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Welcome to the autumn issue of Key to Mijas Costa. I cannot believe that we are still basking in such warm weather as I write this! We are delighted to have Le Papillon grace our front cover. We have spent many an hour enjoying ourselves at this delightful beach side venue in Marbesa. We welcome The London & Co and The Cave in Jardin Botanico La Cala. Fantastic new top of the range separate his and hers salons. It was lovely to see little lads accompanying their fathers when having a haircut and of course dad able to have a pampering session as the same time in the Cave while mum and the girls can be looked after like royalty upstairs too. See page 3 for details. On Page 29 you will find all sorts of advice from Computer Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the advertisements and features contained within this magazine are accurate, Your Key to Mijas Costa can take no responsibility for any possible misrepresentation. No part of this publication, including text, illustrations or photographs may be reproduced without prior written permission from your Key to Mijas Costa. All artwork is the subject of copyright and is the property of your Key to Mijas Costa. Editorial is placed at Key to Mijas Costa’s discretion due to space restrictions.

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City about computer storage to help you choose which is best for you. Our Restaurant Guide starts on page 35 in this issue and once again many diverse tried and tested restaurants for you to choose from. Don’t forget that Halloween is coming soon so see Facebook for details of venues getting into the spirit of the occasion. Key to Mijas Costa would also recommend that you start thinking about booking for Christmas and New Year as some venues are already full. Last but not least, if you want to make sure you are registered to vote in the May 2019 local elections, then you must check at the local Town Hall before the end of November. Please see page 62 for further information. See you again in the next issue.

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KEY BEAUTY Diamond Tip Microdermabrasion Microdermabrasion is a very effective skin treatment that creates a fresh, glowing and rejuvenated look. What can you expect? • Promotes a healthy and more youthful complexion • Reduces the appearance of wrinkles • Rejuvenates the skin for a glowing complexion • Decreases or eliminates mild to moderate acne scarring • Helps decrease hyper-pigmentation or brown spots • Eliminates sun damage and dry skin How does it work? Microdermabrasion is non-invasive and the procedure only removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells to reveal the fresher, younger cell beneath. Regardless of your skin’s condition, the fine lines and age spots may be erased and acne scars and stretch marks will become less obvious. It is like a superficial skin polishing.... a safe and pain free method of rejuvenating the skin. It is also gentle enough to suit almost any skin type. A common skin complaint for which microdermabrasion is most effective is acne scarring. Acne scars form in the dermis which lies directly below the surface layer, the epidermis. This area cushions the skin and, in acne sufferers, becomes inflamed as the body works overtime to repair the wound created from bursting or removing blackheads, pimples and scaly skin. When the body works so hard to heal itself, an excess build up of collagen can occur. This collagen can stay in place creating a pit in the skin which can be removed or decreased thanks to microdermabrasion technology. Our diamond tip microdermabrasion treatments are performed with state of the art equipment by a fully qualified therapist and include the following... • Full facial cleansing • Full skin analysis • Complete microdermabrasion treatment • Full facial massage • Vitamin supplement • Soothing and hydrating masque The cost of a 75-minute treatment is 50.00€ or 140.00€ for 3 sessions. Also available in our beauty rooms are facials from Guinot

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and Mary Cohr, waxing, massage, pedicures, manicures and a full list of nail treatments including acrylic and Shellac/ Halo non-chip finishes, not forgetting our Lash department for all types of lash extensions, LVL and brow enhancing techniques including micro pigmentation for that semi permanent solution. Our hairdressers are highly qualified in all aspects of modern hairdressing including colouring, cutting and special occasion styles and we offer a variety of hair extension techniques custom tailored for you by Rachel of Fantasia Extensions. For any queries or appointments and our exclusive wedding and special occasion packages please call us on 952 599 098 or check our Facebook page.

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KEY FEATURE Costa Women Release New Book Costa Women have just released a new book about living in Spain. Using the title ‘Spain & Me’, the book is second in a series of free ebooks sharing stories and advice from members of costawomen.com who have followed their dream and moved to Spain. It is has been compiled and edited by Ali Meehan, founder of Costa Women, with chapters written by Costa Women members. Speaking about her reasons for creating the book, Ali said “Possibly the most asked and answered question between foreigners is ‘what is life really like if you live in Spain?’ And because changing countries is no small matter, the answers are often the most amazing and well rehearsed, many worthy of a book, or film alone. Having read over 7,000 of these answers on the Costa Women profiles and met so many in person, I re-

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alise that the time of moving here can be planned or accidental, life defining, traumatic (at times) and definitely unforgettable.” Costa Women have used their experience and knowledge of life in Spain to create this telling and insightful book - a work of ‘living memory’ that tells their story to others. Topics in the 14 chapters cover topics such as starting a business, life of a digital nomad, living off-grid as well as giving birth in Spain and coping with death of a family member. You can meet all the Authors at costawomen.com – a free website for Women living in, or thinking about moving to Spain. The two books are available as a free download at http:// www.costawomen.com/pages/spainandme

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KEY HEALTH Your Smile Makeover in Calahonda! Research shows that quite a lot of people lack confidence when smiling or even having a photo taken, and that they are concerned about the impact of their smiles on first impressions, such as at job interviews, business meetings or when meeting a romantic candidate. A smile makeover is a dental treatment that can improve the condition, shape, slant or colour of a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teeth, the replacement of missing teeth that deform the facial smile, or helps patients improve the condition of their skin.

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The smile makeover can be achieved with: -Tooth whitening -Veneers, crowns and bridges -Gums sculpting -Tooth reshaping -Braces If you want to know the best way to improve your smile, just call us to book your consultation. Sometimes little things can make a big difference! Check our Smile Gallery at www.dentistINspain.com.

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KEY HEALTH A Great Way to Protect Bones and Circulation What K2 can do for you? Despite our best intentions, even a balanced diet doesn’t always give us everything we need. There are some nutrients we just don’t get enough of, especially vitamin K2, which is uncommon in western diets. Vitamin K2 supplements are growing in demand mainly because of the nutrient’s incredibly protective benefits for bone health and circulation. The main dietary K2 source is natto, a traditional Japanese dish of fermented soy beans rarely eaten outside of Japan (and even in Japan, is considered an acquired taste). Low vitamin K levels can also result from poor diet, alcoholism, malabsorption disorders, ageing, and certain medicines. Interestingly, statin medications (a common prescription for cholesterol control) have been shown in studies to deplete K2 levels in the body. Why is K2 good for circulation and the heart? Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the biggest cause of death in the world with heart attacks and strokes representing 29% of all global deaths. Interestingly, vitamin K has been shown in studies to assist in the maintenance of heart health if taken daily. Vitamin K2 acts as a co-factor for activation of Matrix Gla Protein (MGP) which is located in the cartilage and smooth muscle cells of the vascular system. When activated, MGP can inhibit soft tissue calcification which could otherwise build up leading to elevated cardiovascular disease risk. In a 2004 study with 4807 people, those with adequate vitamin K intakes experienced reduction in: • CVD and death from CVD • Severe calcification of the blood vessels • All cause mortality The lead researcher discussed that this effect may be due to reduction in arterial calcification, and suggests that elevated intakes of vitamin K2 may contribute to heart disease prevention. Why is K2 good for bones? The skeleton is fully replaced approximately every seven years, thanks to specialist bone cells. Older bone is broken down by osteoclast cells while new bone is built via osteoblast cells. When osteoclast activity is in excess, it contributes to bones becoming porous and fragile, leading to osteoporosis (and in turn, increased risk of fractures). Osteoporosis affects 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men with the likelihood of it occurring increasing after 30 years of age (as bone mass naturally decreases around this point). This bone mass loss is accelerated for post-menopausal women, due to oestrogen having a ‘calcium sparing’ effect. Having adequate vitamin K2 can assist however, via the activation of the protein osteocalcin. K2 activates osteocalcin, enabling calcium to be incorporated into the bone matrix, building new bone and contributing to bone density. Osteoclast cells activity is also inhibited, further slowing bone breakdown.

By Pharma Nord

Which form is best to take? K2 is available in many forms with menaquinone-7 (MK7) being the most popular in supplements, demonstrating more favourable characteristics in trials. MK-7 is biologically active in the body for longer than other forms of vitamin K (including K1 and K2 MK4). The result is stronger circulatory and bone protective benefits as well as being easier to absorb. This organic process produces K2 MK-7 which is free of common allergens, great news for those adverse to soy present in the fermented varieties. As a lipid soluble vitamin, K2 is best absorbed from the gut in the presence of fats, most dependably in an oil capsule format. K2 MK-7 supplements produced via a patented organic process demonstrate 100% biological activity in the body, while more common fermented ‘natto’ products tend to be approximately 50% biologically active. K-Pearls – a real jewel K-Pearls from Pharma Nord each contain 75mcg of Vitamin K2 MK-7 in a small, easy to swallow capsule that is oil-based to boost absorption. Each one is also made to pharmaceutical standards – a great assurance of quality.

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KEY HEALTH 5 Star ***** Facials

By Anne Stark

My philosophy in life is always to do my best. In my work it is important; clients reward this by returning time and time again. They also tell their friends, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how it goes. I have been very lucky to have a very loyal clientele who appreciate my ongoing training and my desire to better myself. My no-nonsense treatments from head to toe have proven to be the most popular as this brings in the most repeat business. My 5 star facials are well received by my clients of all ages, young and old alike. As I always say, the skin is the same but the methods used change with machinery in synergy with professional products making the perfect facial. Every facial is personalised for the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s individual needs. Satisfied clients who leave my salon with a smiling face is the proof of a job well done. I never push my products whilst you are relaxing and receiving your treatment. Utsukusy Medical Japanese Formulation products which are manufactured in Barcelona have been so well received that they are now the product line I use for my facials and also for home use. For senior citizens I do a toe nail tidy if for whatever reason you are not able to cut your toe nails yourself. I am so happy my Finnish Therapeutic Classical Massage is liked by so many. If you have any problems or would just like a massage for general wellbeing, you might like to book a block of 3 treatments to get your 20% discount!

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KEY HEALTH GLC 2000 As promised earlier on in the summer, we started to take the GLC 2000 tablets for our various aches and pains. We found that some relief was experienced, not immediately like when you take prescription or non-prescription pain relief, but after a couple of weeks it was evident and we both agreed that we were in less pain and felt a bit more flexible. Please bear in mind that, if like us, you suffer pain on a daily basis, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a miracle medication but it definitely works.

There are many thousands of people that use this medication on a daily basis and it is definitely worth researching more of what they say online. We believe however that taking GLC 2000 on a regular basis is certainly more preferable than taking NSAIDs or opiate based medication with the consequent side effects. Neither of us has experienced any side effects using GLC 2000 and would definitely recommend that they are worth a try.

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KEY HOLISTIC Peter Hess®-Sound Massage as a Complementary Method for Better Health and Inner Harmony For almost 10 years now as certified Peter Hess®-Sound Relaxation Coach, Christine Heckel successfully integrates our Peter Hess®-Sound Methods in her stress management and stress prevention work with her clients. She includes the deep relaxing sound vibrations of high quality singing bowls and gongs, in group activities or in a 1-2-1 sessions – always with the goal of deep relaxation for the mind and body. According to the WHO, depression and burnout will be 50% of all illnesses by the year 2050. Research for example in Germany shows that already 15% of today’s sick leaves are due to emotional distress - depression and burnout are part of it. The sick leave duration was double the length compared to a Musculo-skeletal disease. This fact causes considerable economic damage. It is not surprising therefore that the strengthening of health - both physically and mentally - in general is becoming increasingly important and leads to a paradigm shift. The focus is shifting more and more to health-sustaining and health promoting factors. The “burnout” is often the result of permanent distress, which in turn can lead to headache, stomach or back pain, tinnitus, hearing loss, dizziness, nervousness, irritability and frustration as well

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as cardiac arrhythmia, chronic sleep disorders or memory problems. A healthy lifestyle, a work-life-balance and fulfilling social relationships are key means to prevent a burnout syndrome. The term “sound methods” refers to sound massage as well as all specific applications of singing bowls and gongs based on it. These include imagery journeys, guided meditation, and socalled “sound baths” and sound exercises for self-application. More and more companies on the Costa del Sol invest in their staff and offer special health support programmes to their employees. Christine’s sound methods with a holistic solution and resource-oriented approach can provide valuable services. She is an official reseller of Peter Hess® high quality singing bowls and teaches people how to use these for health, support and wellbeing. Christine offers in-house training too! The next 2 day-guided programme on Health Support with singing bowls will take place on 24 & 25th November in Fuengirola. Please contact Christine for more information by calling +34 667 43 88 29 or send a message to ch@christine-heckel.com. Christine Heckel is the only representative and trainer of the Peter Hess Academy Spain.

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KEY SPORTS Getting the Job Done

By Steve Billingham

How will England do? Will Kane score the goals? Will the 45 year old and 5 month Egypt keeper get a game and become the World Cups oldest player? All questions asked on the eve of the tournament. England opened their account with Tunisia, a Stones’ header was well clawed away but Harry Kane put in the rebound to give England the lead after 10 minutes. After 32 minutes Walker tugged at a Tunisian shirt and Sassi converted the penalty. A Tunisian fan punched his fist out of hope more than anything else. On 90 minutes Maguire flicked on a corner and Kane headed number 2. A convincing win for England in their second group match, a record England win at the World Cup finals. 3 goals for Harry Kane, 2 from the penalty spot after the 2 hapless centre-backs had bundled him to the ground. John Stones also scored from 2 headers and in between, there was a curler from 22 yards from Jesse Lingard. Panama were poor, non-league standard and were all maul and late in challenge. They scored a consolation goal through Felipe Baloy. 45 year old and 5 month 161 days El Hadary played the final group match in goal for Egypt v Saudi Arabia becoming the World Cups oldest competitor and marvellously tipped Fayad Al Muwallad’s penalty onto the bar. El Hadary, nicknamed the High Dam after the popular Egyptian water-blocking barrier, used to run 7km from his home to training alongside his best friend who would keep him company on a bike. England’s final group match was against Belgium and number 18 Jamerji scored with a curling left foot shot to give Belgium the lead and they held on for the 1-0 win. England faced Columbia in the second round and after 39 minutes Henderson was butted in the free-kick wall. On 54 minutes, Kane was held in the penalty box, not for the first time and after 3 minutes of arguing Kane scored the penalty for his 6th goal of the tournament. The match got more physical, After Pickford’s finger tipped a fierce Columbian drive onto the post, Mina headed in from the corner. After extratime, the match was still 1-1 so it was decided by penalties. Here We Go Again Kane scored but when Henderson’s was tipped around the post by David Ospina I thought ‘Here We Go Again.’ However, Uribe’s penalty hit the crossbar and rebounded and when Pickford saved from Arturo the momentum swung. Rashford

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and Trippier scored and it was left to Eric Dier to score the winning penalty. England scraped through 4-3 on penalties but it really should have been done and dusted in the 90 minutes. In the quarter final, Sweden’s supposedly best player Forsberg went off after 65 minutes, disappointing. A Swedish defender had conceded a corner in the 30th minute when he might have left it and Maguire headed the resulting corner powerfully in to give England the lead. A delicate chip by Lingard to the back post and Dele Alli headed in at the back post like a Brazilian in ’82 to double the lead. Also, a top display of goalkeeping by Jordan Pickford making several fine saves. So to England’s encounter with Croatia. After 5 minutes Modric fouled and Trippier curled in a 20 yard free-kick to give England the lead. A free-kick so sublime it gave me goosebumps and made the hairs on my arms stand on end. Perusic volleyed in an equaliser off a looping cross on 68 minutes. 3 minutes later Perusic hit a left-footed shot against the post and the match went into extra-time. With 10 minutes remaining, Mansukic found space behind Stones (who didn’t offer a challenge) and hit left footed. Croatia 2 England 1.The second goal that England needed to kill it off never arrived. To Sum Up Croatia was an average team but they seemed to game up in the second half and look the hungrier. England, though, should have been 2 up at half-time – Would Croatia have come back from a Kane 7th goal? Too Nice With Croatia ‘We were too nice with Croatia,’ remarked an observer, and didn’t get stuck in. They did on us enough! England were spirited and entertaining and well managed by Gareth Southgate but fell just short. They weren’t worth the ink in the last World Cup but certainly were here. Belgium won the third place match 2-0 with goals by Munier and Hazard. The matches were well attended, the pitches and grounds looked healthy and the matches were played in reasonably good spirit in contrast to the Euros of 2016. ‘Coutinho for me has stood out for me as a quality act’, said Physical Education student George Barrows, ‘also Lokaku of Belgium plus of course the goals of Kane. France’s Mbappe has pace and skill and scored 4 goals but has playacted too unfortunately. The buzz of Trippier’s free-kick in and Delle Ali in at the back post like a Brazilian in ’82 were personal favourite memories of mine.

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KEY FEATURE Techno Top 5 Carly Foxx – Under My Skin Summery vocal techno on the Ibizan Vitalik label John Rundell – Shadows Pounding techno on Intec Digital Various – Interstellar Groove Addictions Volume 1 Compilation of atmospheric melodic techno featuring tracks

By Steve Billingham by Jem, Jacksonville, Dan Curtin and Goiz Historical Repeater – Flash Drive Bleepy electro as championed recently by DJ Magazine Bryan Chapman – Seppuka Hailing from the South Coast in the United Kingdom Seppuka is a mad loop on Monotony

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KEY PETS What is Compassionate Grooming? Quite a few people ask me what compassionate grooming is. In this issue I will explain what compassionate grooming means and why after 26 years in the trade I feel able to push forward and try to spread the word that your dog’s grooming experience is important and can greatly affect their emotional health not just during the grooming but long term, causing emotional and behavioural problems in the family home. For example, just one bad experience having a toenail trim can lead to the dog disliking their paws being touched or held, with aggression in this area. When the toenails are trimmed, every care should be taken to ensure the quick isn’t cut. Many people do not know that apart from the bleeding, the nail will be painful and tender for days, much like if we break our own nails past the skin, we all know just how sore and tender your finger can be afterwards. It’s the same for dogs - times that by 2 or 3 or all the toenails and you will have a dog that will be very fearful next time they come to have their toenails trimmed. With dogs that already suffer with toenail phobia, it can be overcome in only a small % of dogs - in my experience only 30% but believe me, it’s worth trying. Another example is bathing/showering your dog. In my experience, dogs do not like being bathed in cold water and while at the groomers, warm water should always be used, changing the temperature from room temperature to warm, depending on the weather. For dogs suffering with aches and pains due to arthritis or old age, very warm water helps to soothe them much the same as it would us. Here I will try to explain the concept of compassionate grooming: Compassionate grooming is being compassionate to all areas of the grooming experience for the dog. Being compassionate towards anything that may cause discomfort to the dog like pulling at knots or plucking the hair from the ears, cleaning infected ears or dealing with sore skin or dogs that suffer with arthritis and doing your utmost to be gentle and to express your compassion for causing the discomfort. Doing anything you can to reduce any discomfort. Compassionate to the dog’s feelings and how they view what you are doing. Compassionate in how you handle a dog and in trying to bond with the dog through lots of kind words, cuddles and kisses - compassionate with your time in ensuring that the dog has

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moments in between sections of grooming to express themselves, for example allowing a dog to shake during and after a bath or simply giving them a small break. Be compassionate towards their mistakes and forgive them. Compassionate means simply try to understand how the dog feels and why they react in certain ways. So, you ask, where do I find a compassionate groomer? Ask questions. Look for a personal service rather than a company where dogs are coming and going, meaning high stress levels in the work place for both the dogs and the workers. Choose your groomer, rather than dropping your dog off where there are 1, 2 or 3 different groomers or where groomers change from month to month. Ask that your dog be groomed right away and that you would like to pick them up as soon as they are finished. If that is not possible then ask to see the grooming area and where your dog will stay while they wait to be picked up. Support your groomer not only in their advice, but in areas they cannot do due to your dog’s fears, for example do not ask your groomer: “Muzzle”, Hold my dog down,” Just do it anyway” if you know your dog has aggression when having things done. Part of a groomer’s job is to trim, brush and wash your dog’s paws and pads. If we hold your dog down, tie them up, muzzle them, then we break trust and without trust there is no bonding meaning your dog will be under a lot of stress each time they come to the groomers. For some of you this article with my beliefs may seem over the top but I have spent my life working with dogs including many extreme cases where no other groomer has been able to groom their dog and believe me nothing beats working with dogs like this using compassionate grooming. Seeing a dog slowly accept you, trust you, then turn to you and show you love and affection is worth all the hard work and a good groomer is one of the best investments you can make with your dog as we ensure they stay in top condition and health, spotting health problems like ear infections, dietary problems, ingrown toenails, fungal infections, fleas, ticks, lumps, growths and much more...If you would like to talk to me, please email me, call me or send me a message through my Facebook page. For appointments please be aware that I am fully booked at least 1 week in advance, with certain times of years being booked up 2 weeks in advance.

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KEY MOTOR F1 & Moto GP Race Calendar

for the final events of the 2018 Season F1 September 30: RUSSIA, Sochi October 7: JAPAN, Suzuka October 21: USA, Austin October 28: MEXICO, Mexico City Nov 11: BRAZIL, Sao Paulo Nov 25: ABU DHABI, Yas Marina

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Moto GP September 23: SPAIN, Aragon October 7: THAILAND, Chang October 21: JAPAN, Motegi October 28: AUSTRALIA, Phillip Island November 4: MALAYSIA, Sepang November 18: SPAIN, Valencia

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KEY LAW More EU Member States Moving Towards GDPR Implementation

By Victoria Anzola, www.seqqe.com

France’s data protection law was adopted on 20 June and published on 21 June. In Spain, due to a change of government, the new DP Law is still on hold. In the first week of August, the Government approved an urgent regulation appointing Spain’s national DPA as its representative on the European Data Protection Board. It also provides a transitory regime for enforcement proceedings currently underway and data processing agreements currently in force. In Romania, the legislative proposal for implementing the GDPR (Pl-x no. 167/03.04.2018) was adopted on 27 June and entered into force on 31 July 2018. On 17 July, Hungary’s Parliament adopted a national law supplementing the GDPR. It has now been published and will enter into force after one month. What are the European Commission’s sanctions against Member States which move too slowly towards GDPR implementation? The Commission has taken the first step to send warning letters to the relevant governments to alert them of possible future action. Ultimately, the Commission may refer Member States to the Court of Justice of the EU requesting that financial penalties be applied. ICO issues Facebook maximum £500,000 fine under 1998 DP Act On issuing an interim report on its investigation into the use of data analytics in political campaigns, the UK ICO plans to fine Facebook £500,000 for two breaches of the Data Protection Act 1998. Facebook now has a chance to respond to the Commissioner’s Notice of Intent, after which a final decision will be made. The ICO’s investigation concluded that Facebook contravened the law by failing to safeguard people’s information. It also found that the company failed to be transparent about how people’s data was harvested by others and why they might be targeted by a political party or campaign. The ICO says that the government should legislate at the earliest opportunity to introduce a statutory Code of Practice under the Data Protection Act 2018 for the use of personal information in political campaigns. The ICO will work closely with government to determine the scope of the Code. The ICO’s ongoing investigation involves 11 political parties which have received a warning letter, and notices compelling them to agree to audits of their data protection practices. The ICO will also conduct audits of the main credit reference companies and Cambridge University Psychometric Centre. In addition, an enforcement notice has been served on SCL Elections Ltd to compel it to deal properly with a subject access request from Professor David Carroll; and a criminal prosecution for SCL Elections Ltd for failing to properly deal with the ICO’s Enforcement Notice. An Enforcement Notice has been served on Aggregate IQ to stop processing retained data belonging to UK citizens, and a Notice of Intent to take regulatory action against data broker Emma’s Diary (Lifecycle Marketing

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(Mother and Baby) Ltd). The ICO’s investigation, one of the largest of its kind by a Data Protection Authority, is expected to be concluded by the end of October 2018. The ICO will work with the European Data Protection Board (EDPB), and the relevant lead Data Protection Authorities, to ensure online platforms’ compliance with the GDPR. The ICO has now also made enquires with, and interviewed Google, Twitter and Snap. Under the GDPR, Ireland’s Data Protection Commission is the lead supervisory authority for Facebook Ireland Ltd which is the controller of personal data for UK users. The ICO can act as a ‘concerned authority’ in any future investigations that take place into these issues. Japan and EU conclude talks on adequacy Japan and the EU have agreed to recognise each other’s data protection systems as ‘equivalent’, which will allow data to flow safely and legally between them. The EU and Japan agreed to create the world’s largest area of safe data flows, the EU Commission says. “Each side will now launch its relevant internal procedures for the adoption of its adequacy finding. For the EU, this involves obtaining an opinion from the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the green light from a committee composed of representatives of the EU Member States. Once this procedure will have been completed, the Commission will adopt the adequacy decision on Japan. “With this agreement, the EU and Japan affirm that, in the digital era, promoting high privacy standards and facilitating international trade go hand in hand. Under the GDPR, an adequacy decision is the most straightforward way to ensure secure and stable data flows,” the EU Commission says. The agreement also covers personal data exchanged for law enforcement purposes. However, Japan still has some work to do, including: • A complaint-handling mechanism to investigate and resolve complaints from Europeans regarding access to their data by Japanese public authorities. This new mechanism will be administered and supervised by the Japanese independent data protection authority. • A set of rules providing individuals in the EU whose personal data are transferred to Japan with additional safeguards that will bridge several differences between the two data protection systems. These additional safeguards will strengthen, for example: the protection of sensitive data; the conditions under which EU data can be further transferred from Japan to another third country; and the exercise of individual rights to access and rectification. These rules will be binding on Japanese companies importing data from the EU and enforceable by the Japanese independent data protection authority (PPC) and courts.

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KEY LAW Buying and maintaining a Property in Spain Buying and maintaining a property in Spain can be a total nightmare, or very easy indeed! It’s all about knowing who to talk to. Many people get lost in the maze of estate agents, lawyers and surveyors from different companies and end up doing a lot more running around than you should! It also makes owning a home abroad a lot more complicated. Working with an estate agent can be a good start to buying a place to call your own, but working with a Property Management Company is better. The difference is that a Property Management Company such as LCPSpain will have all the services you require in house and can provide for you with a seamless service. Finding the property is just the start. Many of our clients at LCPSpain love our mor tgage finder facility. We also have an ideal solution for processing the tax implications of your purchase and tax returns as a homeowner in Spain. Including what you can claim for. Having all your obligations covered under one roof makes

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KEY COMPUTERS Computer Storage Why is storage needed in a computer? Without a storage device, a computer cannot save or remember any settings or information and would be considered a dumb terminal. Although a computer can run with no storage device, it would only be able to view information unless it was connected to another computer that had storage capabilities. Even a task such as browsing the Internet requires information to be stored on your computer. Why so many different storage devices? As computers advance, so do the requirements for storage space and the technologies used to store data. Because people need more and more space, want it faster, cheaper, and want to take it with them, new technologies have to be invented. When new storage devices are designed, as people upgrade to those new devices the older devices are no longer needed and stop being used.

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1, Dropbox 2, Google Drive 3, Mega 4, Microsoft OneDrive 5, Apple iCloud 5. Re-writable CD’s - These are devices that look exactly like a CD, except you can store information on them. They are often used to store music, text files, photos, and other data. If you need more storage space and are not sure what device would be best for you, then contact Computer City for great advice! We stock a large selection of computer storage devices and can also help you set up online storage if you are not sure how to go about doing so.

Different Types of Computer Storage Devices There are a number of different computer storage devices such as flash drives, external hard drives, smart cards, rewritable CD’s, and even online storage sites. Floppy and ZIP disks are rarely used. 1. Flash drives - Also known as thumb drives (because of their size) or USB drives (because of the port they connect to), flash drives are the premiere way to store data in a compact and portable fashion. Flash drives range in data capacity from 64 megabytes of 64gigabytes. 2. External hard drives - they are exactly like the hard drive on any computer, except they are outside of your computer. They usually connect through a USB port (similar to flash drives), are designed either for desktops or laptops and have a storage capacity of up to 4 terabytes. 3. Smart cards - also known as memory cards. The usage and types of smart cards have evolved over the years from primary usage in laptops to cell phones and Personal Digital Assistants (PDA’s). 4. Online storage - Also called ‘remote backup’, online storage sites allow you to store information on their servers. Here is a list of 5 online storage providers around today.

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KEY RESTAURANT GUIDE Issue119 September - October 2018 The Key to Mijas Costa magazine’s website, www.keytomijascosta.com, is Mobile Friendly. For simplicity, we have also individually included a QR code in the legends of the individual restaurants in the Restaurant Guide so that you can click through directly from your mobile, enabling you to store the details of your favourites for future use. Just a reminder that we have highlighted the USP of each venue in the Restaurant Guide and given a brief “taster”, but you will still be able to read the whole, updated review either online at www.keytomijascosta.com, or through the individual QR codes. We are delighted to report that, at the time of going to print, the majority of the restaurants in our restaurant section could be found on the first page of Google through our restaurant guide! The reviews of new restaurants will continue to be shown in full text in the magazine. Halloween in fast approaching so please check Facebook for upcoming events at your favourite venues. We would also recommend that you book as soon as possible for Christmas and New Year as many venues are already fully booked.

Almond Tree El Zoco’s favourite café in the square now under new ownership and management. Open Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm for Breakfast, Sandwiches, Meals, Snacks and home-made cakes all freshly made to order. The Almond Tree is located on the middle floor of El Zoco right in the square overlooking the fountain. The Almond Tree has been established in El Zoco for many years but is now under new ownership and management. I am sure many of you will recognise Mandy and she is looking forward to welcoming you to her own venue. The Almond Tree is open during the day (except Sunday) and all food is made fresh to order. Lovely place to stop for breakfast, a sandwich or lunchtime bite. Their freshly squeezed orange juice is highly recommended. Key Media Group have moved their advertising screens to this venue so please ask a member of staff if your business would like to advertise on the screens.

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Bar Tuta Lounge Bar La Cala’s Ultimate Chill Out Bar in Jardin Botanico - open every day from 3.00 p.m. Available for private parties and Funtions or Meetings. Bar Tuta is a popular choice with the locals for either a drink after work or a place to chill at weekends or even a birthday party etc. Bar Tuta boasts a large, airy terrace, fully air-conditioned, comfortable seating, choice of cocktails and an impressive selection of alcoholic drinks and of course friendly staff. Easy parking right outside. Live entertainment every month – please check with venue. Bar Tuta has recently been refurbished and is now available for private parties, meetings etc. Please contact Robert or Mark for availability. For upcoming events, visit Bar Tuta’s Facebook page.

El Chancho BBQ & Grill Restaurant Established over 24 years. Possibly the best grill & BBQ restaurant on the Costa del Sol. Fresh meat and fish sourced nationally. Open Monday to Saturday from 18.00-23.30. El Chancho is situated on the middle floor of El Zoco, Calahonda and has been established for over 24 years. A firm favourite with the locals and tourists alike. Specialising in nationally-sourced fresh meats and fish purchased daily. All food freshly prepared to order. There are four different set menus to choose from. Alternatively there is an extensive selection from the á la carte menu. Starters include Crepes Gratinée with Spinach & Prawns plus plenty of choice for vegetarians too. There is also a good selection of soups and salads. For main course the fresh meat is of course the specialty with Fillet Steak in Pepper or Roquefort Sauce, Steak Diane, Stroganoff, Pork Fillet in Port or Sherry Sauce, Curry Chicken Breast or Lemon Chicken Breast plus Roast Fillet or Baby Leg of Lamb. We asked Fransisco, the owner, what the best selling dish was and he told us the delicious Tournedos

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Rossini with port gravy, cream, paté and wild mushrooms, of course. There is also an extensive menu from the Charcoal Grill including Mixed Grill for one or two people, plus a good selection of Fish dishes, Pasta and Pizzas as well as a children’s menu plus a well-priced wine menu. Favourites for dessert include Pears in Red Wine and either Bananas or Pineapple flambéed in Gran Marnier – simply delicious. We are sure that you will enjoy El Chancho BBQ & Grill Restaurant in El Zoco, Calahonda for the ambience, the service and cuisine and will join the many regulars who have enjoyed this restaurant over the years. Interior dining room air conditioned.

El Zoco Café The classy café at the Supersol, El Zoco, Calahonda, right by the supermarket. Sister café to Cafeteria Los Olivos. Keen prices, top quality food and service, daily specials, a range of tapas, selection of breakfasts or simply a cup of coffee or refreshing drink. Established since 1975, prides itself on attention to detail and is renowned for being spotlessly clean. Ideal venue. Open Mon – Sat from 9am until 9.30pm. Key Recommended.

Japanese Restaurant Ginza Wide range of authentic Japanese food including Sushi and Sashimi and Teppanyaki Show plus much more in its sophisticated surrounds. Ginza is in Jardin Botanico, La Cala. Decorated to a high standard. Highlight is the Teppanyaki show where exotic food using the best quality ingredients is masterfully prepared on a hot steel plate right in the middle of the table. The chef will show you the unforgettable cooking display called “Teppanyaki”. Pepper pots etc are expertly thrown in the air and you must watch the trick with the eggs. Try to catch a bit of the omelette in your mouth when cooked! This is great fun to experience something a bit different or particularly if there are a few of you. Try one of the specially selected Teppanyaki menus which are great value for money. Ginza is open from 12.00 to 24.00. Places around the Teppanyaki spectacle are limited, so it is advisable to book. Food here is consistently of the highest standard, excellent service, Teppanyaki show makes for a very entertaining night out. We visited Ginza recently and the standard of food and service is as good as always. Japanese Restaurant Ginza was voted restaurant of issue 115.

Hong Kong Sofia’s Located in Jardin Botanico, La Cala. Fresh Mandarin Cuisine cooked to order. Extensive menu with something for everyone - you will be spoilt for choice. Fronted

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by Sofia, affectionately known as “Mrs Wu” among the locals and husband, Gi, is the chef. Hong Kong is in Jardin Botanico, La Cala, next door to Henry’s. Spacious indoor restaurant with modern décor with large, covered and outdoor terraces. Hong Kong serves fresh Mandarin Cuisine cooked to order with many meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes to eat in or take away. Open from 12.00 to 16.00 and 18.00 – Midnight every day. Selection of keenly priced menus for two or four people. Special lunchtime menu only 8.70 Euros per person and includes TWO starters, main course, rice or noodles, and dessert or tea/coffee, with plenty of choices. Good quality food, great choice, keenly priced. Key recommended. Crispy Duck with Pancakes is one of the favourites at Hong Kong Sofia’s.

La Plaza Bar Lovely, relaxed venue at the entrance to the picturesque port of Cabopino. Full menu of exotic cocktails. Happy Hour Cocktails at only 4 Euros, served from 17.00 – 21.00. Mixed Cheese and Cold Cuts Platter for 2 persons now available. Brian is a familiar face in Cabopino as Brian’s La Plaza Bar is well established. It is in the Plaza just before you enter the port of Cabopino. This is a lovely, relaxed venue where there is a full menu of exotic cocktails to include Pimms, Sangria, Mojito, Daiquiri, Sex on the Beach etc. Beers, wine, exotic coffees, soft drinks and milk shakes are also served. Popular place for a predinner drink or to spend time chilling after you have eaten. Relax with a cocktail or a special coffee. A great place especially if you have some friends over from back home as you will be able to have a good chat and not be drowned out by loud music! Have a nice stroll viewing the boats in the port and then enjoy a great night out! Key recommended.

La Tabla Belga Popular Belgian restaurant recently relocated from Cabopino to Calypso, Calahonda. International and Belgian cuisine at reasonable prices. 3-course menu of the day from 12-6pm only 14.95 Euros inc. ½ bottle of wine. Evening menu only 25 Euros (changes nightly) plus a la carte. Friday is Mussels – only 20 Euros as much as you like (inc. ½ bottle wine). You will find this newly opened, popular Belgian restaurant at the front of Calypso, Calahonda with ample parking right outside. Sylvie and Saskia look forward to welcoming you to their charming restaurant where you can enjoy fine, reasonably-priced international and Belgian cuisine either on the extensive terrace or the newly refurbished inside dining area. Starters include from Soup of the Day and Prawns Pil Pil to Foie Gras and King Prawns with Ricard, Garlic & Cream or for the more adventurous, 6 Burgundy Snails. There is also a choice of Salads which includes a Nicoise. Main courses range from Spaghetti Bolognese

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to Salmon Fillet with Bearnaise sauce and Chicken Skewer to Argentinean Steak and Boeuf Bourginon. Belgian specialties on offer are Mussels, either steamed, with white wine, Provenzal or with Garlic, Ricard & Cream. Don’t forget that Friday is Mussels day at La Tabla Belga (see above for offer). Other Belgian specialties include Vol au vent, Meat Balls, Beef Stew with Belgian Beer and Belgian Beef Tartar. If you have any room left, there are some delightful crepes on offer as well as many other classic desserts to choose from. La Tabla Belga has a lunchtime 3-course special with 5 choices each of starters, mains and dessert plus a half bottle of wine for only 14.95 Euros per person which is served from midday to 6pm. As well as the a la carte menu, there is also a special evening menu for only 25 Euros which changes daily. This is a family run restaurant which is reflected in the attention to detail and the service. Enjoy! La Tabla Belga has been voted restaurant of issue 118.

fillings. Extensive menu of hot and cold fresh Tapas which not only include many of the well-known favourites, but many new additions. Also available is a selection of Fresh Salads, Omelette or Spanish Tortilla, Chicken Pinchitos and Rice, or our personal favourite, the Fish Skewer, plus new additions to the main menu. Please ask about the dish of the day. New to Los Olivos Café is an Evening 3-course menu with various options which is very reasonably priced. A la carte menu is also available in the evening. Attentive service and the staff speak a good level of English. Coffee is freshly ground for each individual order and the milk is added at the table to ensure the best possible taste. Baby changing facilities available in disabled toilet. Los Olivos Cafe is a favourite haunt of Key to Mijas Costa – the venue is absolutely spotless, service always attentive, food fresh and parking right outside the door. Los Olivos Cafe was voted Restaurant of Issue 109. Key Recommended.

Le Papillon Restaurant And Beach Club New Management, New Snack & A la carte Menu & brand new Cocktail Lounge! Our services: - Bali beds and Sun beds + beach drinks service - New kids area and kids menu - Vegetarian options on our menu - Private events, from lunch meetings to weddings, company Christmas parties plus any other special occasion to celebrate - Stunning beach front terrace - Live music every week. To check future dates please visit our website:www.restaurantepapillon.com - Open all day for breakfast, snacks , lunch & dinner! We looking forward to welcoming you to our fantastic restaurant! To make a reservation please contact us directly on 952 834 113 or email us to manager@restaurantepapillon.com You can also find us on: fb: LePapillonRestaurantBeachBar instagram: lepapillonrestaurante & Twitter: LePapMarbella

Novo Restaurant Recently opened. Good quality, reasonablypriced restaurant located in Jardín Botánico, La Cala serving international cuisine and the best Argentinean Steak in the area. Sunday Roast also highly recommended. Jardín Botánico is now blessed with a high-quality restaurant with the best Argentinean Steak in the area, so if you enjoy a good steak, you know where to come. Novo is very comfortably furnished and has a large outdoor terrace as well as indoor dining area and parking right outside. Opening hours are from 6 – 11pm and on Sunday from 1pm to close. As well as steak, you will find other popular, international dishes on the menu. Starters include Chef´s Crepes with Mushrooms, Spinach, Butter, Cream and Mozzarella, Novo Prawns Pil-Pil and Tartar Avocado to name but a few.There is also a good selection of Salads, including Crispy Duck. Main courses include Beef Stroganoff, King Prawn Pappardelle Alfredo and Calves Liver and Onions. There is also a great variety from the grill menu. Fish dishes are also available as well as a selection for vegetarians and children. Desserts are also on offer. Sunday Roast is very popular at Novo Restaurant. Food is delicious and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Key recommended. Legend 4 star, kids, air con, music, wifi, both terraces, disabled and fb.

Los Olivos Café Now proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary year. Top-notch Spanish Café & Restaurant in the Los Olivos Shopping Centre, Calahonda – Large, all-weather terrace with electronic roofing, glazing and blinds, spacious, air conditioned interior, large car park. Ideal for an informal business meeting. Open 8.30am until late Monday to Saturday (kitchen closes 11.00pm) and every Sunday from 9am – 6pm. Everything well presented with large visual display fridge and extremely fresh food, competitively priced. English and continental breakfast, plus good selection of bread and rolls with choice of

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Paellas Gourmet By Enrique Recently opened at the far end of the Lidl car park in Calahonda. Over 10 varietes of Paella. Friendly, family-run take away and catering business. Excellent quality and service. If you fancy something traditionally Spanish to eat at home or on the beach, pop down to Paellas Gourmet. With over 10 varieties of delicious paella available, plus fideuá, fresh home-made salads, tapas, fish, meat and a variety of other popular Spanish dish-

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es to take away, there is something for everyone. Paellas gourmet can tailor make dishes to cater for any allergies or personal taste. The staff at Paellas Gourmet are really friendly and helpful, will take the time to explain all the dishes to you and even give you a taster! All dishes are freshly home-made to traditional family recipes. Paellas Gourmet also have a good selection of home-made desserts. Paellas Gourmet is open every day except Wednesday from 10am to 4pm. If you would like an order outside of these hours, please call Paellas Gourmet during opening hours to enquire. We have sampled the food at Paellas Gourmet and would recommend the Paella Valenciana and the Aubergine au Gratin. We have also sampled a few other dishes which are equally as tasty and highly recommended. It is also well worth trying the desserts as these were also impressive. We look forward to sampling some more dishes at Paellas Gourmet and sharing them with you in the next issue.

course are the Risotto and for meats, Scalopine Alla Milanese or Fillet Steak with Pepper Sauce. Rosada Filet with King Prawns in a white wine sauce is highly recommended as a fish dish. - Good selection of home-made desserts, especially the Tiramisu. Fine wine list including Italian favourites. A very popular venue all year round with the locals for a glass of wine, a snack, great meal, celebration etc. Live music on Friday nights. We suggest you book as this popular restaurant gets really busy. Key Recommended. We have eaten at Zia Lola regularly for many years. Always great service and good food. Ristorante Zia Lola was voted Restaurant of issue 111. Closed 13th November to 18th December.

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Pal’s Bar On the 1st floor of the El Zoco Commercial Centre, Calahonda. Under new ownership and fully refurbished but same friendly, lively atmosphere and continues to be a favourite with the locals. Cosy indoor pub area or enjoy the warmer nights on the extensive terrace. All Live Sport, Lively Atmosphere! Many of you will recognise new owner, Kerry, from Kerry’s Sports Bar in Cabopino. Kerry is looking forward to welcoming friends both old and new to Pal’s Bar in Calahonda, which has been a favourite amongst the locals and tourists alike for many years now. Pal’s Bar has recently undergone a complete refurbishment with comfy seating in the fresh, new interior or relax on the extensive terrace. Pal’s Bar is the ideal place for a pre or post dinner drink with family and friends. Pal’s Bar has large TV screens showing all sports and a good selection of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails and of course a friendly welcome. See you there! Quiz Night from October.

Ristorante Zia Lola Located in Mijas Golf opposite the Eurostars Hotel. Good quality, genuine Italian food, friendly, family service with reasonable prices, high standard of cuisine. Please call for details of entertainment. Now in its 5th year. Extensive, allweather terrace and cosy, indoor restaurant with bar area and plenty of room for the kids to play. Open all day from Tuesday to Sunday. Good quality, genuine Italian food, friendly, family service with reasonable prices, high standard of cuisine, and extensive kids’ menu. Great Italian menu of family favourites – large selection of pastas, thin and crispy pizzas, wide selection of salads, as well of meat and seafood dishes cooked to perfection and also available as take away. Zia Lola can also cater for events. Our particular favourites for starters are the homemade Minestrone Soup, Beef Carpaccio with Rocket & Parmesan and Strattecci. Recommendation for main

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Snack Attack Mijas Costa’s Favourite Café - Now in its 15th Year! In Jardin Botanico, La Cala. Large selection of daily specials and sandwich fillings. Open weekdays 7.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Saturday’s 7.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. and Sundays 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Kitchen closes Mon-Fri 5pm and 4pm at the weekend. Breakfast from only 3.95 Euros and of course their wonderful Sunday Roast, two courses only 10 Euros! Super Saver Meals including drink, only 5 Euros, changes daily. Healthy eating options. Everything available as take away for days out or take a baguette of your choice to the airport? Extensive menu, something for everyone. Large selection of soups and mid-week roast during the winter months, plenty of choice of fresh salads during the warmer weather. Full cyber-café facilities including 4 stations of high-speed internet, faxes, photocopying and all phone top-ups. If you would like to advertise on the four screens at Snack Attack, please ask a member of staff. For more information see http://www.keytomijascosta.com/restaurantguide/snackattack/index.php.

Hotel Tamisa Golf Camino Viejo de Coin overlooking Mijas Los Lagos golf course. Fine food, fine wine, attentive service and lively entertainment make for a perfect evening. Numerous and varied events throughout the year including fund raisers, contact the hotel for more information. Perfect venue for weddings, parties and special events.

The Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant Unique Seafood Restaurant in Torrenueva run by 3 AA Rosette award-winning chef, Steve Hyatt, and his wife Alison who is front of house.

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Open Tuesday to Saturday from 6.00pm. Special Earlybird 2-course menu is only 20 Euros per head available from 6-8pm which includes a glass of very good quality house wine. Great new a la carte menu includes Fresh Rock Oysters, the ever-popular Bang Bang Shrimp and for those who prefer a non-fish option, Olive & Duck Liver Paté with Walnut & Orange, Citrus Dressing and Garlic Toast. For main course we would highly recommend the Mixed Fish Grill served with delicious sweet potato chips and also the Cape Malay Dhal Monkfish and Tiger Prawn Curry or then again, Blue Marlin Seafood Stew or perhaps Lobster Thermidor. If you should have any room left for dessert, then the Boozy Bread, Butter and Date Pudding or Crèpes Suzette are highly recommended. Alison has chosen the wine list very carefully and there is something for everyone’s taste including some organic choices. Key Recommended. Voted Restaurant of Issue 110.

The Boathouse Calahonda - More than just a Chippy! Overlooking the fountain on the middle floor of the El Zoco Centre in Calahonda. All your Chip Chop favourites plus Sunday Lunch and so much more. Very reasonably priced. Eat in or Takeaway. Fish choices include Cod standard or large, Haddock, Scampi etc. Also available are Chicken, Chicken Goujons, Battered Sausage, Battered Steakburger, Pukka Pies, Spam Fritter, Saveloy and on the side - Onion Rings, Bread & Butter, Gravy, Curry Sauce, Mushy Peas, Beans or Parsley Sauce etc. Delicious desserts include Chocolate Fudge Cake, Apple Pie, Homemade Sponge, Lemon Meringue, Banoffee Pie, Carrot Cake and Homemade Rhubarb Crumble & Custard. For Sunday Lunch you can choose great value 1, 2 or 3 courses from Beef, Lamb, Chicken or Pork, all served with Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Seasonal Veg., Stuffing & Gravy. You can also enjoy anything from the Chip Shop menu on Sundays too. Please note that as food is cooked to order, you may have a short wait for your fresh food, especially during busy periods. The Boathouse also has a Specials board which includes favourites such as Liver & Onions, Chilli con Carne & Rice, Braised Steak & Onion and Steamed Cod in Parsley Sauce. Kids menu available. Open Tues – Sat 6-10pm and Sunday 1-8pm. Winner of the Tripadvisor certificate of Excellence in 2017 & 2018.

The Family Restaurant & Bar Recently established in Calahonda. A family-run international restaurant for all the family. Freshly cooked food with a twist using finest produce. Received the BonaSOL Award for Excellence 2017. The Family is situated in Calle Jose de Orbaneja in Calahonda (near the Dog Park). It is a cosy but welcoming family-run restaurant with an upstairs function room as

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well. Recently opened but already a popular venue for the locals due to the fresh food served, friendly atmosphere and service and very good portion sizes. We at Key have personally tried this restaurant and there is something for everyone on the menu. From traditional Spanish starters such as Anchovies Cured in Wine Vinegar to Octopus Galician Style or Piquillo Stuffed Peppers for starters to Salmon Gravdlax or Chicken Caesar Salad. There is a variety of rice dishes (minimum 2 persons) including Rice with Rock Lobster. Seafood and Fish dishes are plentiful including Grilled or Boiled Rock Lobster, Mixed Fried Fish “Malaga” style, Tuna or Seabass. You will also find a selection of good quality meat dishes including Green Pepper or Roquefort Entrecote or Sirloin Steak, Iberian Secret Pork, Baked Leg of Suckling Lamb or Chateubriand. House Specialties include Tuna Tartare, King Prawns in Pernod, Fish & Seafood Operetta (the latter two are tried and tested and highly recommended), Chicken Cordon Bleu with Pepper Sauce and Strogonoff. Vegetarian options are also available. There is also a good, home-made dessert selection and of course good wine to complement your meal. The standard here is excellent and in our opinion The Family Restaurant & Bar is well worth a visit. The Family Bar & Restaurant was voted restaurant of issue 117.

Venta El Jinete Nestling in beautiful scenic countryside, the large imposing terrace has views across to the Sierra de Mijas and the Mediterranean. 4.5 kms from La Cala on golf road, just before Golf entrance. Open every day except Fridays for Lunch through to Dinner. Enjoy a long, lazy lunch on warm days, sundowners and supper or a romantic dinner in the evening. Warm and cosy interior restaurant has seating for small groups and additional areas for large parties, golfers and family gatherings etc., making it the ideal venue for events. Excellent set menu lunchtimes and Tuesday night only 20 Euros with a choice of starters, main course and desserts are wonderful value. A la carte reasonably priced includes various Mediterranean dishes, succulent steaks and meat from the charcoal grill. Everything beautifully presented by attentive and charming staff. Excellent wine list. Live music on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday evenings (please enquire) when menu is priced at 25 Euros. Great service, food and entertainment. Stunning views and art exhibitions held here regularly. Lovely venue to get away from the coastal area for a change. Venta El Jinete is very popular so please book in advance to avoid disappointment. Great views, good portions and keenly priced as well as good service. We have therefore voted Venta El Jinete Restaurant of Issue 116.

Wright Plaice Genuine English Fish & Chip Restaruant serving the biggest choice of fish on the Costa del Sol. Located in the centre of La Cala behind the Supersol. Eat in or Takeaway. Best quality Cod, Haddock, Place, Rock and Skate Wing as well as Scam-

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KEY RESTAURANT GUIDE Issue119

September - October 2018

pi, Fish Cakes and Cod Goujons either to eat solo or with delicious fresh potato chips, mushy peas etc. You can have skinless fish on request. Also available is a selection of Burgers, Spit Roast Chicken, tasty Saveloys, Jumbo Sausage either plain or battered, Veggie Sausages and Home-made Pies. Kids’ portions available. There is a varied menu - plenty for those who don’t like fish as well! Sides include tasty, home-made Onion Rings, Mushy Peas, Beans, Gravy or Curry Sauce, Wally, Pickled Onion and Side Salad. The Wright Place also has a fully stocked bar. Eat inside the restaurant or on the large terrace or order for Takeaway. We have thoroughly enjoyed the Cod & Chips as well as the Onion Rings more than once. Fish & Chips at its best and very attentive and friendly service as well. See Facebook for opening hours and special meal deals. We hope to see you there! The Wright Plaice was voted restaurant of issue 114. RESTAURANT REVIEWS

G GIN BAR Chic and well appointed gin bar with over 70 varieties to try recently opened in Calle Acuario, Riviera del Sol, round the corner form Miraflores Supermarket. Also serving delicious noodles to eat in, take away or home delivery. Open from 5pm til late. G Gin Bar has recently opened its doors in CC Las Terrazas de Miraflores round the corner from the Miraflores Supermarket (Top Shop) in Riviera del Sol). Chic, well appointed venue is already becoming a firm favourite with the locals. The friendly barman can introduce you to over 70 gins! Noodles Time has also moved its kitchen to G Gin Bar. I am sure you will want to while away many an hour at G Gin Bar so not only can you enjoy a variety of gins, cocktails and other drinks, if you start to get a bit peckish, you can choose from either rice, wraps, bang, Thai, Udon and Soba noodles or a variety of Thai curries and including vegetarian versions of all dishes. A selection of starters is also available and the crispy prawn comes highly recommended. Salads, desserts and kids’ menu also available. We really enjoyed the Thai chicken noodles but there really is a great choice. Available also for take away and delivery. See Facebook for G Gin Bar regular competitions and also the main course 5€ special on some nights. Key recommended.

MINI INDIA ELVIRIA First Class Indian Restaurant recently opened near the Acosol building in Elviria. Venue fully refurbished and spotlessly clean throughout. Food freshly cooked using high quality ingredients and great menu choice. 3 course

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menu of the day only 9.90€ Monday to Friday 1-4pm except holidays. Mini India Elviria is the 3rd Mini India in the chain and I am so pleased that it has been opened in our local area as the food is absolutely fantastic and reasonably priced. Very nice décor and comfy seating both indoors and outside on the extensive terrace. You can taste that the finest ingredients have been carefully selected, food freshly prepared and portions are generous. Dishes provide a variety of tempting flavours and intensity of spices suitable for all palates. I would highly recommend the Prawns Puri for a starter, easily the best one I have had in ages. Of the usual Indian favourites I would recommend the Madras. Tandoori dishes include Chicken Haryali and Chef’s Specials a delicate Irani Kofta Curry for those that like it a bit milder and sweet. Mango Kulfi recommended for dessert. There are plenty of vegetarian dishes to choose from as well as a selection or rice and Biriyani dishes and also a kids’ menu. Naann breads are delicious. Lunchtime menu of the day is excellent value for money and the dishes are plentiful. Food is available to eat in, take away or home delivery. Waiting staff are very attentive. The best Indian food I have had locally in a very long time. I have already eaten here more than once and would definitely give Mini Inida a big thumbs up. Key recommended. RESTAURANT OF THE ISSUE

OASIS On the “La Cala Hills Strip”opposite St Anthony’s College. Specialties - Full English Breakfast, Fish & Chips, Succulent Steaks, Fresh Doner Kebabs, Uzbekistan Food and Homemade Pizza and of course the best of British - Sunday Roast! Soli and Laura look forward to welcoming you to their café on the La Cala Hills Strip. A great café in the area but with a twist as it also serves a selection of delicious, traditional food from Uzbekistan such as chicken Tabaca, Plov and Lagman Noodles, Shish Kebab etc. We always like to try something different and have really enjoyed all the traditional dishes that we have eaten at Oasis. Oasis is open from Sunday to Saturday from 8am until late for breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. Great choice on the menu including Full English Breakfast, snacks etc. On Friday nights you can enjoy Traditional Fish & Chips all day but it is advisable to book if you want to eat between 6 -9 pm. “Sizzling Steaks” have become so popular that they are now available every day - succulent fillet or giant, juicy T-bone, all cooked to your liking and served with a choice of sauces and accompaniments to suit your taste. Sundays of course the traditional British Sunday Roast is served from 1 – 7pm and again, booking is advised. Snacks, Sandwiches and Tapas are also available. We love the kebabs, fish and chips, Sunday roast, Uzbec food and warm welcome at Oasis. Also great that it is open all day so you can always stop off for a quick bite at odd hours. We have voted Oasis restaurant of issue 119.

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KEY FEATURE How can I vote in Mijas?

By Mijas Matters

All European citizens have the right to vote in Local Authority Elections What do you need to do? First of all you need to be on the municipal register (Padrón) What documents do you need in order to register on the Padrón? You need to go to one of the Council Offices: in Mijas Pueblo, Las Lagunas, or La Cala de Mijas with the following documents: · Photocopy and original of your Passport · If you are a tenant: Photocopy and original of your rental contract, or a signed authorization by the owner of the home you are living in. · If you are an owner: A copy of your Title deeds, or a receipt of payment of Council Tax, or Rubbish collection, with your name on it, and the address where you wish to be registered.

What next? If you are already on the Padrón, but not on the Voter’s role · You need a copy of the form: Censo Electoral de la Unión Europea · Complete the form; one for each person who is registering · Present the form, with a copy of your passport, at the Town Hall in Mijas Pueblo, Las Lagunas, or La Cala de Mijas. Both of these procedures can be done at the same time and with the same identity documents. The town hall should offer you the Census document when you register on the Padrón, but if you want to be sure, take it with you completed. Mijas Matters can provide you with a copy of the Electoral registration form. Send an email to mijasmatters@gmail. com or message us from Facebook: Mijas Matters If you need help at the town hall for either of these procedures, let us know and we may be able to provide someone to accompany you.

If you want to vote in the 2019 elections, you need to be registered by November 2018 62

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KEY NEWS ATLANTIS PMR REAL ESTATE

in Calahonda are striving forward with new collaborations. Recently they have signed a collaboration with the Club Depor tivo de Mijas with a generous donation of 10,000 Euros to help reduce the costs for the families, children and adults using the spor ts facilities as funding from the local Government was not for thcoming. Atlantis PMR have also signed Collaboration Contracts with various Investors and Bufete Vazquez de Sola who is providing the Real Estate Company with proper ties from SAREB. These are ideal products for international Investors. Each time more Atlantis PMR is becoming a Real Estate Company that is setting itself apar t from other Real Estates on the Costa del Sol. They are living up to their paraphase “We make a difference”. Atlantis PMR have two Exclusive Promotions. The first is Residencial Piramides de Riviera. There are only 6 apar tments left from the Por tfolio of proper ties they had for sale in the community which has recently been reformed and making a pleasant change to the area of Riviera del Sol. Conjunto Sirius in Calle Sirius in lower Riviera del Sol was the second apar tment building to be in exclusivity with Atlantis PMR. In just two moths all apar tments were SOLD. Atlantis PMR will shor tly be launching the sale of 3 more products, one in Riviera del Sol, one in the Centre of Fuengirola and the third in Calahonda. Atlantis PMR also collaborate with many new developments on the Costa del Sol From Malaga to Sotogrande, with the majority in Torremolinos, Benalmadena, La Cala de Mijas, Marbella and Estepona. The Costa del Sol is seeing much more growth in Proper ty Development. Price and demand is on the increase. Atlantis PMR also provide Proper ty Management long term and shor t term & holiday rental from Benalmadena to Marbella, Building and Refurbishments as well as many other proper ty services. For fur ther information please contact info@atlantispmr. com call 952 933 870 Website www.atlantispmr.com. See page 24 for more information.

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has recently opened at the end of Jardín Botánico, La Cala. London and Co is the first salon on the coast to offer both exclusive Women and Men in all services and even has a tattoo parlour. The one FOR HER is a cutting edge hair stylists, expert nail bar and beauticians which has years of experience. They use top of the line products across the board to provide a quality service from top to bottom at affordable prices. The cave FOR HIM boasts 4th generation master barbers using marketleading techniques from fade to shave and much more. The Cave has a tattoo parlour with artists who were carefully picked due to creativity, tidiness and art work, second to none. You will also find a top of the range sun bed in case you missed a day at the beach. Literally, a unique salon providing absolutely everything. Free drinks included always - from beer to cava, you name it! A truly amazing experience for clients. All ages and all walks of life welcome. A great place to feel comfortable for men. The Cave also offers additional treatments such as wax, nails, massage and more. See page 3 for contact details.

Quality Assured Service

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We at Key to Mijas Costa are often asked for someone reliable and professional to repair domestic appliances quickly and at a reasonable price. Garry Goodman, who owns Quality Assured Services, is an English Qualified Service Technician with over 35 years’ experience who repairs washing machines, dishwashers, ovens and fridges. Whether you own rental properties or just need to get your own washing machine fixed, give Garry a call for a quality repair service for all your domestic appliances. We have used Garry on a number of occasions so we have no hesitation in recommending him to our readers. You will find his contact details on page 34.

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