Trio of restaurants on Spain’s costas win big in Trip Advisor’s gourmet awards
A TRIO of little known costa restaurants have landed top spots in the annual Trip Advisor awards. El Xato, in La Nucia, on the Costa
Malaga is named as one of the top five food destinations in the world thanks to THESE dishes
MALAGA has been named as the world’s fifth-best gastronomic destination according to the ‘Readers Choice Awards’ from the Conde Nast Traveller magazine. Skewered sardines, gazpachuelo
Oldest market in Spain’s Valencia gets grand reopening after being closed for five years
VALENCIA’S oldest market was reopened on Monday by mayor Maria Jose Catala after being closed for five years. Located near the port on the Plaza
Spanish wine rekindles global acclaim with exceptional 2012 vintage
CASTILLO Ygay, previously hailed as the ‘Best Wine in the World’ by Wine Spectator, is back in the spotlight. The 2012 vintage of this Spanish
Zara founder and Spain’s richest man Armancio Ortega at loggerheads with owners of historic Glasgow restaurant over astronomical repair bills
SPAIN’S richest man has been attracting the scorn of Scotsmen after being blamed for water leaks that have caused catastrophic damage to a beloved Glasgow
Pedro Ximenez sherry produced from a grape in Spain’s Andalucia is in line to be crowned a piece of ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’ by UNESCO
PEDRO Ximenez wines, produced from a grape grown in the Andalucian municipality of Montilla, are in line to be named an Intangible Cultural Heritage by
Torrox, the ‘Little Germany’ of Spain’s Costa del Sol kick starts its Oktoberfest today
TORROX, the municipality with the most registered German residents on the Iberian Peninsula, is gearing up for its own Oktoberfest this weekend. The small enclave
The hilltop village of Gaucin is offering a tasty weekend of treats to show off its classic mountain fare
IT doesn’t take much to entice visitors up to the emblematic mountain village of Gaucin for a day trip. But now the classic pueblo blanco
Culinary Triumph: Malaga claims ‘Best Paella in Spain’ title
IN a culinary showdown Malaga has claimed the title for the best paella in Spain. According to the 62nd edition of the International Valencian Paella
Barcelona pizzeria breaks through Italian dominance to take 3rd place for the ‘50 Top Pizza World 2023’ Award
BARCELONA’S Sartoria Panatieri pizzeria, owned by Rafa Panatieri and Jorge Sastre, has been awarded a prestigious third place at the “50 Top Pizza World 2023”
HANDS UP: Price of olive oil in Spain more than doubles in two years as supermarkets are accused of ‘speculation’Â
OLIVE oil prices continue on the rise as a bottle of Spain’s signature product is today 114.8% more expensive than it was in March 2021.
Olives with ‘illegally high levels of pesticides’ are being imported into Spain from Morocco, health experts warn
A FOOD alert has been issued this week by the European Union in Spain warning that a shipment of olives exported from Morocco contain high
Sorry we’re NOT full: Restaurants in Spain’s Mallorca are charging up to €120 for last minute cancellations
ONE IN FIVE Mallorca restaurants are charging for last minute reservation cancellations and no-shows, with more businesses set to follow suit. Alfonso Robledo, president of
EXC: Many restaurants ‘are down by up to 20%’ on Spain’s Costa del Sol this summer despite record visitor numbers
RESTAURANTS along the Costa del Sol have reported earning up to 25% less this summer despite record visitor numbers. Just over 10 million people arrived
Olive oil in Spain soars to new record wholesale price
THE WHOLESALE price of Spanish extra virgin olive oil soared to a new all-time high on Tuesday of above €8,200 per metric ton. This came
A CHEESE TO DIE FOR: Spanish queso from Asturia sets new world record selling for €30,000
A SPANISH cheese once again holds the crown as the world’s most expensive after winning the Cabrales Cheese Content – 2.2 kilos of it sold
Anti-acid medicine maker removes adverts from Valencia area that associated heartburn with famous regional paella in Spain
A MAKER of anti-acid tablets says advertising posters will be taken down in the Valencia region which suggested the pills would clear heartburn caused by
Gourmet burger company created by two brothers ten years ago in Spain’s Valencia announces big nationwide expansion
THE VALENCIA gourmet burger restaurant chain ‘The Fitzgerald’ plans to celebrate its tenth anniversary this year with the opening of two new wholly-owned shops plus
REVIEW: Foodisiac in Sotogrande
PASSION for their craft has always been the hallmark of Laurence and Adina Forcione at Sotogrande’s stylish eatery, Foodisiac. This has shone through in
Exclusive Recognition: Restaurant in Spain’s Andalucia awarded prestigious Sustainable Sun Award from Repsol Guide
THE Repsol Guide holds significant importance for culinary enthusiasts. It serves as a reliable source to explore restaurants, bars, and various establishments, ensuring a satisfying
Spain’s Estepona hosts World Ham Contest featuring 200 ham cutters
ESTEPONA is currently home to the prestigious World Ham Contest, showcasing the talents of 200 skilled ham carvers from around the world. Running until tomorrow,
Consumer alert issued for Milka Chocolate bar distributed in Spain’s Andalucia
THE Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (Aesan) has issued a precautionary alert for individuals with allergies to milk, hazelnuts, or soy regarding certain
Top Scoop Haven: Spain’s Malaga ranked fifth among Europe’s best ice cream cities
GOT A STORY? Email us at tips@theolivepress.es WHEN it comes to a universally cherished summer symbol, few can contest the allure of ice cream, and
Dining in the Dark: The new gastronomic experience coming to Spain’s Malaga
GOT A STORY? Email us at tips@theolivepress.es DINING in the Dark is a gastronomic experience that offers a secret tasting menu entirely in darkness. Already
Weekend with gastronomic festivities in Spain’s Malaga: Moscatel Grape Day in Iznate
GOT A STORY? Email us at tips@theolivepress.es IZNATE, a quaint village nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Malaga, is gearing up for its much-awaited annual
Malaga’s ‘Espeto War’: Unraveling the cheapest delights by the sea
MALAGA’S culinary battleground comes alive every summer among beachfront restaurants, all vying to serve the best and most affordable sardines skewered, the famed ‘espeto.’ This