Doner kebabs facing ban in Spain as EU politicians link the British favourite to heart disease
The doner kebab is under threat in Spain and across the EU. It comes after EU politicians have begun moving to ban phosphates, deemed necessary
2017 to be a vintage year for wines made in Spain
CONNOISSEURS Â of Spanish wines can mark 2017 down as a vintage year. Not only will stocks arrive two to three weeks earlier but the wines
Why you should NEVER eat food if a fly has landed on it
FLIES have been outed as the dirty bombers of the insect world, carrying more harmful bacteria than previously thought. Scientis at Penn State Eberly College
Remember to bring your bits and bobs for 50 Plus Expo in Fuengirola
The 50 Plus Expo has hundreds of professionals specialising in areas as broad as insurance, health, currency, exchange, property, tourism and much more.
Manilva to host its first ever gastronomic fair in December
MANILVA is to host its first ever gastronomic fair next month. Taste of Manilva will be held on December 8 and 9 in Plaza Vendimia.
Mad cow disease discovered in Spain
A COW in Spain was destroyed today after it was found to be carrying ‘mad cow disease’. The Salamanca farm animal tested positive for bovine
Heineken announce €6.4 million investment into Andalucia plant
HEINEKEN has announced a €6.4 million investment to expand its site in Jaén. The cash injection will see the production of canned Cruzcampo and Amstel beers.
Estepona’s Mundo Mania is giving away Christmas treats every day for children
From December 1, Mundo Mania in Estepona is giving away gifts including Mundo Mania day passes, toys, sweets and much more.
Spain facing Jamon shortage and steep price rises following surge in Chinese demand
THE surge in Chinese demand for jamon iberico is threatening to outstrip the supply, risking steep price rises. The recent lifting of import restrictions has
SHROOM TIME: Mushrooms are heading onto menus around Spain
IT’S mushroom season again – and chefs around Spain are conjuring up a host of delicious dishes based around the wild autumn favourite. From succulent
Ronda and Cadiz restaurants sweep up new Michelin stars for 2018
ANDALUCIA has swept up a wave of new Michelin stars in the latest guide for 2018. Aponiente, in Cadiz, now has an incredible three Michelin
Why milk from this animal is the new anti-dairy trend
It has half the fat of cows' milk
World’s first gin made from 100% mango launched on Costa del Sol
THE world’s first gin made from 100% mango has been launched in Malaga. The orange-coloured Ballix mango gin is made from the Osteen mango, grown
Thousands of olives planted by Mallorcan scientists to discover the best strain
SCIENTISTS from Mallorca university UIB are joining forces with engineers to determine the best strain of olive. Researches want to create an olive that can
BREAKING: Rescue effort needed to save kitten trapped in pipe for two weeks in Cadiz
The huge Cadiz bodega Barbadillo is not allowing local residents to save the cat that has been trapped for up to two weeks in a drainage
DEBUNKED: The 10 biggest myths about wine
FOR some of us, navigating our way around the wine section can be a daunting task. How are we supposed to know which is the
Special spa day raises hundreds for food kitchen for the homeless in Malaga
The event was held at Las Orquideas hotel in Los Romanes offering massages and other relaxing treatments to raise money for food kitchen Los Angeles
Spanish winemaker pushes for all wineries to be carbon neutral in 10 years
Climate change poses stark risks for vineyards, which may be exposed to more extreme weather that will see traditional grape varieties struggle.
Malaga olive oil named ‘Best in Spain’ fourth year in a row
The Finca La Torre received the Food Award of Spain for the Best Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Double-Michelin Spanish chef helps feed THOUSANDS of Puerto Ricans following Hurricane
He was shocked when other organisations he assumed had things under control were asking him for help.
Hairy Bikers release new book and cooking show to focus on Spanish cuisine
The Hairy Bikers’ Mediterranean Adventure includes ‘hearty and healthy’ recipes celebrating the culinary delights of Spain, France, and Italy.
Remorseless Spanish fishermen refuse to acknowledge Gibraltarian waters as they continue to fish
A SPANISH fisherman was unrepentant today about fishing illegally in British waters. He and two other fishing captains from the Puerto de La Atunara port
Popular Marbella restaurant relaunches with Michelin Star manager
Barry Akalley and wife Louise have given their Fuel Brasserie eatery in Nueva Andalucia a whole new menu as the restaurant enters its third year
Popular Benalmadena hotel celebrates 30 years of success on Costa del Sol
The popular four-star resort on the Benalmadena coast has been the industry gold standard for those looking for a quick break.
Olive Press judges Málaga’s new five star Miramar Hotel that was previously a court
It has been 12 years since Jon Clarke first step through the doors at the Palacio de Miramar and since then a lot has changed.
Costa del Sol rugby lads begin monthly charity work in Malaga
Club de Rugby Malaga has teamed up with local NGOs to help the homeless and disadvantaged as well as teaching the love of the game.