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10. Cultura Levadura

12. Executive and Family menus at Restaurant La Marina

14. Viva la Diva a new shopping experience!

16. Bar Bistro New to La Linea Church Square

17. Meson El Picadero have New premises by the sea

20. Colonial, Rustic & Urban Furniture in La Rueca

23. Tan Tan decorations making your dreams come true!

24. Sotokids New online outlet for cool kids & trendy mums!

26. Cultura Levadura Exhibitions

32. Toni Orihuela Events Planners

36. La Serrana expand their Tapas Bar and offer you more

45. Danceworks and Bizzybodies enrol this winter

59. Ivory Restaurant a welcoming experience

63. New Asador La Bota with Log Fire Roasted Chickens & more

64. Restaurant Las Camelias

73. Bar Picapiedra new Tapas Bar in La Linea

76. Asian Market food from the East

77. Cool Urban Lounge & Cocktails New to Sotogrande

87. Dvd Reviews, up and coming films to see

88. Walk Playa Los Lances, Tarifa

89. The Birds - Little, Great Crested & Black-Necked Grebes

92. Sailing with Yachting Sotogrande

93. Horse Riding on Tarifa beaches

94. An array of activities for you to do this summer

96. Enjoy a relaxing evening on the Hotel El Alcazar terrace

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29. Business & Professional

30. Services

34. Map - La Linea Centre

38. Fashion & Shopping42. Style & Beauty46. Exercise & Dance48. Health & Care

52. Wine Review 54. Restaurant Guide66. Tapas Guide & Translations74. Take Aways75. General Food Stores

78. Cafes80. Bars

90. Animals91. Leisure & Accommodation97. Puzzles Corner98. Useful Numbers

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Home to the Art of Cooking & Literature

Rumours Café & Librería Reflexión is a combined fresh experience, a centre of cultural and culinary excellence equal to that to be found in the leading cities of Europe.

Rumours Café sets out to stimulate the palate and excite the eyes of its patrons with dishes by Chef Fernando Mario Coradazzi whose exceptional culinary talents are expressed through the originality, subtly of flavour and vibrant artistry of his masterly creations.

We take great satisfaction in experimenting with flavours and ingredients, pushing the boundaries, taking from classic to fusion to create contemporary cuisine. Our personal culinary preferences are Mediterranean gastronomy fused with spices whilst twisting new and old techniques. One of our passions is the entwining of European and Asian cuisines to create a vital gastronomic fusion. Rumours Café menu changes regularly in response to seasonal fresh produce sourced not only from the most ecological local producers but, as required, from further field where some exotics are only available. Rumours Café is open throughout the day. We also offer a range of fine wines, alcohol and liqueurs’, as well as a top selection of coffees and the finest teas and infusions.

Librería Reflexión offers customer time for quiet browsing of carefully selected Spanish and English hard & soft cover books ranging from Coffee Table Art through to thought provoking topical subjects, novels and light relaxed reading. A children’s corner has a wide selection of books to interest the young.

The bookshop is run by helpful and knowledgeable staff who enjoy reading and are willing to advise the customers. Every corner of our shop is crammed full of reading treasures.

Complimentary products include quality stationery, greeting cards and original Razzle Rocks dress jewellery.

Rumours Café & Librería Reflexión

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Casa del Arte de la Cocina y la Literatura

Rumours Café y Librería Reflexión es una experiencia combinada, fresca, un centro de excelencia cultural y culinaria similar a las que se encuentran en las principales ciudades de Europa. Rumours Café intenta estimular el paladar y excitar los ojos de sus comensales con platos del chef Fernando Mario Coradazzi cuyo excepcional talento culinario se expresa a través de la originalidad, la sutileza de sabores y el arte vibrante de sus creaciones.

Tomamos la gran satisfacción de experimentar con sabores e ingredientes, empujar las fronteras, partiendo de la cocina clásica jugamos con la fusión para crear una cocina contemporánea. Nuestras preferencias personales culinarias son la gastronomía mediterránea fusionada con especias a través de viejas y novedosas técnicas de cocina. Una de nuestras pasiones es el entrelazamiento de cocinas europeas y asiáticas para crear una fusión vital gastronómica. El menú de Rumours Café cambia con regularidad en respuesta a la estacionalidad del producto que proviene de productores ecológicos locales y de aquellos que nos aporten un toque más exótico. Rumours Café está abierto a lo largo del día. También ofrecemos una gama de vinos finos, alcohol y licores, así como una selección superior de cafés, los tés más delicados e infusiones.

Librería Reflexión ofrece al cliente poder hojear una selección de libros tanto en español como en inglés. La temática varía desde el Arte de Mesa a la provocación de pensamiento, novelas donde poder disfrutar de la lectura con una luz relajada. Una sección infantil con una variada selección de libros para interesar a los más jóvenes. La librería está a disposición de quien disfruta leyendo y está abierta a las sugerencias de los clientes. Cada rincón de nuestro espacio tiene tesoros para ser leídos.

Del mismo modo, disponemos de productos de calidad como papel de regalo, tarjetas de felicitación y una original gama de joyería realizada con piedras preciosas.

Rumours Café y Librería Reflexión

Avenida de Los Canos 52Pueblo Nuevo de GuadiaroReservations: 956 79 69 20info@bookcafereflexion.com

Opening Hours:Monday to Friday 9am to 8.30pm

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“EL BAR RESTAURANTE LA MARINA” ha sido recomendado por las más prestigiosas guías gastronómicas entre ellas la Selecta GUIA MICHELÍN, que por cuarto año consecutivo lo distingue con el calificativo BIB GOURMAND y como uno de los 500 restaurantes de España y Portugal donde se puede comer con la mejor relación CALIDAD-PRECIO.(Precio medio por persona sobre los 30-35 €).

No obstante el Bar Restaurante con más tradición del Campo de Gibraltar ha realizado un esfuerzo suplementario adaptando unos “Menús Ejecutivos” de Lunes a Viernes a 20 € y “Menús familiares” Sábados y Domingos al mismo precio, es una excelente oferta.

La Marina Bar and Restaurant has been recommended by the most prestigious gastronomy guides,including the coveted Michelin Guide, where they have been mentioned for the last four years. Here they gained the BIB classification ‘Gourmand’ Award. They are also one of the 500 restaurants in Spain and Portugal where you can eat the best quality for the best price (average price per person between 30-35€).

However, recognising these difficult times, La Marina which is the most traditional Bar Restaurant in the Campo de Gibraltar area has come up with the “Executive Menus” from Monday to Friday for 20€ and “Family Menus” on Saturday and Sunday for the same price. This is an excellent offer that cannot be missed.They have also created a more informal and economic new Tapas Menu at the bar, where you can drink and eat with friends whilst enjoying the sea view. All this without losing the quality and tradition that distinguishes La Marina Restaurant founded in 1947 and declared a touristic and social interest. In 2009 it also won the highest distinction in the city of La Linea, the Golden Medal. Check out our website and our special menus for groups, flamenco shows and events, etc.

RestAuRANt LA MARiNA, stRAiGHt fRom the sea to youR tabLe.

tHe best bAR foR dRiNks, tAPAs ANd disHes, At youR fAvouRite tAbLe oveRLooking the sea.

RestAuRANt LA MARiNA tHe Most AwARded RestAuRANt foR tRAditioNAL seRviCe ANd tHe best gastRonomy.

A su vez ha creado una Carta de Tapas en barra donde copear y comer con los amigos frente al mar, de manera más informal y económica, todo ello sin perder la calidad y tradición que distingue al Restaurante fundado en 1947 y declarado de interés turístico y social, así como con la más alta distinción de la ciudad de La Línea , la Medalla de Oro de la ciudad en 2009.Consulte nuestra Web y nuestros menús especiales para grupos y espectáculo flamenco, para eventos etc.

RestAuRANte LA MARiNA DiReCtamente DeL maR a su mesa.

su MeJoR bARRA PARA CoPAs, tAPAs y RACioNes, su MeJoR MesA fReNte AL maR.

RestAuRANte LA MARiNA LA tRAdiCiÓN MÁs PReMiAdA AL seRviCio de LA meJoR gastRonomÍa.

RestauranteLa Marina

12Paseo Maritimo, La Atunara, La Linea Tel: 956 17 1531

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A new shopping experience offering a wide selection of products and services:

Jackie’s High Class Clothing Alterations & Made to Measure Garments. Jackie has 50 years’ experience in high class tailoring and is a specialist in bridal wear & beading; she has managed alteration departments for House of Fraser and Berkertex Bride before opening her own successful business in Manchester. Her clients included, Harvey Nicolls, DKNY, Selfridges, Armani, Vivien Westwood, the cast of Coronation Street and costume design for Stars in Their Eyes, not to mention celebrities such as David Beckham. Here on the Costa del Sol Jackie has built up a clientele that say ‘we simply wouldn’t trust anyone else to do the job’. Jackie uses industrial machines to get a manufacture’s finish, personally fits the garments on the premises and can deal with even the most technical tailoring and difficult jobs.

the book shopWe have many second hand novels in stock for only 4 euros each or swap for 2 books for 1. In store you will find a large selection of Mind, body & spirit products and books including crystals, angel cards, tarot cards, 100% pure essential oils and gift sets. Beverley who is a psychic medium also does private card readings on the premises for a full range of services visit: www.thebookangel.co.uk

viva La diva! vintage Clothing & designer dress AgencyIn the designer dress agency you can bring your items in and we will sell them on your behalf and pay you 50% of the price once the goods are sold. Items must be in excellent condition and can include handbags, shoes, clothes, bridal wear and jewellery. We have in stock a huge range of labels including Dior, Cavalli, Armani, Louis Vuitton, YSL and many more.

fRee forthcoming events at viva La diva!We are holding a number of events throughout August and everyone is welcome to attend.

Visit our website for more information: www.vivaladivasoto.webs.com

viva La diva!

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tapasUbicado en pleno corazón de La Línea, en calle Méndez Núñez 3, junto a la plaza de la Iglesia se encuentra nuestro local.

Un bar-cafetería donde la cocina tradicional es protagonista. Especializado en carnes de caza (jabalí, rabo de toro, venado, novillo) tapas y raciones, surtido ibérico, ahumados, patés y más.

Carta de vinos: Riojas y Riberas del Duero, Champagne (Moet & Chandon), Chardonnay y mas. Vinos y vermouth de barril

Un lugar calido y acogedor donde el buen ambiente entre amigos se hace visible.Disfrutan de nuestra buena music, smooth jazz, para que su comida sea más amena y se sientan como en su casa.

Situated in the heart of La Linea, on calle Méndez Núñez, next to the Church Square is our Tapas Bar.

A Café / Tapas Bar where the traditional cuisine plays a leading roll. Specialising in game meats like wild boar, ox-tail, venison and veal, we also have a wide selection of tapas, Iberian and smoked products, pates and more.

On the wine menu we offer Riojas, Riberas del Duero, Chardonnay, wines and vermouth from the barrels and champagne (Moet & Chandon).

A warm and welcoming place where you can enjoy the ambiance with your friends and family, and listen to good music, smooth jazz, whilst eating and relaxing as though in the comfort of your own home.

Thank you for reading our column and we look forward to your visit soon.

Calle Méndez Núñez 3, near the plaza de la iglesia

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Mesón El Picadero esta ubicado en un nuevo local muy acogedor, situado en el Paseo Marítimo de la Atunara, con impresionantes vistas frente al mar.

Levamos diez años ofreciéndole calidad y precio, allí podrás disfrutar de una gran variedad en tapas, raciones o comer a la carta. Algunas sugerencias; solomillo al picadero, tomates “al estilo mío”, carne ibéricas, parrilladas de carne, frituras de pescado, pescados a la crema, chuletones etc.…Sin olvidarnos de nuestros exquisitos montaditos, canapés y revueltos.

También ofrecemos de martes a sábado nuestro menú económico de día a un precio de siete euros, con primero, segundo, pan, bebida, y postre. Ofreciendo siempre calidad-precio

¡Vengan a comprobarlo, no se arrepentirás!

“Lo mejor de lo mejor” Lunes cerrado.

Meson El Picadero has moved to a new location situated on the Paseo Maritimo La Atunara, with beautiful views of the sea opposite.

We have been offering our services and good prices for the last ten years, here you can enjoy a large selection of tapas or a menu a la carte, some of our recommendations are; Picadero style fillet, Tomatoes “al estilo mio”, Iberian meats, mixed grills, fried fish, fish in cream sauce, large chops etc, without forgetting our exquisite canapés, montaditos and scrambled egg dishes.

We also offer from Tuesday to Saturday our economic menu for seven euros, which includes starter, main, dessert, bread and drinks.

We always offer the best quality and price.So come by and see for yourselves!Mondays Closed

mesón el Picadero

Paseo Maritimo 61, La Lineatel: 646 515295 - 956 173600

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La Rueca*Dormitorio en madera de caoba de estilo colonial con líneas rectas y sencillas desprovistas de cualquier adorno innecesario, que le dotan de fuerza para crear el ambiente que siempre soñaste para tu hogar. Cabecero C/150 / Headboard - 255.85 €Mesita de Noche / Bedside Tables - 202.90 €Escalera izquierda / left Step Table - 352.90 €Cómoda / Chest of Drawers - 733.95 €Espejo / Mirror - 228.10 €

*Salón en pino mejicano con piezas sobrias y actuales reinventadas para amueblar cualquier estancia de tu hogar con carácter propio. La Rueca ofrece un mueble rustico de primera actualidad en el que la sencillez de las líneas harán posible recrear infinitos ambientes que mezclen clasicismo y modernidad a un mismo tiempo.Mesa de centro / Coffee Table - 405.10 €Librero alto / Top Bookshelf - 732.60 €Mueble T.V. (190) / T.V. Unit - 586.10 €Vitrina 2 puertas / 2 Door Cabinet - 534.35 €Estante (150) / Shelves, Bookcase - 103.40 €

*Salón compuesto por una propuesta de primerísima actualidad que seduce a primera vista y se adapta a las necesidades y estilo de tu hogar. Combinaciones con lacas de alto brillo, cristales glaseados y acero acorde con las últimas tendencias, a la vez que funcionales y de gran actualidad. Sofá creado para conferir el máximo confort y actualidad con cabezales posicionables y asientos deslizantes, disponible en diferentes medidas, texturas y colores. Mesa de centro / Coffee Table - 183.80 €Sofá 3 plazas con chaise-longue / 3 Piece Sofa with Chaise-longue - 1425.40 €Mueble T.V. (200) / T.V. Unit - 425.80 €Estante (200) / Shelves, Bookcase - 99.95 €Altillo puerta abatible arriba (120) / Top shelving with fold away door - 173.40 €Alto puerta izquierda / Top left shelving with door - 175.45 €

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TAN-TAN, es una tienda diferente en la línea.Les ofrecemos un estilo de decoración muy diverso, exclusivo para interior y exterior. Invitamos a nuestros clientes que disfruten desde nuestra tienda a pasear por Marruecos, India y Bali. Encontraran desde muebles, cuadros, textil, fuentes e infinidades de artículos de decoración, hasta una muy amplia y extensa variedad de tes.

Además, TAN-TAN te enamorara por sus aromas para tu casa, jardín, etc. con los maravillosos inciensos que encontraras tanto para interior como para exterior.

Nos adaptamos a las medidas del cliente. Somos fabricantes. Realizamos decoraciones para bodas, fiestas y toda clase de eventos.

Ahora puedes aprovechar más de un centenar de artículos al 50% de descuento.

Visítenos en Avda. Cartegena, La Linea

Tan Tan is a unique shop in La Linea. They offer a very diverse style of decoration, exclusively for interior and exterior. They invite you to come and discover Morocco, India and Bali all within their shop. You will find furniture, pictures, textiles, water features, a large selection of decorations, and a wide range of different teas.

You will also love Tan Tan for their aromas for your home, garden etc with some wonderful incense which you can find for interiors as well as exteriors.

We adapt to your needs, we can create bespoke items to your specifications.

We can also create decorate and provide assistance for all kinds of events, weddings, parties etc.

Right now you will receive a 50% discount on hundreds of items in the shop.So come and have a look for yourself and find what you have been looking for.

www.tantandecoracion.com

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New oN tHe CostA!for cool kids and trendy mums!

Sotokids has opened her ‘online’ doors for you and offers you a wide range of specialized brands. In our online shop you will find special gifts and decoration items for cool kids of all ages and trendy mums.

The brands we have are all of high quality and design. Colorique designs beautiful decoration products, especially for your child’s room. You will find lovely heart curtains, mosquito nets, cushions, hassocks, hanging lamps and bed linen, made of beautiful Indian sari materials. Besides there are colourful fashion bags and accessories for mums as well. Cottonbaby makes your baby’s room different than the standard traditional pink and blue. Designs in Gingham, dots and warm unicolours as fuchsia, pink, orange, navy, grey, black etc. are making the baby room happy and colourful. There is a full range of bed linen for your baby, but also sleeping bags, bibs, bath capes and velvet music stars to decorate with. Of course there is always room for playtime! With the carton board toys of Calafant, your child can build and decorate his own castle, farm, palace or tree house, without using glue or scissors! Calafant toys are stimulating your child’s creativity! New in our range of brands is Happy Horse! Cute animal’s cuddles made of good materials and adorable models. No doubt every little one wants to have a Joyful cow or his own plaster box to save his own hand- or footprint! Our brand Fresh! Home Collection is specialized in comfortable clothing for girls & their mums. The collection contains dresses, tops, T-shirts, leggings etc. All in warm colours such as off-black, stone grey, purple, nut, olive and mouse grey. Last but not least Minies, the beautiful baby shoes which stay on! and are helping your little one with his first steps into the world. You do like our goods? Sotokids also does home sales. This means that we are bringing our shop to your house. You, as the hostess, can invite friends to come along and in a cosy, comfortable place you can see the products, fit them and even buy them!

Want to make an appointment? You can send an email to info@sotokids.com or give us a call on 699.715.967 or 617.00.58.44.Happy shopping!Thera Runge & Monique WestdorpSotoKids

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En el día del bautizo, cumpleaños o en tu boda, un congreso empresarial o aquella fiesta a la que no podías faltar… Todos estos eventos serán mejores e inolvidables si dedicas el tiempo en disfrutarlo, dejando en nosotros la responsabilidad de la organización. Somos una empresa especializada en la elaboración de eventos, contando con proveedores, servicios, productos y personal altamente calificado para dar soporte y hacer real un evento completo. Nuestra misión es conseguir que tu Evento, sea único y se lleve a cabo exitosamente, cuidando cada fase y aspecto de su creación. Te asesoramos con la mejor decoración y ambientación, contando con los mejores profesionales, para que tú y tus invitados disfrutéis de un hermoso día. Nosotros organizamos tu boda o evento, sin ningún coste adicional, gracias a los acuerdos con los mejores proveedores, y te aseguramos que los servicios contratados siempre tendrán los mismos precios que si los gestionaras tú directamente.

On the day of a christening, birthday or your wedding, a business meeting or a party you simply can’t miss, do you really want to be so worried, stressed and busy that you don’t actually get the best from your own event.All these occasions could be so much more memorable if you dedicated the time to enjoy them. At no extra cost, you can leave all the organising and running around to a team of professionals. We are a company that specialises in creating events, where you can rely on our suppliers, services, products and personal attention to give you the support and confidence to make any event complete.Our aim is to make your event unique and a huge success; we work closely with the host and can take care of every stage and aspect of your creation. We can help you find the best locations, decorations and ambiances, with the help of our professional team, so that you and your guests can enjoy a beautiful day.For many years we have been working in the trade and can organise your wedding or event without any extra cost, thanks to the preferential prices we are able to get from our suppliers, and we can ensure the services we contract are the same price you would pay if your rang them and contracted them yourselves.

Pol. ind. Zabal, C/ bajel Pare 53, La Linea - tel: 637 866053

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Bienvenidos a nuestro nuevo establecimiento en la calle Sol (cerca la Plaza de la Iglesia), en el que les ofrecemos mejores instalaciones con una cocina más amplia para una mejor atención y nuevas variedades en: productos ibéricos, salazones, canapés, montaditos, ensaladas, carnes, pulpo, y variedades en pescado.

Algunas sugerencias son el secreto ibérico a la parrilla, revuelto de gulas con gambas y pulpo, paté de perdiz con cebolla caramelizada y reducción de aceite de modena, pulpo fresco de la bahía a la gallega, jamón ibérico puro de bellota y así hasta una infinidad de platos, sin olvidarnos de unos exquisitos canapés de ahumados.

Todo esto regado con una completa gama de vinos de la tierra, riojas, riberas y el vino de la casa Marquez de Arienzo crianza.

Este mesón es muy conocido en nuestra ciudad gracias al buen servicio que se intenta proporcionar ya sea en invierno cuando la cosa esta mas tranquila o en verano donde se une a todo esto una cómoda terraza con un gran ambiente.

Los propietarios Costa y Juan llevan muchos años al servicio del cliente y son muy conocidos dentro del sector de la hostelería consiguiendo así que la clientela se sienta querida gracias en buena parte por la profesionalidad de sus empleados.

Lo mejor es ir a probar y seguro que repetirá.

Gracias por su visita.

mesón la serrana calle Padre Junco, y calle sol (cerca la plaza de la iglesia)

tels: 856 225 110 / 956 178179

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Welcome to our new establishment which can be found behind the Church Square in La Linea (opposite the original Meson), we have more space to give you a better service, and a larger selection of tapas like: Iberian products, salted meats and fish, canapés, small rolls, salads, meats, octopus and fish dishes. Here are a few recommendations; the grilled Iberian secret (pork), scrambled egg with baby eels, prawns and octopus, pheasant pate with caramelised onions and a modena oil reduction, fresh octopus from Galicia, pure acorn fed Iberian ham and many more, without forgetting the exquisite smoked canapés.

All of these tasty tapas are complimented by a large range of Spanish wines from the best regions, Riojas, Riberas, and the house wine Marquez de Arienzo Crianza.

These two bars are extremely popular with the locals thanks to the attentive service whether it is winter when everyone is packed inside the bar or summer when everybody gets together on the comfortable terrace; there is always a great atmosphere.

Owners Costa and Juan have been serving the area for many years and are well known within the catering business assisted by their professional team.

So why not pop in and try for yourself, they are sure you’ll be back soon for more.Thanks for your visit.

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El Celler Espelt está ubicado en la finca Mas Espelt, en Gerona, elaboran vinos con DO Ampurdá. La bodega es familiar y cuenta con una larga tradición en el cultivo de la vid aunque no es hasta el año 2000 que inauguran la nueva bodega, así pues, se unen a los viñedos viejos, otros de nueva plantación, llegando a contar con el mayor viñedo de la zona con 250 has. El viñedo se reparte en diferentes ubicaciones y suelos diferentes.

Vailet es un blanco de elaboración cuidada, se obtiene de las variedades Garnacha blanca, muy extendida en la zona, y Macabeo. La recolección se hace de manera meticulosa y procede de suelos franco arcilloso y graníticos. La fermentación se realiza en cubas de acero a 14 grados.

Nota de cata: Color amarillo pálido. Nariz con aromas muy limpios de piña, manzana y otras frutas blancas maduras. Entrada muy suave en boca, es muy equilibrado, potente y fresco a la vez. El postgusto es agradable y sutil.

white Grenache Grapes

The cellar Espelt is situated in the country estate of Mas Espelt, in Gerona, where they make wines with DO Ampurdá. The wine cellar is family run and relies on a long line of traditions in cultivating, but it wasn’t until the year 2000 when they opened their new wine cellar that they could unite old and new vines to create the largest vineyard of 250 hectares in the area. The vineyards are situated in different areas and planted on different terrains.

Vailet is a white wine made with care; it contains varieties of the white Grenache grape, widely distributed in the area and the macabeo grape. The harvest is done in a meticulous way and comes from clay-like and gravelly ground. The fermentation is carried out in steel casks at 14º.

Tasting Notes: Pale yellow in colour. On the nose, clean aromas of pineapple, apple and other matured white fruits. Smooth texture, well balanced, powerful and yet fresh flavours all combined to enjoy. The after taste is subtle and pleasant.

Marca: VailetTipo: BlancoBodega elaboradora: Espelt Vincultors, SL.Origen: D.O. AmpurdáVariedad: Garnacha blanca y Macabeo Alcohol: 12.5 vol.Temperatura servicio: 6º C.Precio aproximado: 6.73 €

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argentinean / brazilian

Asador Cancha iiSan Enrique de GuadiaroTel: 618 568368Grilled meats, Sat & Sun lunchesPrivate Parties & Special Events

Gauchos Waterport, Casemates,Gibraltar Tel: +350 200 59700A restaurant that caters precisely for what people want.

Hacienda PatagonicaC/ Carboneros 5, La LineaFused Spanish tapas with an Argentinean grill. Prime quality beefOpen every day lunch & evenings

ipanemaOcean Village unit 11, GibraltarTel: +350 2164 8888Brazilian bar and ChurrascariaGrilled & BBQ meats, polenta etc.

La QuintaPunta Europa, TorreguadiaroTel: 956 616934Argentinean Meats, Homemade Pastas & Desserts. Live Music!

Los CazadoresFrancisco Amado, GuadiaroMob. 666 858903Parrila / Grill RestaurantSteakhouse dishes

Patagonia RestaurantC/ Isabel la Católica 43La Línea • Tel: 956 178021“The importance for us is not for you to come, but to return...”

RelingueEdif.Plaza Mayor, P.N. de Guadiaro, Tel: 956 695168Argentinean Grill Parrilla Argentina

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ivory RestaurantC/ Los Canos 32, P.N. de Guadiaro, Tel. 956 695611Authentic Indian cuisineTake Away & Delivery Service

international

taurino barCalle Clavel 82, La LineaTel: 956 173252Tapas, Raciones, PinchitosTípico Comida Árabe

italian

don GiovanniSalvador Dali s/n, La LineaTel: 956 171 663Pizzas, Pastas and more Take aways available

Lombardo’sGalerías Paniagua, SotograndeTel: 956 795924Open 7 days from 7pm Pizza & Pasta - Take Away

Mil PastasC/ Sagunto 3, La LineaTel: 956 764776Eat in or Take away - Comida paraLlevar, Products from Italy

osteria de NazarioLos Barrios Cine CiteTel: 610 770381Italian Ristorante, PizzeriaTake Aways & Home Delivery

Pizza CeroCalle Sol 49, La Linea Tel: 956 175 860Pizzas to eat in or take away for all the family to enjoy

Pizzeria fiorenzaCalle Jardines 36, La LineaTel: 956 095825 / 26Pizzas, Pastas, SaladsTake Away & home delivery

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transilvania Calle Punto Ribot s/n, La LineaTel: 634 687076Wood Fired Oven PizzasBreakfasts, Menu of the day

Japanese / oriental

the water Margin5 Ocean Village, GibraltarTel: +350 200 73668Chinese CuisineOpen for lunch & Dinner

spanish / mediterranean

bar JardinesCalle Jardines 98, La LineaTel: 625 679556Fish, Meat, Tapas, Take AwayPescado, Tapas, Carnes, Para llevar

kapa Restaurante PepeAvda. Mar del Sur, TorreguadiaroTel: 956 615353Pesacado y Mariscos, CenitasNew Tapas and Friday Menus

La Perla del surPaseo Maritimo, Atunara, La LineaTel: 630 038396Cerveceria, Marisqueria, FreiduriaBeer, Seafood & Fish

La MarinaPaseo Maritimo, La LineaTel: 956 171531Specialising in Fish & Seafood, Meats, and new tapas menu

La verandahUrb Playa Guadiaro, TorreguadiaroTel: 956 610508Mediterranean CuisineFish, Seafood & Meats

Las CameliasCN 340, Km. 134, TorreguadiaroTel: 648 104500Angus Irish beef, fresh fishPaella, homemade desserts etc.

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Los CanosCortijo Los Canos, GuadiaroTel: 956 796226Mediterranean CuisineTerrace, relaxed ambiance

Meson eL PicaderoPaseo Maritimo La Atunara, La LineaTel: 646 515295Grilled Meats, Tapas, Fish DishesBreakfasts, Menu of the Day etc...

midas Restaurant & ZaldiaPuerto Sotogrande - Tel: 956 790121Mediterranean Cuisine, Fish, Shellfish, Grilled Meats & Homemade DessertsZaldia Lunch & Cocktails

Molino del CondeCtra. Algeciras - Jimena Km. 82,5Castellar Tel. 956 236063Typical Andalusian DishesTípicos Platos Andaluza

Real Club Maritimo Avda. de la Marina, SotograndeTel: 644 351335Restaurant, Cafe & Lounge BarThemed evenings and more

salsa bar & GrillSotovila, P.N. GuadiaroTel: 956 695368Meat, Fish, & Veggie dishesWine bar, BBQ, Grill

trasmallo de AgustinoAdva. del Mar, TorreguadiaroTel: 956 610 259Best quality fish & shellfishLa mejor pescado y mariscos

venta JarandillaAcceso Castillo de CastellarTel: 956 647030Specialities: Mountain Rabbit, Venison & Wild Boar

Ziryab mesonCalle La Carrasca, Los BarriosTel: 956 620870Mediterranean CuisineCocina Mediterranea

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The moment you enter the Ivory Restaurant and Bar you know this will be a welcoming experience. A feature of the Ivory is the open kitchen so you can see and talk to the chefs as they prepare your Authentic Indian dishes.

The Ivory, established in 2007, has built a reputation for providing delicious Authentic Indian dishes with a friendly smile.

Owners Chris and Laura say a big thank you to all their patrons, especially our numerous regular Diners and Takeaways, who have supported the Ivory from the start.

What’s new this year?To compliment our takeaway service we now offer a Delivery Service from Sotogrande Area to Alcaidesa which has proved very popular.A non-curry dish of Fish and Chips (North Atlantic sustainable Cod), with Peas & Tarter sauce. Professionally prepared and licensed Ice Cream, to our specification, to compliment our Authentic Indian Dishes. A big hit!An Air-Conditioning upgrade to cool those hot summer days.

Our extensive menu has dishes from many regions of India like a Punjabi from the north and the adventurist can go for the Vindaloo from the south. If you are new to Indian food the Ivory will prepare your dish at any strength from mild, medium, hot or very hot. Vegetarians are catered for by an extensive menu and young children have their own menu which includes non-curry dishes.If you’re undecided then try our delicious Thali Dish which is a selection of main courses beautifully presented on a silver platter, served with rice, chapati and raita.

An extensive wine selection and bar includes Indian Beers.

To enjoy an Ivory meal in your own home then order your Indian Takeaway from the Ivory by phone or order at the bar and have a drink while you wait! We also cater for private functions.

The Ivory is a wheelchair friendly restaurant.The Ivory is open every evening from 7pm to 12am. Tel: 956 695 611.

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“La Bota” tiene la peculiaridad de contar con una cocina de lo más tradicional, basada en un horno a la leña que permite degustar las carnes en su sabor más auténtico. Contamos con un salón muy amplio para ofrecerles un lugar acogedor y familiar donde disfrutar de platos como nuestro delicioso pollo, el conejo o las costillas de cerdo, el solomillo, la carrillada, el cordero, el cochinillo o unas increíbles butifarras, todo ello sin duda, cocinado a fuego lento.

Podrán disfrutar de nuestra cocina de jueves a domingo de 12:00 a 15:30 y de 8:00 a 12:00, aunque les aconsejamos que nos lo encarguen con algunas horas de antelación ya que por la peculiaridad de nuestra cocina a la leña, las carnes requieren de su tiempo para ser cocinadas.

Además, si lo prefieren, podrán disfrutar de nuestros platos para llevárselos a casa, realizando el encargo a través del número 956 10 26 59, y recogerlos a la hora que deseen.

Meson Asador La Bota has returned to traditional methods to prepare traditional cuisine, roasting all their meat over a log fire to give it a real authentic flavour.

There is a spacious yet cosy dining room, with a rustic design, where you can enjoy dishes like the delicious chicken, or rabbit, pork ribs, beef fillets, pork cheeks, rack and shoulder of lamb, suckling pig, or some of the incredible butifarras (Catalan sausage), all cooked slowly over a wood fire.

La Bota is currently open Thursday to Sunday from 12pm to 3pm and then 8pm to 12am, it is recommended that you pre-order as all the meat is freshly roasted and obviously takes time to cook, especially the suckling pig.You can also enjoy everything on the menu in the comfort of your own home, by pre-ordering and collecting your order at the time you require it.

So order your succulent chicken now and taste the real wood smoked flavours.

Meson Asador La bota

Manuel de falla 24, La Linea tel: 956 102659

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Las Camelias

Restaurante Las Camelias, located on the entrance to Puerto de Sotogrande in Torreguadiaro maintains their tradition of serving quality food in comfortable surroundings. The kitchen specializes in fresh fish and meats including paellas, fish baked in salt, local fish and shellfish, Irish Angus beef as well as venison, oxtail and suckling pig.

The restaurant is ideal for large parties as it has 2 private dining rooms for 20 and 30 people as well as a main dining area that can seat 80 people comfortably. The extensive terrace has views of the sea and the local Sotogrande port. There is also a games room with a full size snooker table and ample parking facilities.

Restaurante Las Camelias also allows you to design your own menu for those special occasions and quotations are given on request.

For further details and reservations call 648 104500 or email restaurantelascamelias@telefonica.net

Restaurante Las Camelias, situado en la entrada al Puerto Deportivo de Sotogrande, mantiene su tradición de servir comidas de calidad en un ambiente de confort. La cocina se especializa en paellas, pescados a la sal, así como pescados y mariscos de la zona, terneras Irlandesas “Angus” y también rabo de toro, carne de venado y cochinillo.

El restaurante es ideal para grupos grandes, ya que dispone de un comedor principal para 80 personas y dos salones privadas para 20 y 30 personas. Su amplia terraza tiene vistas al mar y puerto de Sotogrande. También dispone de un salón de juegos con una mesa de snooker y hay un parking amplio.

Restaurante las Camelias les ofrece la posibilidad de crear sus propios menús para estas ocasiones tan especiales dando presupuestos sin compromiso

Para mas información y reservas llamen al 648 104500 ó email restaurantelascamelias@telefonica.net

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Jabalí – Wild Boar Jabugo – Andalusian hamJalapeno – Very hot chilli

Jamon (cocido/de york) Boiled HamJamon Iberico de Bellota – Cured ham (from

pigs fed on acorns – the best)Jamon Serano – Cured ham

Jarabe – SyrupJarra – Jug

Jengibre – Ginger Jerez – Sherry

Jerez amontillado – Dark sherryJerez fino – Pale, dry sherryJerez oloroso – Sweet sherry

Jibia – CuttlefishJijona – Type of nougat

Judia escarlata – Runner beanJudia blanca – Haricot bean

Judia del barco – Butter beansJudia pintas – Kidney beans Judia verde – Green beans

Jugoso – Juicy Jurel – Mackerel

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Laminas – SlicesLangosta – Lobster

Langostino – CrayfishLaurel – Bay LeafLechal – Milk fedLechazo – Lamb

Leche – MilkLeche Batido – Milkshake

Leches infantiles – Baby milkLechona – Young sowLechón – Suckling pig

Lechuga – LettuceLegumbres – Vegetables

Legumbres secas – Pulses, legumesLengua – ToungeLenguado – SoleLentejas – LentilsLevadura – YeastLicor – LiqueurLiebre – HareLima – Lime

Limón – LemonLimonada – Lemonade

Lisa – Grey Mullet

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Lomo – Pork (loin)Loncha fina – Thin slice

Lubina – Sea bassLucio – Pike

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Macarrones – Macaroni pastaMacedonia de Frutas – Fruti cocktail

Macis – MaceMagdalenas – Fairy cakes

Magro – LeanMahonesa – Mayonnaise

Maiz – SweetcornManchego – Strong matured cheese

Mandarina – TangerineManteca / Margarina – Margarine

Mantequilla – ButterManzana – Apple

Mariscos – Seafood / ShellfishMazapan – Marzipan

Media botella – Half bottleMedia Racion – Half portion

Mediana – MediumMejillones – MusselsMejorana – Marjoram

Melocoton – PeachMelon – Melon

Melva – MackerelMembrillo – Quince Jelly

Menta – MintMerengue – Meringue

Merluza – HakeMermelada – Jam/Marmalade

Mero – HalibutMiel – Honey

Migas – BreadcrumbsMilhojas – Cream slice cake

Mixta – MixedMojama – Salt-cured dried tuna

Mollete – Soft bread rollMontadito – Bread roll with filling

Montilla- Type of SherryMoras – Blackberries

Morcilla – Black/White puddingMorcon – Black pudding with rice

Morena – Moray eelMoscatel – Sweet Malaga grape

Mostaza – MustardMosto – Grape juice

Muslo de Pollo – Chicken legMuy Seco – Very dry

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Naranjada – OrangeadeNata – Cream

Natilla – CustardNatural – Plain

Navajas – Razor clamsNéora – Spiny Crab

Nido – NestNueces variadas – Assorted nuts

Nuez moscada – Nutmeg

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Oloroso – Sweet SherryOporto – Port

Ortigas – NettlesOrujo – Eau de vie (similar)

Ostra – Oyster

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Paella – Special rice dishPajita – Straw

Paleta – Cook pork shoulderPalillos – ToothpicksPalmito – Palm heart

Paloma – Squab, pigeon, dovePalomitas – Popcorn

Pan – BreadPan de Bizcocho – Sponge cake

Pan dulce – Sweet breadPan rallado – Breadcrumbs

Pan tostado – ToastPanceta – Streaky bacon (belly pork)

Papas – PotatoesPapilla – Baby cereal

Parilla – GrillParillada – Mixed grill

Pasas – RaisinsPasa de esmiena – Sultana

Pasteles – CakesPata – Roast PorkPatatas – Potatoes

Patatas al horno – Baked potatoesPato – Duck

Pavo – TurkeyPechuga – Breast (chicken)

Pelado – PeeledPepinillos – GerkinsPepino – Cucumber

Pepita – SeedPera – Pear

Perca – PerchPerdiz – PartridgePerejil – Parsley

Pescaditos fritos – Fried whitebaitPescado – Fish (cooked)Petisus – Chocolate Eclair

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Pez – Fish Pez espada – Swordfish

Picante – Hot (spicy)Picota – Cherry

Pierna – LegPil Pil – Garlic spicy sauce

Pimenton – PepperPiña – Pineapple

Pinchitos – Shish Kebab skeweredPiñon – Pine nutPinzas – Pincers

Pipa – Sunflower seedPisto – Vegetable stew

Planta – Hot platePlátano – Banana

Plato del día – Plate of the dayPlatos Combinados – Set meal

Poco hecho – RarePollo – Chicken

Polvorones – Christmas cakesPorción – Portion / Slice

Postre – DessertPotaje – Stew / Hotpot

Primavera – SpringPuchero – Stew / Casserole

Puerro – LeekPulpo – Octopus

Puntillitas – Baby squidPuré – Puree

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Quemado – BurntQueso – Cheese

Queso fundido – melted Ahumado – smoked

Blanco – White Cremoso – Full Fat

Cabra / Oveja – Goat / Sheep Rallado – Grated

Requesón – CottageQuico – Toasted salted cornQuisquillas – Small shrimps

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Rabadilla de buey – Rump steakRábano – Radish

Rallado – Grated / ShreddedRana – Frog

Rape – Angler fish / MonkfishRebozada – Breadcrumbs / deep fried

Recomendamos – we recommendRedondo – round

Refresco – Soft drinkRegular – Normal / mediumRelleno – Stuffing / Filling

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Remojo – SoakRemojón – Orange Salad

Remolacha – BeetrootReserva – Aged wineRevuelto – Scrambled

Riñones - KidneysRiojana – Sweet pepper sauce

Róbalo – Sea BassRodaballo – Turbot

Rodaja – SliceRollo de Primavera – Spring roll

Romana – Breaded & friedRomero – Rosemary

Romesco – Sweet / hot peppersRon – Rum

Rosada – Cat fish / wolf fishRosado – Rosé

Roscas – Large ring shaped rollRoscos – Doughnuts

Rosquilla – Doughnut / biscuitRuibarbo – Rhubarb

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Saboroso – Tasty / savourySacacorchos – Corkscrew

Sal – SaltSalado – Salty

Salchichas – SausagesSalchichón – Salami / cured sausage

Salmón – SalmonSalmonete – Red Mullet

Salmorejo – Tapa of Peppers, onions, tomatoes etc

Salmuera – BrineSalón de Té – Tearoom

Salpicado – Peppered with / sprinkled withSalipicón de Mariscos – Seafood cocktail

Salsa – Sauceen salsa – Braised in saucea la marinera – a fish sauce

a la riojana – Veg, meat & wine stocksalsa boloñesa – bolognaise

Salteado – SautéedSalvado – BranSalvia – Sage

Sandía – WatermelonSándwich mixto – Ham & Cheese Toasty

Sangre – BloodSangría – Fruit Punch

Sarda – MackerelSardina – Sardines

Sardina pequeña – SpratsSargo – Bream

Sebo – SuetSeco – Dry / driedSemillas – Seeds

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Sémola – SemolinaSepia – Cuttlefish

Serrano – Mountain styleServicio – Service

Servilleta – ServietteSesos – Brains

Seta – Wild MushroomSevillana – cooked with olives

Sidra – CiderSin sal – without salt

Sobrasada – Chorizo lardSoja – Soya

Solomillo – best cut of meatSopa – Soup

Sorbete – SorbetSuave – Soft / Mild

Suela – SoleSuplemento sobre – Extra

Surtido – Mixture

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Tabla – Plate of assorted cold meatsTajada – Sliver

Tallarines – Tagliatelle / noodlesTamarindo – Tamarind

Tapas – A variety of small snacksTarta – Cake

Tartaletas – flan based snacksTaza – CupTé – Tea

Tenedor – ForkTernera – Veal

Tibia de angulas – Baby eelsTiburón – SharkTierno – Tender

Tinto – Red (wine)Tinto de Verano – Summer Wine (Spritzer)

Tocino – Salt pork / baconTocino de cielo – Caramel custard flan

Tomate – Tomato Tomillo – Thyme

Tónica – Tonic waterTorcaz – Wood pigeon

Torta – Cake / flat breadTortilla – Omelette

Tostada – ToastTostado – Toasted / Roasted

Trigo – WheatTripa – Tripe

Troceados – Chunks / PiecesTrozo – A piece / slice

Trucha – TroutTrufas – Truffles

Tubo – Glass of beerTurrón – Sweet variety of candy bars

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Urta – Fish similar to red breamUva pasa – raisin

Uvas – grapes

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Vaca – Cow / beefVainilla – VanillaVapor – Steam

Variados – MixedVasca – Basque sauce

Vaso – GlassVegetariano/a – Vegetarian

Venado – VenisionVeneras – Scallops

Ventresca – loin / belly (fish)Verano – Summer

Verduras – VegetablesVermut – VermouthVinagre – Vinegar

Vino – WineVino añejo – Vintage wineVino blanco – White wine

Vino de aguja – Slightly sparkling wineVino de la casa – House wineVino de mesa – Table wine

Vino espumoso – Sparkling wineVino de postre – Dessert wine

Vino rosado – Rosé wineVino seco – Dry wineVino tinto – Red wine

Vodka – Vodka

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Whisky americano – BourbonWhisky escocés – Scotch

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Yema – Egg yolkYogur – Yoghurt

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Zanahoria – CarrotZarzamora – Blackberry

Zumo – Juice

If you missed out on previous letters email us at directmagazine@yahoo.es

or go online to www.solxplor.com and find more reviews on some of these tapas bars

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bar PicapiedraTapas, Sabores Latinos y Copas

Nuevos propietarios Iván y Ángela te dan la bienvenida al delicioso mundo de Picapiedra donde podrá degustar los sabores españoles y latinas, te ofrecen una gran variedad de tapas caseras hechas diariamente como carne en salsa, atún encebollado, papas bravas, empanadas, atún o ternera a la plancha, chorizo criollo, brochetas, gambas en hojaldre, ensaladilla rusa, ensalada de pulpo, etc.… y montaditos, todo elaborado con productos de calidad.

Los fines de semanas ven a degustar nuestra comida típica latina y también disfrutar las noches bohemias, todo en un local acogedor con ambiente familiar. Te sentirás como si tuviera en la cueva del propio Pedro Picapiedra.

Les esperamos en Calle Aurora 43, La Líneadesde las 9 de la mañana al cierrede martes a domingotel: 956 171807 o 699 863067

¡ven a visitarnos!

Tapas, Latin Flavours & Drinks

Ivan and Angela the new proprietors, welcome you to the delicious world of Bar Picapiedra (Flintstones) where you can enjoy Spanish and Latin flavours. They offer you a wide variety of freshly made homemade tapas such as; meat in sauce, tuna in tomato sauce, brava chips, pasties, grilled tuna or beef , spicy sausages, chicken brochettes, deep fried prawns, russian and octopus salad etc… and montaditos (pork rolls), all made with the best quality ingredients.

At the weekends try the typical Latin cuisine and enjoy the Bohemian nights, all within a comfortable and friendly ambiance. You will feel as if you are in Fred Flintstones own cave.

You can find them on Calle Aurora 43 in La Línea, from 9am until midnight, Tuesday to Sunday.So pop by and see for yourself!

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Asian MarketJosie has been supplying the residents and restaurants of Sotogrande and the surrounding area for over 5 years now. From her new shop in Guadiaro she specialises in Indonesian, Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Philippine and Indian products.

The shop, found opposite the recinto ferial, stocks a fantastic range of noodles, rice’s, sauces, dips, pastes and oils together with a great range of spices, very difficult to come by in this part of the world. The frozen food section includes fish, vegetables and everyone’s favourite, dim sum.

Sushi has become very popular in recent years both for its unique flavours and healthy reputation. The Asian Market stocks a selection of Sushi ingredients including rice, seaweed sheets and wasabi, also teriyaki and various Japanese sauces and pastes.

Why not look on the internet for recipes, check out what you need to make your favourite oriental dishes and then bring along a list so that Josie can prepare the ingredients for you. Maybe you would like to give your BBQ an oriental twist by using various oils, spices and pastes to create marinades and salad dressings, along with a range of useful cooking utensils and bamboo steamers, all available at the Asian Market.

So whether it is wholesale or retail, if you are making California rolls or crispy duck, if you need rice noodles or prawn crackers then Josie will endeavour to help or suggest an alternative.

Avenida Ciro Gil, sotovila, Guadiaro(opposite the Recinto ferial)

Cool urban Lounge

& CocktailsPor fin el local que estábamos esperando, un lugar donde poder disfrutar de la mejor música de todos los tiempos, en un ambiente relajado especialmente diseñado para los que ya no somos tan jóvenes, pero aun tenemos ganas de divertirnos.

Disponemos de terraza, zona wi-fi, eventos cada noche, Cocteles, …

Celebra tu cumpleaños con nosotros o cualquier fiesta privada.

At last, the place we have all been waiting for! A place where you can enjoy the best music, from every decade, with a relaxed, friendly and informal atmosphere. Cool Bar is specially designed for those of us who don’t necessarily want the chaos of some teenage bars, but we still want to have fun.

We have a terrace, Wi-Fi zone, events every night, cocktails…

Come and celebrate your birthday with us, or any other kind of private party.

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theatresLa Velada - Paseo de la Velada, La Línea, Tel: 956 172708

Juan Luís Galiardo, Alameda Alfonso XI, San Roque Tel: 956 781074

Aula Municipal de Teatro, Teniente Miranda Algeciras, Tel: 956 630036

Cine - Teatro Municipal, Plaza de Andalucia s/n, Castellar de la Frontera -Tel: 956 693001

Los barrios MunicipalCalle Calvario 14, Los BarriosTel: 956 621169

La LíneaMuseo taurino Pepe Cabrera Calle Mateo Inurria 2, La Línea - Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 10am to 2pm. Closed: afternoons, Saturdays, Sundays & festivities, Except arranged visits. Prices: 3 € - Reduced: 2 € (groups, minimum 20 people); 1,50 € - (OAPs) Free: Children up to 12yrs

Museum del istmoPlaza de la Constitución s/n, La LíneaTel: 956 690 657 / 658 334 350Opening hours:Tuesday to Saturday: 10am to 2pm & 5pm to 9pmSundays & festivities: 11am to 2pmAfternoons & Mondays closed

Galerias Manolo AlesMuseo Cruz HerreraPlaza de Fariñas, Calle Doctor Villar /Esq. C/ Carboneros, La LineaTel: 956 76 25 76Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm & 5pm to 8pm. Price: Free Entry

san RoqueMunicipal de Cultura Luís ortega bruFMC “Luis Ortega Brú”Palacio de los Gobernadores, Plaza de la Iglesia, San Roque Tel: 956 781587Opening hours: Mon to Fri -10am to 2pm

Museo taurinoAlameda Alfonso XI, Tel: 956 781587 San Roque CentreOpening Hours: Tues to Fri - 11am to 1pm & 6pm to 8pm - Saturdays 11am to 1pm

AlgecirasMuseo Municipal de AlgecirasHistórico-Arqueológica C/ Ortega y Gasset, s/n 11207 AlgecirasTel: 956-570672 Monday to Friday: 9am to 2pm & 5pm to 7pm Museo Arte sacro C/ Cayetano del Toro, s/n 11207 AlgecirasMuseums

tarifaGuzman the Good Museum (Museo Guzmán el Bueno), located inside the castle. Municipal Museum (Museo Municipal), in the library (biblioteca).

Algeciras Roman acqueduct, in El Cobre area.

Los barriosRemains of a Roman bridge, near the railway station, also along the old service road you will find the famous bullfighters hat caused by erosion.In the surrounding areas of Los Barrios you can find cave paintings, tombs, fossils etc...

san Roque Roman site of Carteia, Guadarranque

tarifa Roman Ruins of Baelo Claudia

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Places of interest

Roman Ruins

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This area is found at the beginning of the western slope of the strait, in the municipality of Tarifa. It features a wide and interesting sandy depression along its whole extension with a variable width between 100 and 300m., a length that exceeds 3km., and a tidal range between a few centimetres to over 1.5m. Water is provided by tides and the Jara and Vega rivers and maintain with saline and oligosaline features respectively, the continuous presence of water, although its extension, depth and salinity are very variable depending on the season, which favours the co-existence on the internal margin of a mixed layer of vegetation with fresh water and salt water species.

The location of this Nature Area offers excellent conditions for the observation of all kinds of migrants, and the best environment for a great number of shorebirds and gulls, especially Audouin’s Gull.

Situado en el punto de la vertiente occidental del Estrecho, en el termino municipal de Tarifa, este Paraje Natural presenta a lo largo de toda su extensión una amplia e interesante depresión inundable de fondo arenoso con un ancho variable entre 100 y 300m., una longitud superior a los 3km., y un nivel de agua variable, desde unos pocos centímetros hasta más de 1.5m., de profundidad.

Los aportes hídricos mareal y fluvial (este último proveniente de las desembocaduras de los ríos Jara y Vega) mantienen, con un carácter salino y oligosalino respectivamente, una presencia hídrica continua, aunque de extensión, nivel y salinidad muy variables que dependen de la intensidad estacional de estos aportes hídricos, lo que propicia la coexistencia en su margen interior de un tapiz vegetal mixto con especies de aguas dulces y salinas.

Este emplazamiento ofrece excelentes condiciones para la observación de la migración de todo tipo de aves y un inmejorable ecosistema para la presencia de gran numero de limícolas y gaviotas, entre las que destaca la Gaviota de Audoiun.

the Grebes

Continuing direct magazine’s guide to the birds of the Campo de Gibraltar from the book Guia de Aves del Estrecho de Gibraltar

Books available from Videola Newsagents and Refelxion Book Shop

Great Crested Grebe / Somormujo Lavanco / Podiceps Cristatus

Scarce resident in swamps, very localised as a breeding species with 4-7 pairs, and more extensive while wintering. ID: The largest of the group. In flight its rapid beating of wings is characteristic together with the contrast of white/dark colouring

Little Grebe / Zampulín Común / Tachybaptus Ruficollis

Common resident of lagoons. ID: smallest of the grebes, with dumpy body and dark coloured. In flight lacks white on wings. It has a characteristic rattling and high pitched trill that betrays its presence

Black-Necked Grebe / Zampullín Cuellinegro / Podiceps nigricollis

Rare winter visitor found on the coasts of the Bay of Algeciras between November and February. Breeding ceased from the middle of the last century when La Janda dried out; at that time it was the most abundant of the group. ID: Tiny bill, uptilted to a sharp point. In winter black on face reaches below its red eye, contrasting somewhat with the white round ear coverts and on neck.

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There are many ways to enjoy the area we live in and Yachting Sotogrande can offer you a wide variety of options.

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Hipica el Mastral! tarifa Horse Riding

& stables!Are you passionate about horses and riding? Have you ever imagined what it’s like to ride through the magnificent wilderness of the famous Spanish Andalucian national parks? Do you love the idea of the freedom of riding along the beauty and openness of Europe’s most southern coastlines yet feel daunted by overcrowded beaches and seaside resorts?

Then EL MASTRAL in Tarifa is your ideal riding location. With us you can experience all the beauties and contrasts of this magical region from the saddle safe in the knowledge that our carefully selected rides have been chosen for their tranquility, beauty and closeness to nature. And out of the saddle you can relax in traditional style in a Spanish Finca set in an idyllic quiet hamlet inside the region’s natural park, just a stone’s throw from our famous beaches and with your horses stabled close by in the Finca’s own hipica.

Our rides take you from wild, open beaches, through ancient cork forests and out into the rolling grassy valleys and plains of the protected Andalucian national park.

EL MASTRAL welcomes you to a very special Andalucian riding experience.

Call for more information on 0034 619 861 150

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Castles in Campo de GibraltarCastillo de Castellar de la Frontera

Castillo de Jimena de la Frontera

Zoo bontanico Jerez C/ Taxdirt s/n, Tel: 956 153 293, Jerez de la Frontera, also have Conservation and Breeding projects to protect endangered species, as well as many other animals to see

Zoos - Parks - activities

Lobo park - wolf parkCtra. Antequera - Álora (A343) Km. 16Tel: 952 031107- Antequera, MalagaOpen daily from 10am to 6pmEnjoy the guided tours and the petting zoo

dolphin & whale boat tripsYou can take trips out in the bay from Gibraltar & Tarifa, inquire in local tourist offices

Castillo de Guzman el Bueno – Tarifa

bowling & CinemaPalmones Cinecite, Los BarriosKings Bastion Leisure Centre, Gibraltar

Rutas de CaballoEach town has different companies, you can trek in land or on the beach, inquire in local tourist offices

Cortijo Rural Las avesCamino Fabrica de Pipas, Estación de Jimena, Tel: 956 640210

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Monday - TaraguillaTuesday - Algeciras El Saladillo Tarifa, Huerta del ReyWednesday - La Linea, Ciudad DeportivoThursday - Estación de San Roque Puente Mayorga TorrguadiaroFriday - Castellar, New Town Jimena, Recinto Ferial Guadiaro

Saturday - Los Barrios, Recinto FerialSunday - Palmones, Recinto Ferial San Roque San Enrique de Guadiaro Rastro SotograndeSat & Sun - Castellar Castle, Rastro Jarandilla

Most towns have a daily market or an indoor market

street Markets - Mercadillos

Cablecars - telefericosYou can catch a cablecar in Gibraltar to the top of the rock and also in Benalmádena to the peak of Calamorro. inquire in local tourist offices

selwo Adventure safari ParkKm. 162,5, Las Lomas del Monte Estepona. Animal adventure, amusement, animation and activities, see tigers, elephants, bears, there are more than 2000 animals to see living in semi liberty.

selwo MarinaParque de las Palomas, BenalmedenaThe first Dolphinarium in Andalucia, an ice living station where you can see sea lions and penguins, as well as the amazing dolphin and sea lion shows

sea Life benalmadenaPuerto Deportivo de Benalmádena, MalagaTel: 952 560150Discover the mysteries of the underwater world. They have now been joined by two amazing sea turtles.

Crocodile ParkCalle Cuba, Torremolinos. Open daily all year.Discover amazing facts about these creatures, education and research videos, crocodile nursery, even get to hold a crocodile

Rock toursDiscover Gibraltar and get to know the history, culture, flora, fauna, like the famous apes, also see St. Michaels Cave, the great siege tunnels, the moorish castle, views from the upper rock over the bay and more

Parque acuatico mijasA family waterpark with whirling rides, and waterslides, wave pool, aqualandia for the littles ones and a receational / picnic area

Enjoy a Relaxing Evening on the

El Alcázar Hotel Terrace

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Without any doubt, the opening of “El Alcázar” Hotel in the old town of Castellar de la Frontera has been a big success. The idea of using the old Royal Palace of the XIII century castle and converting it into a three stars hotel has been a good decision. All visitors and guests agree that this hotel has got a special charm and they all confess that they can feel the history of this old village and the castle when they are within its walls.

Apart from the historic and architectural value, this hotel has another attraction that makes it worth a visit. The castle is located on top of a hill and from the terraces and balconies of the hotel, one can admire fantastic views. The reservoirs, the mountains around the area, other small white villages nearby, even the sea, including the bay of Algeciras, make up a wonderful landscape of incredible beauty.

Can you imagine sitting on a terrace of a medieval castle and enjoying the panorama described above? Can you imagine watching a fantastic summer sunset with good company, having a drink and, listening to good music? Don’t you agree that it is relaxing to enjoy a chat with friends in a very quiet atmosphere while listening to gentle jazz or blues melodies? The hotel directors agreed that this was possible and so they have fitted out one of the terraces of the Alcázar Hotel for this purpose. This new area now opened to the public is a place where a combination of history, architecture and nature is mixed for the delight of visitors. Apart from this, we have to add a relaxing atmosphere, just the opposite to the noisy and busy world we are used to.

I was invited to the opening of this terrace and I can say that I enjoyed it very much. We arrived some minutes before the sunset and watching this natural phenomenon whilst having a drink and listening to good music was a pleasant and unforgettable experience.

By Andrés Herrera MoyaTeacher at Puebo Nuevo Language School

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