack is sufficient for them to give up and starve to death. As a species we are unique in knowing that not eating for a month will do us no harm indeed and will manifest remarkable benefits upon our system. Almost everyone in the West eats far too much and far too often, add to that the poor nutritional quality of foods we so eagerly purchase from the supermarkets it might be worth contemplating quite how bad a state our bodies are in, and we can be sure that if
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the digestion is compromised, the brain is affected, and when that happens all our systems suffer.
heal all ailments from diabetes to rheumatoid athritis and is anti aging!
Neither medicine nor food heal the body; it has been designed to, heal itself.
It might be an idea to contemplate how much our precious bodies and minds would love a spring clean.
Not eating triggers remarkable healing; thinking becomes clearer, sleep improves, liver, kidney and colon function efficiently, blood pressure normalises and energy increases. Yes! Perhaps 60% of our caloric intake is used to digest and process the food we eat, imagine how more efficiently our body mind and spirit will function when we get out of its way by not eating our ridiculously unhelpful grub. Great health means we should be full of boundless energy and enthusiasm, life should daily be a fabulous adventure, if not we are not in the best of health! Should we continue to feed we shall continue to sicken, fasting has been proven over millennia to
Although dramatic improvement is evident, we do not need to fast for 21 or 10 or 7 days; just 3 days fasting and resting over a long weekend will make us feel wonderful, indeed intermittent fasting has been proven to have a highly beneficial effect upon bodily functions; opting to fast for 36 hours once a week will improve our sleep pattern, keep the waistline in check and if done regularly during the year, our skin will be glowing, our energy level will be high furthermore cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure levels will be normalised, all by taking time out to rest and recuperate and what is more it doesn't cost a penny..it is called natural healing.
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SEMANA SANTA IN SEVILLE March 29 to April 5 2015,
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emana Santa (Holy Week) will take place from March 29 to April 5 2015, in Seville and other cities in Spain. When is Semana Santa? From March 29 to April 5 2015, the streets of Seville, and other Spanish cities including Malaga, will be filled with thousands of
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medieval robed and hooded figures, processing slowly behind swaying life-sized religious effigies, accompanied by the deep thud of drums and mournful wailing of trumpets. It might sound sinister, but Semana Santa (Holy Week) is an extraordinary, mesmerising experience and constitutes one of Spain’s largest festivals.
The ancient, sombre celebration of Christ’s last days, reveals a mystical side of this vibrant city, especially at dusk, when candles are lit, and the processions take on a haunting, timeless feel. Up to a million visitors flock to Seville for the spectacle; the late-night processions on Thursday (April 2), la Madruga’ are unmissable.
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What is Semana Santa? Holy Week is a week-long celebration of pageantry, art, and raw emotion, as processions make their stately way from parish churches to the cathedral and back again. Nearly 70 cofradias (church brotherhoods, many dating from the 16th century) take part, each with their own muchadored Virgin Mary and Jesus statues, as well as colourful misterios (tableaux of bible scenes), on elaborately-decorated pasos (floats). Each cofradia has up to 3000 nazarenos (the robed, hooded figures; penitents carry crosses), taking as long as 90 minutes to file past. Nazarenos wear a hood, tunic and belt in their cofradia’s special colours. The capirotes (tall, pointed hoods with eyeholes) were designed so the faithful could repent in anonymity, without being recognised as selfconfessed sinners. What happens in the processions? Each day, between six and nine cofradias go out in procession, with the first starting at midday. The long line of hooded nazarenos, statues, and musicians slowly moves out of its parish church, led by a cross. As the wistful, flower-bedecked Virgin, resplendent in her goldemboidered mantle emerges, people shout “Guapa!” (Beautiful!) – it’s a moment charged with great emotion. Watch processions pass through their own district (San Bernardo, Macarena, Triana) – you’ll feel the intense affection, especially for the Maria effigies, akin to loyalty for football teams. Confetti and flower petals are thrown, and some passionate soul belts out a saeta, a haunting lament to the Holy Mother sung from a balcony. The cofradia joins the Official Route (see below) to arrive at the cathedral, and then begins the return journey back home. Some of the larger cofradias take an
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exhausting 14 hours for the entire round trip. Key dates: the best Seville Semana Santa processions, and when and where to see them. Thursday 2 and Friday 3 April are national holidays: many monuments are closed those days, either in the afternoon or all day (most shops close in the afternoon all week). Be aware that if it rains, or even threatens to, processions are cancelled. Outfits are designed so that those repenting for their sins can conceal their identity. One of the few cofradias which passes through Maria Luisa Park is La Paz, on Palm Sunday (March 29); catch it at 2.30pm near Plaza de España. At 3pm La Hiniesta comes out through the narrow Gothic-arched entrance of its church in Plaza San Julian – an amazing sight, and a delicate, skilled manoeuvre. Look up, and you’ll see balconies decorated with palm leaves all around the city. In the old Jewish quarter, on Tuesday (March 31), see San Bernardo as dusk falls in Calle Mateas Gago at 8.30pm - a line of dark, shadowy silhouettes with tall red flickering candles; you’re back in the 16th century. La Sed passes through Plaza Encarnacion on Wednesday (April 1) at 5.30pm – the steps of contemporary architectural icon Metropol Parasol offer a great viewing point. On Thursday (April 2) Las Cigarerras crosses San Telmo bridge at 4pm, passing the Torre del Oro. Traditionally women wear black dresses with mantillas (lace veils) on Thursday. The climax of the week is La Madruga’, early Good Friday morning (April 3), when Seville’s two (rival) favourite Virgins, Triana and Macarena – you can see their
and taxi - make their muchanticipated appearances. Sleep in the afternoon, go out to dinner at 9pm, then grab a spot for one of these: La Macarena emerging from her Basilica at 12 midnight (look out for the Roman centurions, and the misterio paso with Pontius Pilate). El Silencio – the oldest hermandad, founded in 1340; hauntingly silent, with no street lights, at 1am in Plaza del Duque. Jesus del Gran Poder, with its gilt baroque Christ paso, in Plaza San Lorenzo at 1.30am. La Esperanza de Triana, icon of this riverside district, in Calle Pureza at 2.15am. El Cachorro, whose 17th-century dying Christ figure is a masterpiece, crosses Triana bridge at 5.30pm on Good Friday (April 3). You’ll see seats set up along the “Official Route”, from Calle Campana, along Calle Sierpes, in Plaza San Francisco, down Avenida de la Constitucion, to Plaza Virgen de los Reyes by the cathedral. These are all booked out months in advance, but Tour Cofrade (tourcofradesevilla.blogspot.co.uk) offers tours which include: visits to three churches whose pasos go out that day, and to a sculptor’s workshop; lunch; and a reserved seat in Plaza Virgen de los Reyes (where cofradias come out of the cathedral) until the last paso leaves (around midnight), for £71. Another option is to rent a balcony overlooking the route – away from the crowds, while still immersed in the atmosphere, and with a great view. mybalcony (mybalcony.com) offers balconies to rent for up to 12 people, some with food and drink included, from around £50 per person. By Fiona Flores Watson
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thick paste acrylic. Opposite the restaurant you'll find the gallery Luz de la Vida where Dutch Artist Lieuwke Loth will also exhibit her drawings and bronze sculptures. Irene Grant, will show her paintings in Salon de Actos; a range of realistic paintings of life, landscape and portraits in oil and acrylic.
COMPETA ARTWALK 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th April
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elcome to Competa for the 7th village Artwalk, for four days during Semana Santa (1, 2, 4, 5 of April). The intention of this event is to offer, to all those who are interested in the world of art, an opportunity to meet with the diverse, international and multicultural artistic community of this "Pueblo blanco". Art will be shown at different locations in the centre. Competa is well known for its artistic and creative environment, it has an open, tolerant, friendly and welcoming culture which is the reason why you will find a wide range of artists, sculptors, writers and musicians, all looking for creative inspiration in this countryside at the foot of the mountains. We have examples of painting, photography, graphic art, drawings, stoneware pottery, ceramic art, bronze sculptures, turned wood and textiles. It will be a good time to meet artists and craftsmen, discuss their work, lives and inspirations. This year the event will be even more animated with live music in various venues in the centre of this beautiful authentic mountain village. If the weather is good you will enjoy stunning views of the mountains and the sea. There are also many great restaurants with good quality food, e.g. Spanish, Moroccan and international
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cuisine, and cosy bars. .In the Andalusian village you'll find beautiful corners, alleyways, passages and typically Spanish "plaza's". Often you'll have a sense of walking through a painting, with it's picturesque Moorish architecture. If you're looking for good quality art work & craft work the Artwalk is not to be missed. But also for those who like to take home some typical local products, Competa offers a lot. Several artists will give a workshop for children so that they can 'experience' working creatively. Their works will be shown in the village during the Artwalk. There will be guided tours offered daily at blue kiosk in main carpark 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Artists who live and work in this area will exhibit their work, together with a number of invited artists. For example this year the guest-artist Diana Worthy, who is living near Antequera will exhibit her ceramics and felt artworks. The stoneware works are hand thrown and hand decorated, with the result that she offers high quality ceramic bowls, vases etc. Her handmade felt wall-hangings are created in pure alpaca fibre coming from her own Alpacas! Local German artist Heide Dorsch will exhibit her works in restaurant El Pilon. Realistic works made with
A Dutch guest-artist who will bring one of her works especially from Holland to Spain is Merel Holleboom. She makes big metal sculptures which she designs and manufactures all by herself. English illustrator John Barrett, living in Canillas de Albaida, will show his paintings and drawings which are inspired by Garcia Lorca at Paco's restaurant. Spanish artist Raquel Noguerol Perez, from Granada, shows her drawings full of dreams and stories. Since there are 19 artists participating we can go on explaining what kind of work they will exhibit. But if you do love art, you must just come up to Competa at the beginning of April. On behalf of the artists and craft people of C贸mpeta & the guestartists, we welcome you to the Art Walk! The Artwalk starts at Wednesday, 01-04-15, inauguration at 11 at the Salon de Actos, at 12 all the venues open. Open; Wed 1, Thurs 2, Sat 4, Sun 5 at 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Admission is free. Market day Saturday, avoid car park before 3 p.m. For more information and the the route of the "Artwalk" http://www.artcompeta.com / www.facebook.com/artcompeta Maps and information are also available at the Tourist Information Centre in Competa.
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HOTEL BALCÓN DE CÓMPETA THE THREE STAR HOTEL IN THE BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE OF CÓMPETA C/San Antonio, 75 - Cómpeta Tel: (+34) 952 55 3662 / 3535 Fax (+34) 952 51 6780 Email: info@hotel-competa.com WHATSAPP: (+ 34) 671132563 FACEBOOK: /HotelBalconDeCompeta Website: www.hotel-competa.com
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forever.” In the journal Palaeodiversity, he added: “There is no doubt in my mind it would have been eaten by dinosaurs, although we cannot know what effect it had on them.” “This is an important discovery that helps us understand the timeline of grass development, which now forms the basis of the human food supply in such crops as corn, rice or wheat. But it also shows this parasitic fungus may have been around almost as long as the grasses themselves, as both a toxin and natural hallucinogen.” World Press Photo Exhibition 2013
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firm, based in China, set workers the challenge of carrying the live animals down a specially marked track during their Chinese New Year celebrations. If they succeeded, they then had to kiss the animal and pose for pictures. And they also got to take home the bacon - literally.
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UPSCALE BARS AND RESTAURANTS IN GRANADA FOR 2015 Here are some of the smartest places to try out in 2015.
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hen you arrive into the city of Granada the amount of bars and restaurants in the city centre can be overwhelming. It can be difficult to choose amongst so many different options. Over the last year many new places have opened. Here are some of the smartest places to try out in 2015. Eat out in Granada Sibarius This restaurant is in one of the oldest squares in Granada. Plaza Bib Rambla. Sibarius has been open for 18 months and offers a menu of Japanese and Peruvian Cuisine. Choose to sit outside on the terrace overlooking the square or stay inside. The sleek interior has both a bar area as well as tables downstairs. The upper part have more space for busy periods and private events. Recommended dishes here are the Causa Peruana made from potatoes, vegetables and
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avocado. Also the seafood here is exquisitely selected Oysters and Sushi are favourites with the locals here. You can choose to just have a few beers with the complementary tapa at the bar or dine three courses if you prefer.
sharing plate. Other highlights are the T bone steak from the Valle del Esla and the NY Burger with an Andalusian touch. They also have excellent Jamón Ibérico and local Caviar from Riofrio if you are looking for gourmet options.
La Platea This restaurant opened on Calle Angel Ganivet in July 2014. This is their second establishment, the other Platea is at Calle José Pérez Pujadas. (near to the Science Park Museum and Forum building) They offer a New York Style Brunch at this city centre location, every Sunday from 11.30am to 1.30pm. The brunch service has two options. 11 euros for the standard option or 16 euros for the large brunch. Part of the brunch is buffet style you can eat as much as you like. It´s currently the only one in Granada. Perfect for lazy Sunday mornings. The restaurant has tapas, non stop food available all day and a full restaurant service. The Patatas regalo are a great option for a
Damasqueros The restaurant is tucked into a small street in the Realejo area of Granada, inside an elegant and understated setting. It isn´t a new restaurant but it´s reputation has been increasing over the past year. Damasqueros has been in business for 4 years are now known for some of the best cuisine to be found in the region. There is a small bar area for tapas and wines to one side of the restaurant if you don´t want to have a full meal. One of their signature dishes is Red tuna with pumpkin ravioli. All the ingredients served here are of the highest quality. The menu is regularly changed to adapt to seasonality of produce.Closed on Sunday night and Mondays
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Arriaga Alvaro Arriaga is well known in culinary circles in Spain. A basque chef he will only use the best quality meat and fish for his kitchen. The restaurant is one of the more elegant options for lunch or dinner in Granada. (It´s opposite Science Park Museum).Dine at Restaurante Arriaga on a table on the seventh floor. As you savour the food you will enjoy a vast panoramic view over the Sierra Nevada Mountains. This is located inside the Museum Caja Cultural de Andalucía and perfect for viewing Granada too. Meat lovers shouldn´t miss the tender Beef Cheek cooked for 24 hours. Also choose dessert the Marscapone Flan which is highly recommended. In April 2014 Alvaro Arriaga opened a new venture, Caradura Bistrot at Calle María Guerrero. Plaza de la ilusión. This bar is informal, perfect for lunch on the run or a few beers with friends. It´s located in a residential area but a handy address to have if you are close to train station or around that side of town.
Drinks in Granada The street Angel Ganivet has undergone a huge transformation in 2014. This was the entrance to the Realejo quarter in times gone by and more recently the area where high end boutiques were located. As some of those stores have moved to other more commercial streets in the city or closed down, this street has now been filled with new bars and restaurants. Some of the names which opened this year were: Lowe Gastro & Drinks This smart addition to the street opened in Autumn 2014. Offering a selection of good food as well lots of great Gin & Tonics and cocktails. The interior is elegant and luxurious. Some of the disehs on the menu here are pork skirt steak with reduction of rum and a generous Cesar Salad. Artik Opened in November 2014. This bar has an extensive list of specialist Gins and tonics as well as cocktails too. The music is low key so that you
can actually talk. Artik is a bar with a relaxed atmosphere but yet has an ultra modern interior design. The list of Cocktails without alcohol is extensive. Aliatar In 2008 this nightclub opened right in the centre of Granada. Previously a cinema, the interior is spectacular due to the high ceilings and large scale of the building. Often there are events such as fashion shows and launch events which are organized here. On a typical weekend night it will get busy after 1am and stay open until 7am on weekends. Aliatar is at Calle Recogidas 2 Upper 683 Opened in September 2012 in the Serrallo Plaza this nightclub is one of the most modern in Granada. It has a chill out terrace outside overlooking Granada which is open in the afternoons. There is a smart restaurant inside with Asian Mediterranean fusion too. .
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Gently fold in half of the cheese, the chorizo, red pepper, sour cream paprika, and parsley with a silicone spatula. Season to taste with more salt and pepper. Using your fingers, rub the outsides of the potato shells with the oil. Distribute the filling among the shells, mounding it, and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake the potatoes, uncovered, until heated through, 25 to 30 minutes. (To check, insert the blade of a small knife into the center of a potato for 5 seconds; it should be hot.) Sprinkle the potatoes with the remaining cheese and bake until the cheese melts and browns lightly in some places, 2 to 3 minutes more. Garnish the potatoes with parsley, let sit 5 to 10 minutes, and serve.
TWICE-BAKED POTATOES WITH CHORIZO AND ROASTED RED PEPPER Serves 4 as a main course or 8 as a side
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anchego, chorizo, and smoked paprika lend a Spanish flavor to a beloved American comfort food. These potatoes are big enough to be a main dish; make halves (see variation below) if you’d like to serve them as a side.
INGREDIENTS 4 large russet potatoes (10 to 12 oz. each), scrubbed, pierced 5 or 6 times with a fork 2 oz. (4 Tbs.) unsalted butter, softened 1 tsp. sweet smoked paprika Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 oz. coarsely grated Manchego (1-1/2 cups) 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled fresh chorizo (from one 5- to 6-oz. fresh chorizo link) OR diced cured chorizo 1/2 cup drained, diced roasted
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red pepper 1/4 cup sour cream 1 tsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; more for garnish 1 Tbs. canola oil Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 400°F. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake until tender when pierced with a fork, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to a cutting board and let sit until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Cut a 1/2-inch-thick slice lengthwise off the top of each potato; scrape the flesh from the slices into a large bowl and discard the skins. Spoon the flesh from the potatoes into the bowl, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. Add the butter, paprika, 3/4 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper and mix with a potato masher until blended; do not overwork (lumps are OK).
Make Ahead Tips The potatoes can be baked and filled up to 1 day ahead. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Bring them to room temperature and heat the oven to 400°F before doing the final bake. Variations Twice-Baked Potato Halves: After the first bake, halve the potatoes lengthwise. Scoop the flesh out of both halves, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. Make the filling, then fill both halves of each potato, bake, and finish as directed. Nutrition information (per serving): Calories (kcal): 610; Fat (g): fat g 34; Fat Calories (kcal): 310; Saturated Fat (g): sat fat g 19; Protein (g): protein g 19; Monounsaturated Fat (g): 9; Carbohydrates (g): carbs g 56; Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 2.5; Sodium (mg): sodium mg 960; Cholesterol (mg): cholesterol mg 80; Fiber (g): fiber g 5;
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Family run bar in Archez, serving spanish food. Open all day, every day, serving breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Tapas, raciones and main meals. Inside dining or outside dining on the terrace. Can cater for parties ask for more information. Tel: Rafa 696 34 31 16 Rafa Junior 622 77 94 45 Sonia 686 55 83 62
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Pavo Real Bar and Restaurant Open 6 days a week (incl. Kitchen) 12.00pm until late (Closed Wednesdays) TEL: 654 869 083
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SPAIN IN STATS: A PORTRAIT OF A NATION
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rom a very low crime rate to the largest wealth divide in the European Union, here are ten key statistics that shine a light on modern Spain. Statistics may not tell the whole story about a country, but they do provide a fascinating insight.
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Immigrants and expats There were 4.905.495 foreign residents officially registered in Spain as of June 2014, out of a total estimated population of 46.507.760 million. The number of foreigners in the country could, however, actually be higher as not everyone is registered at their local town hall. There were 311,774 registered Brits in Spain at the start of 2014 for example, but the real number of people from the UK
living in Spain either for the whole year, or part of the year, is likely to be much higher. The largest groups of foreigners are Romanians and Moroccans, with the Brits in third place. Safety first Spain is definitely one of Europe's safer countries and crime rates in general are on the wane, despite
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increasing poverty because of the crisis. The country's murder rate in 2013 was 0.6 per 100,000 people, one of the lowest in western Europe. There were 302 murders in the country that year, down from 364 a year earlier. The crime rate per 100,000 people was 46.1, down from 48.0 in 2012 Police received 54,734 complaints related to sexual violence while 86,034 violent robberies were recorded, down 10.94 percent on 2012, according to Spain’s interior ministry Surviving cancer Spain's health system continues to be world-renowned and its organ donor system is generally held up to be the best in the world. Cancer survival rates mirror this trend with the five-year survival after diagnosis for all major types of tumour on the rise, according to a study published in The Lancet. Particularly strong improvements were seen for prostate cancer where the survival rate rose 73.7 percent from 1995 to 1999 tp 87.1 percent for 2005 to 2009. For breast cancer, the survival rate rose from 77.8 percent to 83.7 percent in the periods in question. Equal opportunity A total of 54.1 percent of women in Spain aged over 20 to 64 are working, compared to 64.5 percent of men, 2012 figures from Spain’s national statistics institute show. The biggest divide is in the 55 to 64 age group where 52.4 percent of men are working and 36 percent of women are in employment. Meanwhile 139 of Spain’s 350 MPs are women, or 39.7 percent. In the country senate, the figure is 33.5 percent.
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Falling fertility rates Spain’s fertility rate in 2012 was 1.32, a long way down from 2.20 notched up in 1980 but up from the 2000 figure of 1.23. Spain's first-time mums are also Europe's oldest with women putting off having their first baby until they are 32. While this trend towards having fewer babies is in line with European trends, there have been concerns raised about Spain's ageing population with representatives from the United Nations Children’s Fund warning Spain’s ageing population could cause serious social and economic problems that could damage the pensions and healthcare systems. Youth hardest hit by unemployment At 23.7 percent Spain's unemployment is one of the highest in Europe and consistently rates as one of Spanish citizens' chief preoccupations in the monthly polls carried out by the government research body CIS. While the figure has dropped from the 25.65 percent of mid-2014 it remains a serious problem, and for people under 25, the jobless rate is 52 percent. On top of that, there are 1.79 million families with all working-age members unemployed. Falling wages The economic crisis has hit Spanish workers harder than their counterparts in most other countries. Average salaries have fallen by an average of 2 per cent a year since 2007, more than anywhere else in Europe except Greece.
Spain's total workforce, some 7.7 million people, are so-called 'mileuristas', earning €1,000 a month or less. Rainbow marriages The expense of weddings and changing attitudes to traditional marriage have had an impact on post-crisis Spain. In 2000, the average rate of marriages per year per 1000 inhabitants was 5.4 but that fell to around 3.6 by 2010. The 2013 rate was just 3.3. There were 155,098 couples married in 2013, down 8 per cent on the previous year. Same-sex marriages accounted for 3,102 of those, a slight fall from 2012's 3,834 figure. A total of 30,453 gay and lesbian couples have been married in Spain since it was made legal in 2005. Life on the streets Figures on homelessness are notoriously difficult to obtain but Spain's national statistics institute reports that 22,938 people used the country's homeless hostels and shelters in 2012, the latest year for which numbers are available. Major Spanish charity Caritas, meanwhile, estimates there are over 30,000 people living on the streets in Spain, and highlights that there were 35.908 home evictions in the country from January to July 2013. Some 83 percent of the people evicted did not have another home, Caritas said. Source George Mills, local es
The mean average monthly salary in Spain in 2013 was just €1,324 while 34 per cent of the country's 16,682,861 employees earned the minimum wage of €645. Tax office figures show that almost half of Spain's total workforce, some 7.7 million people, are so-called
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generously sponsored by Competa local businesses. There will be the annual Darts I Competition kindly sponsored, once again by Pavo Real. At lunchtime, the Alberdini will prepare and cook a “Paellagigante” for only 5e a portion of which 2e is donated to Cudeca. There will be numerous stalls for you to meander around, the ever popular home-made cake stall, handmade jewellery, home-made soaps, bargains at the Bric a Brac, wooden carvings, local produce and of course, an amazing Raffle Stall. If you are able to support our stalls by donating some surplus garden produce, bric-a-brac or wish to bake a cake, please contact me as per details at the bottom of article.
DAY FOR LIFE SUNDAY, 26th APRIL 2015 Fun family day in aid of cudeca cancer care
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he day will commence at 10.45am with the annual 5km sponsored walk, for those who wish to participate – around the village of Competa, finishing at The Alberdini Rural Hotel, Pago la Lomilla 85, Competa. Telephone 952516294. The idea first started in 2006 as sadly many of us had lost friends and family to cancer. Instead of travelling back to the UK to join a “Race for Life” in aid of Cancer Research UK where annually up to 750,000 participate at one of the numerous venues across various towns and cities across the UK, we decided to arrange a local event “Walk for Life” and support Cudeca. To celebrate a decade of Walk for Life, we'd like
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will be three separate prizes for the best dressed female, male and youngster. Also for the first time, en route there will be a “special Cudeca watering hole.” Full details to be announced in next month's Grapevine. As always, it is free to join our walk, all I please ask is that you try and obtain as much sponsor money as possible or make a donation. Please contact me, Cindy Jones 665156467 or email cindyjones19@hotmail.com for a sponsor form. The “Day for Life” fun begins from 12noon onwards at The Alberdini with lots of entertainment for both adults and children. There will be an opportunity to try Hoopla, Tin Can Alley, Pin the Poo and Cover the Bottle and win a prize
I am really hoping the weather will be kind to us this year, you may recall last year the walkers got absolutely drenched in a torrential downpour. Although I cannot guarantee the weather, I will pray for a dry, sunny day. I can however, promise you a fun day as described above together with a full programme of musical entertainment, whilst at the same time helping Cudeca. It is a charitable organisation that provides palliative care to the terminally ill cancer sufferers within the province of Malaga. Cudeca receives very little public funding instead they entirely depend on initiatives for raising money to ensure they can continue to provide the “special kind of caring” to those who need specialist palliative care. Thank you. Cindy Jones Cudeca Volunteer Tel 665156467 Email cindyjones19@hotmail.com website. www.walkspain.co.uk/walk-for-life/
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coming from Rueda and Penedes in Catalonia. Rioja Wine Region The Rioja wine region consists of three sub-regions: Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa and Rioja Baja. From these vineyards in the north of Spain come some of the country’s top red wines.
SPANISH WINE
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he red wines of Rioja, the sherries of Jerez and the crisp Cava of Catalonia are the best known Spanish wines yet it is the lesser known reds of Ribera del Duero that have made the greatest impact at international wine fairs. What to look for in Spanish wines Look for these quality designations on the Spanish wine label. Crianza: Crianzas spend between 6-12 months in oak casks. Reserva: Reservas are aged a minimum of 1 year in oak casks and 2 years in bottles or a combination of both with a minimum of one year in casks. Gran Reserva: These wines are only made in exceptional years, undergo extensive ageing, with a minimum 2 years in oak and 3 in the bottle. The periods of ageing vary according to the local regulatory body. Wine Classification: ‘Denominaciónes de Origen’ Spain was the first country to have laws defining quality. The country’s wine regions are known as ‘denominaciónes’ in the way that French wines are classified by ‘appellation’. This is a system which is used to classify and regulate grape variety and region of origin. Here are some details of the designations of origin in Spain with the best wines at the top of the list:
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Denominación de Pago (DO de Pago): The wines of ‘de Pago’ are of the highest quality which are usually produced by individual estates. Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOC): These are wine regions which have earned a reputation for consistent quality and this particular status has only been awarded to Rioja and Priorato. Denominación de Origen (DO): There are sixty six wine regions throughout Spain with this status producing mainstream quality wines. Vino de Calidad Producido en Región Determinada (VCPRD):This is the title given to the newer wine producing areas currently finding their place on the quality ladder. Vino de la Tierra (VdlT) :There are a total of 58 (including official and unofficial) Vino de la Tierra regions in Spain where country wines taking the name of the region in which they are produced can be found. Vino de Mesa :Vino de Mesa or table wine as we refer to it is bulk grown and more often than not produced from a wide selection of regions. This means it does not have a vintage and the label on the bottle will not show its area of production – it will simply say ‘Produce of Spain’. Spanish Wine Regions Wine Regions of Spain There are more than 50 with the best reds coming from Rioja, Ribero del Duero and Navarra in the north and the top whites
Ribera del Duero Wine Region The Ribera del Duero region of northern Spain has never received the acclaim of its neighbour in nearby Rioja yet it is here that Spain’s finest red wines come from. Penedes Wine Region Winemaking technology in the Penedès region is way ahead of the rest of Cataluña, and ahead of most of Spain, largely because of the wealth and technical expertise generated by the booming cava industry. A whole range of day excursions from Barcelona are available to this wine lover’s paradise. Cava – Spanish Sparkling Wine Cava comes from the Penedes Region of northern Spain near Barcelona. It’s very similar to French Champagne but much better value. Somontano Wine Region The Somontano wine region of northern Spain lies in the foothills of the Pyrenees in the province of Huesca. Sherry Wine Region The relentless heat of the Jerez sherry region in Andalucia is well suited to vines where the clay albariza soil acts as a sponge which soaks up and stores the winter rainfall until the vines need it in summer. Rias Baixas Wine Region The Rias Baixas region of Galicia on Spain’s Atlantic northwest coast is famed for its excellent Albariño wines.
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TAPAS
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apas are at the very heart of Spanish lifestyle and culture. Everywhere in Spain, you will find lively, noisy bars serving small plates of superb flavours and local delicacies. It is essentially a style of eating rather than a form of cooking. Tapas mean sociability, friends and family. The Spanish, in general, won't drink without eating something as well. Tapas in SpainHappy hour in Spain is not a half price drink hour. It's a time when you can have a free small tapa with every
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drink ordered. Not all bars participate in this modern custom but it is certainly becoming more popular. Many cuisines offer foods meant to awaken the appetite. Antipasti, hors d'oeuvres and mezes are among countless names of dishes typically eaten just before a meal. In some trendy restaurants they turn an assortment of small dishes into the main meal itself. In Spain, however, eating tapas is a separate dining experience. In fact, the term tapas and its various regional equivalents have come to imply the act of going out ng the
barhopping, or the art of eating while standing. After completing the first round of lively conversation and small plates, the group moves on to the next bar, often only footsteps away. There is no end to the variety of tapas available. Every village, town or city has their own variety of small bites of Spanish flavours. Some of these tapas are common to all districts. Even if the name is slightly different, the recipe will be the same. THE HISTORY OF TAPAS: The word "tapas" is derived from the Spanish verb tapar, "to
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cover". Tapa means "lid" or "cover" in Spanish. There are a wide variety of colorful explanations for why tapa has come to denote a type of food: * According to legend, the tapa tradition began when King Alfonso X was ill. During his illness he ate small dishes washed down by wine. He accredited this diet to his recovery and ordered that all taverns serve small snacks or tapas with their wine.
history by incorporating ingredients and influences from many different cultures and countries. The Romans invaded and introduced the Olive. The Moors invaded in the 8th century and brought almonds, citrus fruits and fragrant spices. The discovery of the New World brought the introduction of chili peppers, tomatoes, corn, beans and potatoes. All have combined to make tapas fun and exotic dishes with very few boundaries. COMMON SPANISH TAPAS:
* Another version is thin slices of Jamón Iberia were placed across the top of his wine glass, encouraging him to snack. Hence the tapa (cover). * Yet another version is King Alfonso stopped by a famous venta (inn) in windy Cadiz where he ordered a cup of sherry. The waiter covered the glass with a slice of cured ham to protect the sherry from the sand. The king, after drinking the wine and eating the ham, ordered another sherry "with the cover." * A commonly cited explanation is that an item, be it bread or a flat card, etc., would often be placed on top of a drink to protect it from fruit flies; at some point it became a habit to top this "cover" with a snack. * It is also commonly said that since one would be standing while eating in traditional Spanish bars, they would need to place their plates on top of their drinks in order to eat, therefore creating a cover. * Some believe that the name originated sometime around the 16th century when tavern owners found out that the strong taste and smell of mature cheese could help disguise that of bad wine, thus "covering" it. Whatever the source, tapas have since evolved through Spanish
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Aceitunas -Olives Albóndigas -Meatballs Aioli -Aioli means garlic and oil in Catalan. A Spanish mayonnaise Bacalao -Salted cod sliced thinly. Usually served with bread and tomatoes Banderillas -Cold tapas made out of vegetables pickled in vinegar Boquerónes -Fresh anchovies marinated in vinegar or deep fried Calamares -Rings of battered squid Chopitos -Battered and fried tiny squid Cojonuda -(Superb female) Morillo sausage and quail egg on bread Cojonudo -(Superb male) Chorizo with a fried quail egg on bread Croquetas -Potato based croquettes with a variety of extras Empanadillas -Small pastries filled with meats and vegetables Ensaladilla rusa -(Russian salad) Vegetables, tuna, olives and mayonnaise Gambas -Prawns prepared a variety of ways Mejillones rellones -Stuffed Mussels Pan con tómate -thick grilled breads rubbed with garlic and tomato Pimientos de Padrón -Small green peppers fried in olive oil Pulpo -Octopus, usually served in the oil in which it was cooked Pincho moruno -A spicy kebab, made of pork or chicken. It means 'Moorish spike' Patatas bravas -Boiled potato
dices and peas served with mayonnaise or Aioli Queso con anchoas -Cured cheese with anchovies on top Tortilla de patatas -Best described as a potato quiche or omelet EATING TAPAS: In Spain, dinner is seldom served before 9.30pm. It is common to eat as late as midnight and then attend a concert starting at 2am! This leaves a significant amount of time between lunch, taken between 1-3pm, and dinner. Therefore, Spaniards often go "bar hopping" and eat tapas in the time between finishing work and having dinner. Nowadays, it is very common for bars and restaurants to have a range of tapas available for all opening hours. Some restaurants specialize in tapas only, while others have their tapas bar as well as their restaurant menu. One can sit at the bar and snack on tapas all night or have the tapas as a starter before being seated at a table for the main meal. In most restaurants, tapas are ordered as portions or raciónes. Media ración is a small dish or half the full serving size. Ración is a whole serving for one. The portions are usually shared by diners, not unlike a Middle Eastern Mezze or a Chinese Yum Char. In Northern Spain, tapas are called pinchos or pintxos, pincho meaning toothpick. The toothpick is to keep the topping from falling off the bread it is covering. Often topped with wonderful but salty hams and sausages, tapas are a strong inducement to thirst, which is quickly quenched in a bar. As a bar food, it doesn't get much better than that. Written by: Irene Palmers
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LAS FALLAS FESTIVAL Valencia March 2015 ights, gunpowder, monuments, flowers, traditional costumes, music, satire, emotions and a great deal of fun are the ingredients of a unique cocktail known as the Fallas Fiestas.
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to 19 (the feast of Saint Joseph, day of the father in the whole country), Valencia is given over to a carnival of bonfires, fiesta, fireworks and a healthy dose of satire known as Las Fallas, the fires.
In the middle of the Mediterranean coast, Valencia city, celebrates each year the final days of the winter and the arrival of spring with spectacular fires and pyrotechnics. From March 15
The Fallas Festival Displayed on every corner all over the city are colourful ninots, giant papier-mâché figures often 20 feet tall or even more that have been paraded through the streets and
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then placed in fantasy groups to tower over excited spectators. Each one in some way satirises a political figure, or a soap star, or more exotic creatures from the movies, TV, sports idols, or simply imagination. Some of them are grotesque – others playful and charming – all are larger than life and up for public scrutiny. The Fallas Festival Every day at 2pm firecrackers rip
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through the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in an noisy event called la Mascleta. This concert of gunpowder is very popular and involves different neighbourhood groups competing for the most impressive volley, ending with the terremoto, (literally means "earthquake") as hundreds of masclets exploiting simultaneously. While this may not be for the frail or faintfainthearted, you understand how hearted, the Valencians got their valiant name. Another important event is the Ofrenda de Flores a la Virgen de los Desamparados, a beautiful ceremony every March 17 and 18, that honours Valencia's patron Virgin. Thousands of Falleras and Falleros arrive to the city from every corner of the Comunitat (Valencia State) and take to the streets wearing traditional costumes and dancing to their neighbourhood or village bands as they weave their way to the Plaza de la Virgen to offer bouquets to the giant image of the Virgin. Historians say that the origins of the festival go back to the time when carpenters cleared out their workshops and talleres at the end of winter, throwing out odds and ends of wood and old candles and lighting them on the street the day of Saint Joseph. Nowadays, celebrations draw to an end with a fabulous firework display in the Paseo de la Alameda, called the Nit del Foc (literally "The Night of Fire"), on March 18. All Fallas burn all over the city the Crema night (including the winner of the competition) in a tremendous spectacle of fire and joy. Valencia is at that moment like Nero's Rome, a city in flames. That's why Valencians call this the best firework fiesta in the world! Don´t miss it! The Fallas Programme 2015 The official programme offers a diverse range of activities that run
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through March, intensifying as the Fallas week approaches. Decorative lighting covers the 370 falla group headquarters spread throughout the city. Valencia becomes an immense and unparalleled museum, born to be destroyed, once its mission is accomplished: the exposure of the negative side of life, exposed to be ridiculed and incinerated. 1 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 2 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 5:30pm. Children's ninot parade: Glorieta - Calle La Paz - San Vicente - Plaza del Ayuntamiento Marqués de Sotelo - Calle Jativa. 8 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 6pm. Mascleta (Las Arenas Beach). 10:30pm. Ninot Parade (Route: Calle Jativa - Marqués de Sotelo Maria Cristina - Plaza del Ayuntamiento - Marques de Sotelo - Jativa). Firework display. 11 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 12 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 13 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 14 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 6pm. Closing ceremony of the Ninot Infantil Exhibition. 15 March 8am. Setting up (la Planta) of all the children’s fallas. 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 6pm. Closing ceremony of the Ninot Exhibition. 12pm. Setting up (la Planta) of all the Fallas. 1:30am. Firework display (Paseo de la Alameda). 16 March 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del
Ayuntamiento). 4:30pm. Children’s Fallas Award Ceremony. 10:30pm. Cabalgata Folklórica (procession with examples of regional festivals). 1:30am. Firework display (Paseo de la Alameda). 17 March 9:30am. Fallas Award Ceremony. 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 16:00pm. Floral offering to Virgen de los Desamparados (Our Lady of the Forsaken). 1:30am. Firework display (Paseo de la Alameda). 18 March 11am. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). Tribute to the poet Maximiliano Thous (Calle Sagunto). 12pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). Tribute to Maestro Serrano (Avenida Reino de Valencia). 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 16pm. Floral offering to Virgen de los Desamparados (Our Lady of the Forsaken). 2:00am. Firework display (Paseo de la Alameda). 19 March 11am. Floral offering to St. Joseph (St. Joseph Bridge). 12pm. Solemn Mass to honour St Joseph the Patriarch (The Cathedral). 2pm. Mascleta (Plaza del Ayuntamiento). 19pm. Procession of Fire (from Calle Ruzafa, Calle Colon, to end in Porta de la Mar). 22pm. Crema (Burning) of the children’s Fallas. 22:30pm. Crema (Burning) of the children's Falla awarded first prize in the Special Section. 23pm. Crema (Burning) of the Plaza del Ayuntamiento children’s Falla. 00am. Crema (Burning) of all the Fallas of Valencia. 00:30am. Crema (Burning) of the Falla awarded first prize in the Special Section. 1am. Firework display (Plaza del Ayuntamiento).
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Wills Inheritance Property Purchases Company Incorporations Taxes (both residents & non residents) Thomas Gant Law Thomas Gant L贸pez Avenida Constituci贸n, Local 6 Abogado/Lawyer 29754 C贸mpeta (M谩laga) Tlf: 0034 952 51 69 61 The Grapevine advertise call 637 028 873 The Grapevine 63 The Grapevine ToTo advertise call 637 028 873 info@gantlaw.eu 2458 To advertise call 637 028 873 To advertise call 637 028 873 The Grapevine To advertise call 637 028 873 12 The Grapevine www.restaurantelpilon.com The Grapevine 41 To62 advertise call 637 028 873
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at Bar Vendimia, Competa in order to raise funds for the above mentioned charities. Some of you may remember our “Cava and Cake� and Open Garden event last year. This raised a staggering 643 euros. On a previous occasion people generously donated to help our daughter Georgia raise money in support of her Open Water Swim in Lake Windemere, swimming in memory of her brother who died as a result of epilepsy. This raised a fantastic 420 euros.
PURPLE DAY 27th March at 8pm
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hat is Purple Day? It is a day designed to promote a greater understanding of epilepsy on a global scale and to help reduce the stigma attached to epilepsy. There are about 600,000 sufferers in the UK and almost as many sufferers in Spain. Nearly 3000 deaths occur as a result of epilepsy each year.
Charities such as Epilepsy Action and Sudden and Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), work to improve the lives of sufferers, and donations go to research for a greater understanding of the condition, and the prevention of Sudden and Unexpected Death in Epilepsy.
We look forward to seeing you at Bar Vendimia when the singing group 'The Purple Poppers' and various solo artists will present an enjoyable, light hearted concert.
On the 27th March at 8pm there will be a fund raising concert held
Greg and Carol Starr
Join in the fun and WEAR SOMETHING PURPLE !
Distribuidor Independiente
Chimney Care We offer a free health study & free follow up appointments Caroline Tel: 652 14 55 37, www.nutricionconcabeza.com (on-line store) email: carolherbal@hotmail.com
We are looking for people to work on our team. So if you want to earn some extra money or even a full salary, give us a call
Costa del Sol
FOR A PROFESSIONAL INEXPENSIVE CHIMNEY SWEEPING & MAINTENANCE SERVICE Telephone: Russ Heath 654 184 242
Do you want a perfect green lawn ??? Small house for Sale - 18,000 Euros To reform & amplify - C. Mirador, Competa 30m2 + Terrace - Tel: 657225964
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AMAZING FACTS ABOUT SPAIN'S LA LIGA
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OLDEN OLDIE: The oldest footballer to debut in Spain's La Liga was actually an Englishman. Harry Lowe (born in 1886) was an impressive 48 years and 226 days old when he played his first and last match for Basque side Real Sociedad. Lowe, a former Spurs and Fulham centre half in the 20s, had been coaching ‘La Real’ for 5 years when one of his players fell ill before a match against Valencia. Back then teams couldn’t make changes so Howe decided to put on his boots and endure a 7-1 defeat.
SIMPLY THE BEST: The only other true contender is the English Premier League, but in terms of stats provided by Uefa's league coefficient, Spain's 'Primera División' is still the world's best league and has been for the past 5 years. Take last season, an all-Spanish
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Champions League final (Real vs Atlético) and a Europa League champion (Seville). Add the Ballon d'Or and other footballing awards won by Messi, Iniesta, Xavi and Ronaldo and the case is well and truly closed. ENGLISH ORIGINS: The oldest club in Spain is Recreativo de Huelva (pictured here in their controversial 2012 away kit), currently playing in the second division. The team was founded in 1889 by the English doctor William Alexander Mackay and British workers and engineers at the Rio Tinto mining company in Andalusia. The first official game, meanwhile, was played in Seville in 1890, with almost all of the players on the ground being Brits. MESSI MAGIC: The all-time top scorer in the Spanish top flight is Telmo Zarra who scored 251
goals in 277 games for Athletic Bilbao from 1940 to 1955. But Barcelona’s Argentinian magician Leo Messi is just six goals away from taking the crown himself having hit the back of the net 245 times in 278 appearances for the ‘azulgranas’. SAY WHAT? Spain’s teams have some pretty strange nicknames. Atlético are known as the 'colchoneros, or 'mattress men', supposedly because their striped kit resembled Spain’s mattresses in the early 20th century. Espanyol are called the perriquitos (budgies), perhaps because they once played in an area with lots of palm trees filled with the cute birds, and Villareal are called el 'submarino amarillo' (The Yellow Submarine). Anyone who has seen their kit will know why.
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PICHICHI: Those of you who’ve listened to Spanish football commentary may have overheard this weird sounding word when the likes of Messi or Ronaldo are mentioned. Pichichi is the word for maximum goal scorer in Spain but was originally the nickname of Athletic Bilbao player Rafael Moreno Aranzadi. A prolific pint-sized striker in the 20s, he died at the tender age of 29 from typhus, probably from eating oysters that had gone off. As a result, sports newspaper Marca decided to name their trophy for top scorer after him.
FRANCO AND THE BEAUTIFUL GAME: One of the strangest episodes in Spanish football history involves the signing of Real Madrid legend Alfredo Di Stéfano. Barcelona was all set to sign the Argentinian when Spain’s football federation vetoed the move in favour of a deal that would see Di Stefano playing alternate years at the two clubs. But Barça’s board rejected the move and lost the player. Many say dictator Franco pressured football authorities to bring the player to his beloved Madrid.
DAVID VERSUS GOLIATH: Barcelona’s Nou Camp (or ‘new ground’) holds 99,000 people, making it the fifth biggest association ground in the world. The home ground of this year’s top flight debutant, Eibar, on the other hand fits less than 6,000 people. Things could get a little squishy.
RICH KIDS: Many people argue there are actually two leagues in the Spanish top flight: Real Madrid and Barça, and, well, everyone else. When it comes to money, there’s no dispute. Real Madrid were the richest club in the world with revenues of €519 million ($680) million in Deloitte’s 2014 Football Money League,
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while Barçelona were second with €483 million. The next Spanish club on the list was at number 20: Atlético Madrid with revenues of €120 million. THE ALL-WHITES: The ‘merengues’, as Real Madrid are colloquially known, are the most famous football team in the world to play all in white. There are two theories as to how the team’s founders came to choose the colour: 1) They were influenced by London side Corinthian F.C., one of the best clubs at the start of the 1900s. 2) Players would remove their clothes and play in their white underwear. As Real were the oldest team in the capital, they were the only ones who didn’t have to wear a different colour sash to distinguish them.
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ince 1980 IDECOCINA has been engaged in designing and fitting all types of kitchens in all range of styles, including accessories and electrical appliances. They offer comprehensive service performed by their own company staff.
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They provide solutions for any space issues, storage and layout and provide the most convenient and economical option for you. They offer you solutions for your requirements and professionally advise you about any question regarding your kitchen.
TORROX
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From refurbishment works to installation of kitchens, they perform everything so that your kitchen is ready from the start in perfect conditions. Your only concern is to choose what you like the most and they will do the rest (See advert opposite for contact details).
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We Speak English
Your Pets will enjoy a wonderful holiday surrounded by nature and in modern facilities For more information call us on:952 535 417 : 686 904 792 : 616 371 034
Periana - Tel 952 53 71 25 No. 14 Calle Iglesia - 29710 1000-1330 Tueday, Thursday & Friday Canillas de Aceituno - Tel 952 51 80 71 Calle Placeta, Edf. Arboso,bajo, 29716 1000- 1330 Monday & Wednesday Caleta de Velez - Tel 952 55 03 76 Calle Colonia de Puerto, 112 By appointment For appointments and any queries please call 691700587
Alternatively email us at: info@razahotel.com or visit our website at www.razahotel.com
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ASESORÍA ALJARIFE Notarial Title deeds, Wills, Catastral Corrections, etc. General Administration Transfers of vehicles, driving licences, matriculations, etc.) Tax declarations Creation of businesses Accounts General insurances (house, car, health, etc)
We speak Spanish, English, German, Finnish, French, Italian
More than 20 years ago Asesoría Aljarife opened its’ doors to the public. Since then, hundreds of companies and individuals in the Axarquia region and from the Malaga Province have left in our hands the responsibility to advise them to get the best possible results for their businesses. We are a group of highly qualified professionals that work for you. Economists and administrators with a wealth of experience that are at your disposal any time in order to make your life easier.
www.aljarife.com ASESORÍA ALJARIFE C/ San Antonio, 8 - 1º 29754 CÓMPETA Málaga Teléfono:(34) 952 51 66 00 Fax: (34) 952 51 67 29
GESTORÍA LÓPEZ NAVAS C/Ros Alférez 4 Bajo C 29740 TORRE DEL MAR Málaga Teléfono: (34) 952 54 25 04 Fax: (34) 952 54 17 47
PERICO Plaza Almijara no4, Cómpeta, Malaga Tel 952 553 739 / 952 516 043
Potage De Hinojo Pollo al Vino de Competa Pierna al Horno de Cordero Comidas Caseras
Large selection of Tapas dishes
Café
Restaurante
Bar
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THE QUICK CROSSWORD Across 1 Depletes (7) 5 Sad (7) 9 Nonsense (9) 10 Lurch or thrust (5) 11 Stir up (7) 12 Shrunk (7) 13 Dry up (9) 15 Harnessed together (5) 17 Vapors (5) 19 Deserters (9) 22 Incapable (7) 25 Started by turning a handle (7) 26 Complete confidence in a person (5) 27 Votes (9) 28 Expels from a country (7) 29 News (7)
Down 1 A country of the UK (7) 2 Issues a book (9)
3 Where Reykjavik is (7) 4 An aromatic ointment (9) 5 Show someone to their seats (5) 6 Vacation (7) 7 Terror (5) 8 Ceded (7) 14 Not wasteful of time (9) 16 In boxing, not quite a KO (9) 17 Uttered a low animal-like noise (7) 18 Phantom (7) 20 Skillfully made by hand (7) 21 They inflict pain for pleasure (7) 23 Provide the tools necessary (5) 24 Searches (5)
1. In Fawlty Towers what was the name of Manuel's pet hamster, which was really a rat? 2. The 1977 novel, 'The Dead Of Jericho', was the first novel to feature which Detective Inspector? 3. Which American film director had the middle name Blount? 4. Which character, who first appeared in a 1712 pamphlet by John Arbuthnot, is the personification of England? 5. Dido & Aeneas is the only opera by which 17th century English composer, who was organist at both Westminster Abbey and the Chapel Royal?
8. Which 1983 Grand National winning horse shares it's name with a lighthouse on Jersey?
6. Which famous seafarer was born in 1540?
9. Which make of rifle was the standard infantry weapon of the US Army from 1873 to 1936?
7. What nickname is shared by a Nationwide football team and an exEngland footballer's wife?
10. Jacqueline gold is the Chief Exec. of which chain of lingerie shops? See page 82 for answers
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Second Hand Cars Bought & Sold Car Transfers & Paperwork
Contact Marc Tel: 670 411 255
rafaelmolinasanchez@gmail.com
- Restaurant Outside Terrace Taberna -Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena & Inside Dining Teteria Hierbabuena
Full English Breakfasts always available
Fish & Chips All Day Every Friday Indian Night with Indian Chef Every Thursday Evening Specialising in Moroccan Food& typical Spanish dishes Hot/Cold Tapas & Raciones Winter Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 11am-Close Kitchen open all day 11am-11pm Monday Closed
Reservations call 951 70 76 38 / 610 74 29 53 Avenida de la Constitucion, 35, CĂłmpeta Restaurante Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena
rafaelmolinasanchez@gmail.com
For all your solar water or electrical needs Systems tailored to suit your requirements. We can arrange a visit to a working installation
Tel: 648 025 901
New range of 5 watt LED bulbs to save you money!
CP AUTO AIR CONDITIONING Spring Offer -Re-gas and mini service for only 25 â‚Ź Tel: 0034 649 307 966 Email: chris@cpaircon.com To advertise call 637 028 873
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The Spanish Coffee Break 33 Spanish Words You Need To Know (p2) to be able to be pleasing to put almost to know like, as where to give but much new when boy girl to understand if bad
poder gustar poner casi saber como donde dar pero mucho nuevo cuando chico chica entender si malo
or happy all, every same very never I, me yes big, great to owe, should you low, under other to leave hour from to see
o feliz todo mismo muy nunca yo, me sí grande deber usted bajo otro salir hora desde ver
Sopa de Letras
Search & Learn with the very first “Sopa de Letras” in the Axarquia! Words you need to know
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Search Word
Translation
poder gustar poner casi saber como donde dar pero mucho nuevo cuando chico chica entender si malo feliz todo mismo muy nunca yo, me sí grande deber usted bajo otro salir hora desde ver
to be able to be pleasing to put almost to know like, as where to give but much new when boy girl to understand if bad happy all, every same very never I, me yes big, great to owe, should you low, under other to leave hour from to see
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Chica Loca
LYN JONES HAIR STYLIST
NEW OALIA - AMMONIA FREE COLOUR Enriched with Argan oil, rich in omega 6 to create rich vibrant colour whilst enhancing shine yet protecting scalp and hair REJUVENATE FACIAL AESTHETICS Making you look and feel better...younger...with more vitality. by Sophie Paynter now available at Chico Loca DERMAL FILLER TREATMENTS Reduction of fine line and wrinkles ANTI - WRINKLE MUSCLE RELAXANT TREATMENT For lines, wrinkles and Lifting. Chica Loca, Avenida de la Constitucion Competa, Malaga (Next door to La Boutique, Competa) Tel: 622 305 532 Email: chicalocacompeta@gmail.com For special occasions earlier or later appointments available Monday to Saturday 9am - 5pm
Spanish & English spoken
ChicaSat British TV in Spain Established here in Spain over 15 years, our installer can connect you to British TV at a fraction of the coast of the competitors. For a one off payment you can watch your favorite channels in super high definition. Cost: To install the new satellite box and realign your old dish the price is only 200.00 Euros (Installed and fully working)
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Sudoku Challenge A true Sudoku Master can complete the puzzles below in less than fifteen minutes!
Level: Easy
Level: Intermediate
See page 82 for Sudoko Answers
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Health & Beauty Rebeccah Curtis ITEC AROMATHERAPY REFLEXOLOGY INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE BOWEN TECHNIQUE CHIROPRACTOR BODY MASSAGE
Offer for March Permanent hair removal with IPL Fantastic offers!! Ladies... Between brows: 10€ 5€ Whole arms: 70€ 40€ Lower legs: 70€ 40€
Gents... Chest: 50€ 30€ Whole back: 100€ 60€ TUESDAY TO SATURDAY 10:00 TIL 15:00 Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Comercial B, no16 Torrox Costa, 29793 Malaga TELF: 952 53 0122 Mobile: 651 956 284
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Grapevine Bargain Ads Photo adverts only 15 Euro for two month Text adverts (max 30 words) free Payment in advance only- ads must be received by 17th of the month 500cc 4X4 Buggy with various options
INFRA RED SAUNA
Tel 653 635 180
German built IR1 Inframagic Original (www.inframagic.de) sauna for sale for Euros 990. Hardly used and in very good condition. Must be willing to collect it (it can be dismantled) from casa near Velez Malaga. Call Bill on 631 01654 or billbroc@hotmail.com
STUDIO - COMPETA
VILLA FOR SALE
Studio for Sale with Chimea and air con.
near the coast, just 6 km from Algarrobo Costa The house is 2500 m2 plot, 110 m2 built with 3 beds, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, lounge, veranda, air con, TV, storage room 15 m2, establised garden, swimming pool 6x8 m, fruit trees, pergolas, totally legal. call 617001723 / 657582226
The price is 5900 euro new
Near the Plaza Only 27,000 euro Tel 657 22 59 63
Only 299,000 euros
FLAMENCO GUITAR, Manuel Rodriguez FF, excellent condition. Price in Spain new €1,500, will accept €650, Canillas/Competa area. Call Mitch on 616 891473 or email mitchbanjo@hotmail.com
YAMAHA LL-11E ELECTRO ACOUSTIC GUITAR
BEAUTIFUL 7FT BOOKCASE with double glass doors polished wood.Cost 599 euro now 350
LARGE BLACK LEATHER ELECTRIC MASSAGE CHAIR 300 euro
Lots of other things available for sale incl.Settee Buyer collects Call 952031155
2 SINGLE BEDS nearly new with headboards 35 euro each
lovely guitar in good condition for year: €425 inc case.
2 LOVELY WHITE BED
Canillas/Competa area
side cabinets 10 euro each
Call Mitch on 616 891473 or email mitchbanjo@hotmail.com
6 x New Self Assembly White Kitchen Units from Albalat in Nerja. Base units 1x90, 1x45, 2x40cms Wall unit 1 x 60cms Sealed 1 x corner base unwrapped. 50,00€. Canillas de Albaida 691 94 43 94
GAS-HEATER, only used last winter, like new. €60.00 Electric Hot Water Boiler, 50 l, never used, new. €45.00 Tel.: 951069956 OR 625 85 91 88
Lots of other things available for sale incl.Settee Buyer collects Call 952031155 Toshiba 37" LCD telivision, hdmi & tuner for spanish tv reception. perfect condition and picture. 200 euro High gain digital antenna, for 35 euro. Cat flap, 4 position new in box. still guaranteed 15 euro Sony 40 " lcd television hdmi, picture in picture ect 250 euro John Pugh: 634415531
STRACHENOVER gas fired radiator wall mounted and room sealed, high output, no condensation or smell unlike cabinet heaters. 65,00 euros Tel: 634415531
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Electricians
su publicidad aqui
cada mes
Llame Helen 637 028 873
Roger 648 025 901 Mike 606 246 902 Answerphone: 952 553 282
Cómpeta
Euros 20
Fully qualified All work undertaken Free Estimates
Mesón Las Gemelas Avenida Torrox, 4 Cómpeta, Málaga Tel: 952 516 395 651 309 684
Chique PROFESSIONAL WINDOW TINTING & SOLAR BLINDS
Keep out the heat but keep the view! Enjoy the sunshine in comfort We tint: cars, mobile homes, offices, conservatories, patio doors, glass curtains, glazed balconies & yachts Infact: if its glass we’ll tint it!
Reduce:Heat, glare & expensive air con expenses For more information contact: 902 888 176 / 644 546 176
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s onth M s i Th ffer ty O Beau
English hair & beauty salon
Experienced stylist for colour cut and styling, we are a ...................................... Salon offering all well known brands including ammonia free tints Specialists in weddings , upstyles and professional makeup Open Monday to Saturday 10am till 6pm (half day Saturday & Tuesday )
Full manicure & pedicure for 25 euros including polish
Please call us on 680740545 or email us at chiquehairandbeauty@aol.com for an appointment chique hair and beauty nerja We are opposite the Riu Monica Hotel in Nerja
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•March 2015 Horoscopes• ARIES
20th March - 19th April
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TAURUS
call from a romantic partner could lead to an intimate get-together, Aries. It's likely to be highly gratifying emotionally and bring you closer together. Passionate poetry and sexy novels could especially appeal.
GEMINI
LEO
LIBRA
CANCER
Y
ou're an appealing person,. You could project more magnetism than ever. Don't be surprised if you draw admiring glances from strangers you pass in the street. Romance should be going very well for you
I
f you aren't currently romantically involved, Leo, today you might suddenly see an old friend or neighbour in a new light. This can be thrilling, but it might not be a good idea to do anything about it just yet.
A
VIRGO
22th November - 21st December
A
transformation in your circle of friends could occur and change your life, Sagittarius. Someone exciting could move in nearby, and you could hit it off. Expect stimulating conversations and fascinating new information.
AQUARIUS
Y
ou may enjoy browsing through catalogues of fabrics or furniture. Erotic novels could also appeal to you. If you're involved, you may want to spend the evening alone with your partner.
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reative projects that you may have been working on for a while could prove especially ego boosting, Taurus. You're doing a great job. A change of employment and increase in income may be in the works.
Y
ou may contemplate changes in your home. They could be physical, like redecorating, refurnishing, or re-modelling. Or someone could move in or out. Whatever the change, it's likely to be fortunate. 23rd August - 22th September
Y
our financial situation could undergo some positive upheaval now, probably as the result of a career advance. This process is likely to continue, Virgo, as social events put you in touch
SCORPIO
powerful desire for change could have you thinking of travelling, Libra, or perhaps relocating to a distant state or foreign country. Friends who live far away could be trying to convince you to join them.
SAGITTARIUS
C
23rd October - 21st November
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sychological obstacles to financial success and romantic happiness could be cleared away, which could change your life. It's vital that you write down your dreams. You won't want to miss out on this.
CAPRICORN
22th December - 19th January
O
PISCES
pportunities to do wellpaying creative work could come to your attention. Perhaps online. You will probably like it, as it may give you freedom. Whether you actually want to try it or not depends on your situation.
Y
ou're likely to feel positive about life, your home life should be especially gratifying. Romance also could be on your mind. If you can get together with a lover, you will probably grow quite a bit closer.
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Salon de Belleza Hair and Beauty Salon
Tin Tin
Before
Mon-Fri 9.30-13.30 & 17.00-20.00 .
Sat 10.00 - 14.00
After
Buy 10 ULTRASONIC Treatments and receive a facial for free! Acne, Facial Wrinkles, Scars & Spots Compra tu bono de 10 sesiones tratamientomediante ULTRASONIDOS,y de regalo una limpieza de cutis Acn茅, Arrugas Faciales, cicatrices y manchas de la piel Nueva villa de C贸mpeta (Just behind Caf茅 C贸mpeta)
Tel: 952 516 416 English, Danish & Spanish
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.com Steel Tips Darts Soft Tip Darts Flights Stems Dartboards Wallets Accessories
Unicorn Maxi Case 13,00 euros
Harrows Jigsaw Surround 35,00 euros
Unicorn 3d Case 13,00 euros
Harrows & Unicorn Soft Tip Tungsten Darts from 15,00 Euros
Over 4000 different products in stock!
Flights from 0.60c
Target Pro Tour Dartboard 40,00 Euros
All Stock in Competa, Malaga email:callinfo@tiendadedardos.es To advertise 637 028 873 The Grapevine 80
Harrows & Unicorn Steel Tip Tungsten Darts from 20,00 Euros
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Restaurante
CORTIJO-PACO
Casa Paco Taberna y Restaurante
Fantastic views down to coast
The Best Views & The Best Steaks in Competa www.cortijopaco.es
Keep up to date with special events Cortijo Paco Francisco Diaz Campos
Closed Mondays - Open Tues to Fri from 6.30pm until late
CORTIJO PACO RESTAURANTE, Avd Canillas 6, Competa, Tel: 952 553 647 Mob: 657 324 491
Plaza Almijara, Competa Tues -Sun 9am until close Restaurante Upstairs - Tel: 952 516 077
www.competavilla.info
website for sale - only 200 Euros if you have a villa for rent or for sale in competa and would like a website to help promote it. you can purchase this existing site and we will change the photos and text for you. The price also included one years web hosting Please email grapevinesales@gmail.com (Steve)
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ES K JO
My dad always said to me, "Take it with a pinch of salt." Nice man. Made horrible tea.
I left my last girlfriend because she wouldn't stop counting. I often wonder what she's up to now.
You women may be surprised to learn that making us sleep on the couch isn't that bad. It's kinda manly, makes us feel like we are camping......with a really angry bear nearby. Since my son Carl was born, we have had fifteen washing machines, he left home five years ago, and since then we've had the same one without any problems. So washing machines do last longer with Carl gone........
I was at a job interview today. The interviewer said to me, "On your CV, it says that you are a man of mystery." I said, "That's correct." He said, "Would you like to elaborate?" I said, "No."
Sudoko Answers from Page 74
My mum said, "You treat this place like a hotel!" She will regret that when I give her a low score on TripAdvisor for 'rude staff'.
MISSING: Black and white cat with red collar. Very intelligent. Mittens, if you're reading this, please come home.
I've been searching for my stolen bed. And I won't rest until I find it.
Someone ripped the pages out of both ends of my dictionary today. It just goes from bad to worse!
My scummy neighbour reckons he was paid fifteen hundred quid for his appearance on the Jeremy Kyle show. I think he's lying through his tooth.
Pub Quiz Answers from Page 70
6. SIR FRANCIS DRAKE
1. BASIL 2. MORSE 3. CECIL B DE MILLE
7. POSH [ Peterborough United & Victoria Beckham]
4. JOHN BULL
8. CORBIERE
5. (HENRY) PURCELL
9. SPRINGFIELD 10. ANN SUMMERS
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CELEBRATION TIME – BEE DAY! Campo Cuttings by Lorraine Cavanagh.
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015 is a very special year for us!
This month, the Garden Centre is celebrating its 15th birthday and my book, Mediterranean Garden Plants, also has its 10th birthday. And because this year is so very special, a double celebration, we'd like to share it with you so we are making big plans. We are scheduling four Open Days through the year at the Garden Centre and, on those days, there will be lots of special offers and discounts. At the Open Days, either myself or an invited guest speaker will be giving a talk on gardening or a related subject, followed by free tea/coffee/soft drinks with home-made cake and, of course, I will be there with my team to answer all your queries. The dates of these Open Days – to give you plenty of warning – have been scheduled for 1st April, 3rd June, 7th October and 9th December. All talks will start at 11am. We want to make this a memorable year, so our first Open Day is Bee Day. We are going to set up a bee hive at the Garden Centre and we hope the bees will flourish and grow with us. We think that many of you are fascinated by the world of bees, as we are, so Mick the Bee Man, a professional bee-keeper, will show us the entire set-up, explain how to look after the hive and bees and answer all our questions. We are having placid, well-mannered bees for our tranquil setting, so come along – bee wise! There'll be honey to buy
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on the day and, hopefully, we'll soon be producing our very own Florena honey. You may even go home with a hive! We'll keep you posted on special events for the other Open Days and all that will be happening in 2015. On top of all that, my book, Mediterranean Garden Plants, has now been around for 10 years – unbelievably! Many of you have already bought it and love it – thank you all. From 1st March, it will be at a special birthday price of €20 – a lovely gift for a birthday, house-warming or just because! And, even in March, we aren't sitting back; we are refreshing the patio area to make it an even more delightful area to enjoy a coffee and our range of plants is greater than ever. We'll be potting up the bare-root roses that remain – so last chance for bare-roots is the very beginning of March, please! Gardening Jobs for March: One of my favourite months in the garden. There's just a whisper of spring, a freshness and a burgeoning and it's so exciting to see seeds emerging, buds bursting and shoots thrusting – get out there and enjoy! Planting: As I write this, we've still had relatively little rain. Don't despair, March and April – and especially around Easter! - can often be very wet. Rain and early spring temperatures are a fantastic combination for plants as they settle in really quickly. Get trees, both fruiting and ornamental, shrubs and climbers planted now. It's also the season to start
planting semi-tropicals such as palms and bougainvilleas. Smaller plantings can be squeezed in later. Pots: Traditionally now is the time to freshen up pots for Easter and visiting friends/family. Permanent plantings such as palms and yuccas are great for their structural presence but if you want colour, small bedding plants need changing frequently. They're cheap and cheerful and will give you several months of flower power. Fertilise: This is the month when you need to give your plants a banquet. They've had their winter rest and are now coming out of hibernation like hungry bears! To thrust powerfully into new strong growth, they need some help. The warmer conditions and fertiliser will green things up that are looking palid – especially citrus and lawns. Scarify the lawn first to remove any winter moss and old thatch. Fungicide: Apply copper fungicide to the entire peach family – peach, nectarine, donut peach, almond, cherry and plum – just before the leaf buds start to unfurl to prevent peach leaf curl, that disfiguring red blistering on leaves. Insects: look out for the first attacks as the weather warms and counter-attack before numbers multiply. Look out for slugs and snails – damp warm conditions and fresh young garden sh are bliss to them. Vegetable Plot: Sow leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach and chard, leeks, beetroot, radish, celery, peas and beans. Crops such as basil, tomatoes, peppers, chillies and courgettes should be sown too, though protect from cold spells. And don't forget to step back and enjoy the fabulous flowering of all our fruit trees – peach, quince, plum, apricot and cherry quickly follow the snow of almond blossom.
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Lorraine Cavanagh owns the specialist garden centre Viveros Florena, Competa, Malaga (garden centre, designers & landscapers) and is author of the bestselling Mediterranean Garden Plants and Citrus, The Zest of Life. Keep checking our web page for latest news and exciting new stock arriving at the garden centre. Join our mailing list to keep in constant touch. NEW: Shop on-line with us for unusual plants, plug plants, scented roses, coloured iris, bulbs, organic products and my books. Winter Hours, October - May: 10 – 4, closed Sundays and Mondays. Summer Hours, June, July & September: 9 – 2, closed Sundays & Mondays (Closed for the month of August) Tel: 689928201 Web: www.viverosflorena.com Email: florenaspain@hotmail.com Also see us on Facebook – Lorraine Cavanagh's Garden Centre We will be open 28 February – Andalucía Day
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70,000 Euros (Mortgage available)
Tel: 657225964
NICK ATKINSON RESTORATION PROJECTS & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
General Building Services Carpentry, Roofing, Tiling, Walling etc. Kitchen and Bathroom refurbishments. Pool Maintenance and repairs. Land Clearing and gardening All aspects considered Email: nickjohngilding@yahoo.com Mobile 658151628 To advertise call 637 028 873
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Local News WHAT’S HAPPENING IN YOUR AREA
U3A AXARQUIA Following a good start to 2015, U3A Axarquia has continued to move forward. The long expected new exhibition by the Photography Group, opened on February 16th at the Las Perlas Gastrobar in Torre del Mar, and the same Group has announced a Pop-Up Studio Workshop Day in March. Elsewhere, the Art Appreciation Group has been looking at the work of the legendary Jack Vettriano, and the Spanish History Group had a trip to the Treasure caves at Rincon de la Victoria. However, all is not rosy with the Petanque Group in Torre del Mar, who have made a plea for new members, following a fall in numbers. The group meet every Monday at 3pm for about 90 minutes of playing, and are a very friendly crowd and welcome everybody, including those who are new to the game. If you would like to try the game out first, come along one Monday and see for yourself just along in a westerly direction from the blue and white lighthouse in Torre del Mar. Boules are available to try the game. The U3A website – www.u3aaxarquia.com - continues to be visited by an increasing number of people, and the future months are looking good.
coming together once a week in friendship to perform music from the Renaissance (for example, madrigals by Wilkes, Wilbye, Marenzio and Gesualdo) to music of the modern era - for example, Feelings and Blue Moon. We call ourselves Amicorum and would be delighted to welcome you to sing with us. No politics, gossip or backbiting - just singing in a friendly atmosphere, even with snacks and refreshments most weeks. Please contact us via email (amicorum8@gmail.com) or phone (618 37 92 90) for details of rehearsal venue and time. Mike
FUNCOM Is the new name of CAMPO. It stands for Fundraising Competa which we feel is more our role these days. We have a new Facebook page which is Fundraising Competa – Funcom. The old one is no longer in use. We have raised well in excess of 50,000 euros for local charities now and we hope, with your support we can continue to do so Our next events are The children's Easter Egg Hunt on April 4th, see separate item. Day and Walk for Life on April 26th, see separate item. Hoe Down on May 29th, more details will follow. FUNCOM CALLING ALL MUMS AND DADS OF CHILDREN 12 YEARS OLD OR LESS.
EXHIBITION IN GALERIA LUZ DE LA VIDA 'Exhibition in Galeria Luz de la Vida with paintings by Kitty Harri calle Laberinto 15, Competa (opposite El Pilon) Inauguration 6th of March 7 p.m. last day 28th of March Opening Hours: Thur & Fri 11 - 2 p.m. & 5 - 8 p.m. Sat 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. www.luzdelavida.es www.facebook.com/galerialuzdel avida
FUNCOM are again holding the Easter Egg Hunt for children at the Hotel Balcon, Competa on Saturday 4th April at 4pm. Entrance fee is only 2 euros per egg. The children search the grounds of the hotel (or indoors if it's raining) to find a numbered foam egg. Once they have found one, they can exchange it for the real egg. We are asking our very generous sponsors to put their hands in their pockets again for this amazing event.
AMICORUM. Singers! Do you live near Torrox Costa and enjoy singing? We are a small group of singers
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Local News Please donate 10 euros per egg in one of the envelopes that can be found with a committee member, Todo Papel, Sugar and Spice, Hotel Balcon and the Caritas shop (opposite the Doctors Surgery). If you are able to donate more we can include some surprises for the children too. Last year we were lucky enough to have 4 large baskets of eggs and sweets. Any excess funds will be donated to Competa Caritas
Semana Santa in Cómpeta! From the 27th of March until the 5th of April it is Holy Week. Don´t miss out on the beautiful processions going round the village. A full program can be picked up at the Town Hall. Let us keep this beautiful tradition alive and celebrate together! Don´t miss the 7th ArtWalk in Cómpeta on the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th of April. More information can be found on www.artcompeta.com ·“La voz de Cómpeta”. The town hall informs those who would like to collaborate with this newsletter (free, monthly and in Spanish and English) that they can send old or new photos and any information about activities in the village to lavozdecompeta@gmail.com
NEWS FORM THE TOWN HALL OF CÓMPETA The Town Hall organizes a trip to the “Rastrillo de Málaga” (Málaga´s famous flee market) on the 1st of March. The bus will leave at 9.30 from the bus stop in Cómpeta. Sign up at the Town Hall. Sunday 8th of March we celebrate the International Day of the Working Woman. More information can be found at the Town Hall. Saturday14th of March the Town Hall organizes “Resident´s Day”. A day to celebrate all foreign residents living in Cómpeta. The day will start at 13.00h at the Municipal Sports Centre. (Polideportivo Municipal). We hope all 36 different nationalities living together in Cómpeta will join us for a nice day!
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THE ROOTERS Saturday 14 March St Patrick's Night at the Vendimia Competa Call 952 553 880 or email mitchbanjo(at)hotmail.com for a table. Tuesday 17 March St Patrick's Night at the Alberdini Competa Tel: 952 516 294
FINISHED TORRE STREET The pedestrianisation work on Calle del Mar in Torre del Mar (Velez-Malaga) has been completed.With a budget of €454,000, the renovated street has now become the main access to the area’s promenade, together with the Paseo de Larios. The roads and pavement have been levelled and led lighting installed on the ground. BURRIANA SETTING FOR NEW ADVERT Burriana beach in Nerja was chosen as the setting for a new advert featuring ‘parkour’ athletes. Parkour is a French, noncompetitive sports discipline, in which participants leap and vault from one place to another as quickly as possible, overcoming in the most efficient way all sorts of barriers and obstacles, usually in an urban environment. Parkour athletes are called traceurs, and their sport requires dedicated training, skill and great physical condition. Malaga athlete Santi Traceur, known for his YouTube channel, took part in the filming in Nerja, which was organised by production company Euromedia for a Dutch bank called Florius, specialised in providing loans to young people.
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C NTACTS DIRECT RY Emergency Numbers Emergency Services Ambulance Fire Brigade Guardia Civil
112 061 080 062
Torrox Costa Velez Malaga Frigiliana Almunecar Motril Maro
Tel: 952 538 010 Tel: 952 541 104 Tel: 952 533 002 Tel: 958 631 125 Tel: 958 823 591 Tel: 952 529 024
Town Doctors Halls Doctors Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 250 Cómpeta Calle San Antonio Tel: 951 289 791
Alcaucin
Tel: 952 510 002
Archez
Tel: 952 553 159
Canillas de Albaida. Tel: 952 553 006
Salares
Tel: 952 508 906
Canillas de Aceituno, Tel: 952 518 002
Sayalonga
Tel : 952 552 404
Cómpeta,
Sedella
Tel: 952 508 858
Tel: 952 516 006 952 516 025
Nerja
Tel: 952 523 131
Periana
Tel: 952 536 016
Rio Gordo
Tel: 952 732 154
Sayalonga
Tel: 952 535 021
Salares
Tel: 952 508 903
Sedella
Tel: 952 508 839
Salobrena Tel: 958 829 332 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 542 396
Municipal Police Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 000 Tel: 952 518 002 Cómpeta Tel: 605 276 302 Canillas de Albaida Tel: 952 558 321 Nerja Tel: 952 521 545 Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 539 828 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 115 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 549 238 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 965 546 Emergencies 112
Tourist Information Cómpeta Tel: 952 553 685 Nerja Tel: 952 521 531 Sayalonga Tel: 952 535 206 Torre del MarTel: 952 541 104
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Torre del Mar Tel: 952 540 471 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 010 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 559 100 Vinuela
Tel: 952 519 002
Frigiliana
Tel: 952 533 122
La Herradura Tel: 958 827 794 Nerja
Tel: 952 548 430
Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 538 200
Taxi’s Canillas de Albaida Maria Jose: 952 553 018 Cómpeta 952 553 662 Franquelo: El Mellizo: 952 516 056 Maximo: 952 516 199 Cesáreo: 952 516 205 Sayalonga Ramiro: 952 535 029 Velez Malaga 952 540 016
Frigiliana Malaga Motril
952 533 231 952 327 950 958 600 164
Telephone Doctors General Enquires Tel: 1004 Speaking Clock Tel : 093 Line Faults Tel: 1002 Directory Enquires Tel: 025
Airports Doctors Granada Airport Tel: 958 245 200 Malaga Airport Tel: 952 048 804
Bus Doctors Times L= Mon – Sat • D= Direct Nerja – Malaga 06.30L, 07.30, 08.30D, 08.55, 10.10D, 11.10, 11.55D, 12.40, 13.40, 14.55, 16.10, 17.10, 18.10D, 18.40, 19.40, 20.40, 21.15, 21.45D Malaga – Nerja 07.00, 08.15L, 09.15, 10.30, 11.00D, 11.45D, 12.30D, 13.00, 14.15, 15.15, 16.30, 17.30, 18.45, 19.30D, 20.15, 20.45D, 21.30D, 23.00 Nerja – Granada 06.30L, 09.45, 14.30, 15.45, 16.30, 19.15 Granada – Nerja 07.00, 09.00, 10.00, 13.00, 16.00, 17.30L, 20.00 Nerja – Sevilla 07.30D, 16.30, 02.00 Sevilla – Nerja 07.00, 18.00D, 24,00 Canillas de Albaida - CompetaSayalonga - Malaga Mon-Fri
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www.thegrapevine.es Street Markets Monday Torrox Costa Tuesday Nerja Wednesday Algarrobo Costa, Rincon de la Victoria Thursday Velez- Malaga, Frigiliana, Torre del Mar Friday Almunecar, Frigliana, Sayalonga, La Herradura Saturday C贸mpeta, La Caleta de Velez Sunday Nerja Car Boot Sale, Sayalonga Sayolanga Municipal Market Mon- Fri 8.30am-2.30pm
Church Services C贸mpeta Catholic
Sat 8.00pm & Sun Midday
Church of England Sundays 5.30pm Torre del Mar Lux Mundi Tel: 952 543 334 Evangelical Church Tel: 952 532 825 Fellowship of the King Tel: 958 658 439 Anglican Church of Nerja & Almunecar Tel: 952 525 406
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Consulates
Hospitals
Austria
Tel: 952 600 267
Carlos Haya Tel: 951 290 000
Belgium
Tel: 952 399 907
Motril
Denmark
Tel: 952 211 797
Velez Malaga Tel: 951 067 000
Finland
Tel: 952 212 435
France
Tel: 952 214 888
Germany
Tel: 952 363 591
Ireland
Tel: 952 475 108
Italy
Tel: 952 306 150
Netherlands Tel: 913 537 500 Norway
Tel: 952 667 955
Sweden
Tel: 952 604 383
UK
Tel: 952 352 300
USA
Tel: 952 474 891
Airlines
Tel: 958 603 506
Vets Naturevets: 952 55 38 50 URG: 617 00 17 23 Nerja Clinica San Fernando (vet Expedito) 609 982 941 Torrox Village & Torrox Costa
608 45 42 70
La Herradura
625 233 778
C贸mpeta & La Caleta:
657 582 225
National Holidays
www.easyjet.com www.bmibaby.com
January 1st
New Years Day
www.ryanair.com
January 6th
Three Kings Day
www.thompsonfly.com
February 28th
www.flymonarch.com
May 1st
www.flybe.com
August 15th Virgin de la Asuncion
www.xl.com
English Radio Stations Global Radio
96.5 FM
Andalucia Day May Day
October 12th Dia de la Hispanidad November 1st
All Saints day
December 6th Dia de la Constitucion
Wave
96.0 FM
Coastline Radio
97.6 FM
Radio Sol Almijara
99.1 FM
December 8th Immaculate Conception
Spectrum
105.5 FM
December 25th Christmas Day
REM FM
104.8 FM
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Accommodation
Finca el Cerrillo Canillas de Albaida, Malaga Tel: 952 03 04 44 email: info@hotelfinca.com www.hotelfinca.com
Finca Los Pinos Tel: 619 175 649 The Hotel Balcon Tel: 952 55 3662 Alberdini Hotel Restaurant Tel: 952 51 62 94
Airconditioning / Heating
Phone: 952.539.742
Mobile: 606.423.869
www.redwell.com infrared panels for inside, low cost, healthy - Stops mould and damp
CALL NOW 952 967 015 Infrared Heating Outside for patios bars, smoking areas - low running cost
Construction
Carpenters Tejeiro Tel: 952 516 149
Computers
printerink.es Ink Cartridges, Stationery, Printing Services & 2 euro selection at Trapiche Market & Divas Boutique Tel: 627242977 sales@printerink.es
Competa Computers Professional Computer Repairs Tel: 952 96 78 03
Tel: 951 067 722 / 617 979 364
www.malagaclima.com www.competa-computer.com john@competa-computers.com
Hairdressers Tin Tin Hairdressers Tel: 952 516 416 E.G.O Tel: 616 022 734 Chica Loca Tel: 622 305 532 Chique Tel: 680740545
Drains Waynes Drains Tel: 657 862 628
Electricians
Electricians Roger 648 025 901 Mike 606 246 902 Answerphone: 952 553 282
Electrician
Tecnicas Tel: 952 52 95 38 Esola Systems Tel: 952 550 323 Klimacentro Tel: 952 540 786
Jose Luis Persianas Tel: 952 516 397 Tejeiro Carpinteria Tel: 952 51 61 49
Solar Shade Tel: 902 888 176 Nick Atkinson Tel: 658 151628 noneedtopaint.com Tel: 640 519 482
Tel 951242449 Tel: 952 96 78 03 www.malagaclima.com
Glass, lighting & blinds
C&Gs 2381 & 2391
Mob 666707297
www.english-electrician-nerja.com
Food Stores & Shops
La Gelateria facebook/heladeriacompeta
Furniture Stores
Health & Beauty Centro Mar y Salud Dr. Bernadette Veeger - General Practitioner
General Practitioner Psychology Physiotherapy Osteopathy Massage Acupuncture Neurology Gynaecology Medical Thermography Dermatology Iridology Vitamin & Mineral dificiencies testing Etioscan Food allergies testing Pedicure Colontherapy Nutritional Coaching Energy Healing Gym classes Cosmetic treatments Nursing Care Paseo MarĂtimo, El Morche/Torrox Costa, 952 532 065 / 617 913 196, www.centromarysalud.com info@centromarysalud.com
Samusalud Tel: 625029316 Dr Irene Rubi Tel: 951 25 83 91 Ian Pett Dental Care Tel: 691 700 587
Nursing & Care NURSE RGN Acute ILLNESS & ELDERLY CARE englishnurse@rocketmail.com Tel 951 242 449
Internet & Telephone Nerja Solutions Tel: 952 52 71 45 BB4S Tel: 951 239 888
Insurance Essential Cover Tel: 951 39 07 00 Black Tower Tel: 607 845 603
Leisure &Hobbies
Buggy Tours www.buggytours.net Tel: 653 635 180 Competa Hikes Tel: 619 175 649 Los Caballos del Mosquin Tel: 608658 108
Mechanics & Recovery
Kennels & Pets Raza Hotel for dogs Tel: 952 535 417
Language Schools Axareducation Tel: 655 48 59 44
Locksmiths
Tel: 952 507 144 CP Auto Aircon Tel: 649 307 966
Property Legal Advice Solutions 4 U Tel & Fax (00 34) 952 55 38 07
LOCKSMITH UK C&G Qualified, Callouts (24/7) and / or appointments
Call Paul Tel: 664367511 email: pcandmrogers@gmail.com
Plumbers & Water Solutions
Mobile: (00 34) 660 51 01 34
www.solutions4u-competa.com
Asesoria Aljarife Tel:952 51 66 00 Asesoria Axarquia Tel:952 54 51 05 Thomas Gant Law Tel: 952 51 69 61
Property Management HoneyBee Management Tel: 695 521 350
Fontaneria Roman Tel: 952 55 33 69
Removals UK Deliveries Tel: 951 247 240 / 608 091 660
Real Estate Tel:(0034) 618 295 063 Tel:(0034) 951 067 711
Solutions 4 U Tel: 952 55 38 07 Taurus Real Estate, Tel: 952 53 50 43
Restaurants & Bars Restaurante La Plaza Tel: 952 55 48 07 El Pilon - Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 35 12 Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena Tel: 951 70 76 38 - Cómpeta Taj Majal - Torrox Costa Tel: 952 53 49 72 The Pavo Real - Cómpeta/Torrox Rd Tel: 654 86 90 83 The Balcon Hotel - - Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 36 62 El Recreo - Cómpeta Tel: 951 51 60 43 La Pergola - Torre del Mar Tel: 627 579 776 La Extremeña - Archez Tel: 686 558 362 Casa Paco - Competa Tel: 952 516 077 Alberdini Hotel Restaurant Competa Tel: 952 51 62 94 El Pino Restaurant - Torrox Tel: 952 968 106 Perico’s - Competa Tel: 952 553 739 Casa Paco - Competa Tel:952 516 077 Cortico Paco - Competa Tel:952 553 647
The Business Directory Continued Satellite Services Nerja Solutions Tel: 952 527 145 Total Satellite Installations Tel: 629 556 266 Sky Digital Tel: 952 464 378
Swimming Pool Heating
Vets Naturevets - Competa Tel: 952 553 850
Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es
Windows & Doors
Spa’s & Saunas
Solicitors
UPVC-WINDOWS/DOORS Tel. 952 50 25 27 E-Mail: juanverdun@juanverdun.com
Official Manufacturer
Delprado Solicitors Tel: 95 252 72 74
Cars Bought & Sold Cars Wanted Tel: 657 919 965 Second Hand Cars Tel: 670 411 255
Solar
Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es
Solar Sundays Tel: 648 025 901
Mobility
Upholstery Michael’s Upholstery Tel: 952 55 34 64
Plants VetiverSpain Tel: 692 288 657
Villa Care House Martins
Mobility Products For Sale or Hire Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279
www.bluebadgemobility.com
tel:+44 (0)845 0041041 mob: +34 692 408 306 www.housemartins.es
Property Care and Management Services
HoneyBee Management Tel: 695 521 350
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MARCH CHURCH SERVICES Alhama de Granada, St. Barnabas I.E.R.E (Anglican). Service in English at 11.30 first and third Sundays of the month now at La Joya Roman Catholic Church, Plaza Alfonso X11. contact Priest 95 203 0461 or Warden 95 252 0921. Torre del Mar( Lux Mundi Centre). St. Barnabas I.E.R.E, Spanish Episcopal service in English at 11 o'clock, first and third Sunday Morning Prayer, second and forth Sundays Holy Communion. Contact Rector 95 203 0461 or Wardens 25 251 0921 and 95 251 0056. St Barnabas IERE (Anglican). English services 11 a.m. Sundays at Iglesia Evangelica, Torre del Mar, opposite the bus station. Tel.952030461 (priest) or 618640132 (churchwarden) "Church of England" services at the Capillia de san jose calle linares 7 velez Malaga. website is www. stgeorgemalaga.org. and at Competa in the Parish Church at 5.30 p.m. All are welcome. Contact number 952 219 396. LAKE VINUELA SOCIAL CLUB We meet on the 1st THURSDAY of the month from 12noon until approx. 2.30pm followed by lunch at Bar Atila, Puente Don Manuel to enjoy social activities and meet like minded friends. We regularly have a quiz, open the box, bingo and a guest speaker. For further details please contact 676772693 or email lake.vinuela@yahoo.co.uk
Thursday 19th - Coach excursion to Gibraltar. Departure times, Puente don Manuel (Hotel Romero) 6.45h,Algarrobo (Lidl) 7.15h, Caleta 7.20h and Torre Del Mar (Bus Station) 7.30h. Depart Gibraltar 15.00h. PASSPORTS REQUIRED. Monday 23rd – Coach Excursion to Guadix & Purullena. Ticket price 25 Euros. All proceeds for fundraising. Departure times Viñuela (football ground) 8.00h, Torre del Mar (coach station) 8.30h, Caleta 8.35h, Algarrobo (Lidl) 8.40h. Monday 30th – Talk “The mysteries of the Málaga Easter processions”. Please come and join friends at the Centre to hear a talk by Inma España of Lux Mundi explain about the history and rituals of the Easter processions. Your donation of only 1 Euro will help us to keep the Lux Mundi Centre open for you. Time 11.30h. Tuesday 31st March & Thursday April 1st. The Centre will be open mornings only. Time 10.00h to 13.00h. For further information and bookings please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org .Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web.
in November
FELLOWSHIP OF THE KING We meet at Fellowship of the King premises situated underneath Maroma Inmobillaria, El Cruce de Puente don Manuel. Phone 952 115 220 or 952 518 185 LUX MUNDI Fellowship of the King Sunday Worship - 11am. DAILY ACTIVITIES IN THE CENTRE. Bible Study Thursday 5-7pm Tuesday through Thursday Spanish courses. Midweek activities: Monday – Support Group. Half Orange (Widows/Widowers/Singles) Group. German Coffee. Pilates - Wednesday 1.30 - 2.30 pm Bridge Club Tuesday 2.15 - 6pm. Tuesday –“Espan-Glish” (exchange conversation Charity shop/Books open Wednesday, Friday & group), English for children. Wednesday – Bible study, Art & Craft Group. Thursday – Prayer Group. Saturday 10 - 1.30pm. Bible Study. “Espan- Glish” (exchange TRAPICHE SOCIAL CLUB conversation group). Friday – Spanish conversation, Coffee Morning Refreshments with a The Trapiche Social Club meets every Wednesday at 12 noon until 2pm at the Trapiche Restaurant, Boutique, Bric-a-brac, preserves books and cards just off the A356 Velez-Malaga to La Vinuela. The for sale. Library and Tourist Reference Library. first Wednesday in the month is our regular lunch 11.00am – 13.00pm. meeting, we enjoy a 3 course lunch with wine, LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR MARCH COMING casera and water for just €8.50. EVENTS AND EXCURSIONS. Friday 6th - ´World Women´s Day of Prayer´. At the Centre, all are welcome men, women and children to join us and friends from over 170 countries in a common day of prayer. This year the worship service focuses on Jesus said “Do you understand what I have done to you?” Prepared by women of The Bahamas – Caribbean. Time 17.00h. Friday 13th – Easter Bazaar. All funds for fund raising. Time 11.00h to 13.00h.
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LOS ROMANES ROYAL BRITISH LEGION We now meet on a Monday from 12-2.00 pm in the Garden Restaurant, La Vinuela.Information can be obtained from our website www.RBLLosromanes.org.uk or Margaret Branch Sec. 951066079
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SAYALONGA Luxury country villa 136m2 in outstanding location. Luxury fully fitted kitchen, open plan living/dining room, 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 8mt x 4mt pool, brick built BBQ & outside kitchen. Stunning sea views & good access. Awaiting EPC Ref: T857
449,950 euro
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ARCHEZ Very light and airy villa with fabulous views of the surrounding villages. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large lounge / diner, fitted kitchen and utility room. Stunning pool terrace, established garden and car port. Awaiting EPC Ref: C3263
215,000 euro
Desirable two storey villa of 180m2 in elevated position. Main living & dining room, f/f kitchen, 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious pool terrace with 8mt x 4mt swimming pool, delightful garden & large workshop. Excellent access & stunning lake views. EPC rating G
295,000 euro
Ref: T771
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COMPETA Delightful second floor apartment close to all amenities. Open plan living area, f/f kitchen, 3 double bedrooms, family bathroom & separate shower room. Air conditioning/heating, double glazed windows, Garage space. Front balconies with fabulous views. Ideal permanent or holiday home. Awaiting EPC Ref: C1201
110,000 euro
COMPETA Traditional country residence (164m2) in a secluded rural location. 2 Beds & 1 Bath, split level living room, fully fitted kitchen, 2 utility areas & guest annex. Salt water pool & set on a plot of 9,758 with stables, tack room & exercise corral. Awaiting EPC Ref: C3298
295,000 euro
COMPETA Charming character country house (approx. 70m2) in tranquil setting, a short drive from the village. 3 beds/2 baths, 2 living areas & modern kitchen. Many original features. Small heated pool, 3,000m2 secluded plot. Good access. Must be seen! Awaiting EPC Ref: C3373
169,000 euro