Restaurants in Nerja – “Que Comemos Hoy?” It’s a restaurant where we stop off at least once a week. “Que Comemos Hoy?” (translated as “What are we eating today?”) has local food and it’s been a great place to buy local dishes to takeaway. Besides being very good and very typical Andalucian food, it’s also […]
What’s it like living in Rincon de la Victoria?
What’s it like living in Rincon de la Victoria? Paula didn’t plan to live and work in Spain. But sometimes life take unexpected turns. In this interview, Paula tells us about the circumstances that led her to Spain and how she ended up choosing Rincon de la Victoria (situated 15 minutes east of Malaga) as […]
Where to buy Plants in Nerja (and Torrox)
Where to buy Plants in Nerja (and Torrox) When we asked our Spanish friend in Nerja where to buy our plants he told us where to go. And it wasn’t the Viveros (Garden Center) in Nerja. “Whenever I buy plants there they always die. And they’re unfriendly”. The place to buy plants, according to him, […]
The Best Paradors in Spain
Spain has something unique: state-owned hotels located in (mostly) historic buildings. All over Spain you can stay in old castles, monasteries, palaces and convents. All the locations are spectacular and have been chosen for their historical and/or geographical characteristics. Not only that, Paradors (as they are called) are known for their restaurants which serve the […]
What’s it like living in Torremolinos?
What’s it like living in Torremolinos? Wayne left the UK to live in Torremolinos, a seaside resort just west of Malaga. A 10-15 drive from Malaga’s airport, it is a popular place for tourists and expats alike. In this interview, Wayne tells us about Torremolinos and the reasons he’s made it his home in Spain. […]
Andalucia: The Best of Southern Spain
Andalucia: The Best of Southern Spain Most people visiting Andalucia come here for a week or two. They have a limited time and want to see the highlights of the region. For that kind of travel Rick Steves is one of the best. In the past we’ve discovered places like Bacharach in Germany, Reutte in […]
