MIJAS
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From beaches to forests
IJAS: perched on the side of a mountain amongst green forests and rocky terrain, it has been known since the mid-20th century mainly for its donkeys. But Mijas has so much more to offer and although Mijas Pueblo is popular with locals and visitors alike as a quaint, whitewashed village conserving the traditional appearance of old-time Andalucia, Mijas covers such a large area that you can find almost anything within its boundaries. Mijas has amazing beaches, with everything from cliffs and crystal clear waters, to fine golden sands popular for parties; it has part of the Senda Litoral, an amazing walkway along the Costa del Sol where you can enjoy beautiful views of both the sea and mountains; and while it may not be quite as well-known for its huge mansions and exclusive urbanisations as Marbella, this is certainly not because it can’t hold its own, making it another property paradise in the area. It has a rich history, having been inhabited by many different cultures over the cen-
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MIJAS PUEBLO: A quaint, whitewashed village perched on the mountainside. turies, shaping it to be what it is today, and leaving a variety of historical sites to be visited. In this special supplement, we will introduce to you, not only some of the super businesses Mijas has to offer, but we’ll also tell you more about the town and surrounding areas, where to go, what to see, the history and much more... Whether you are looking for discos, restaurants, somewhere to relax on the beach, an invigorating walk in the mountains, a place to go with the kids or somewhere to chill-out with some cock-
tails, everything can be found in Mijas, even a dusting of snow at the coldest times of the year if you’re feeling in need of cooling down. Just a short trip from Malaga airport, minutes from Fuengirola train station, and with buses running inland and down to Fuengirola, Mijas is well connected to the rest of the province. It is home to all kinds of accommodation no matter what your budget is; restaurants offering international cuisine of all varieties; bars where you can find out what having tapas is all about; an array of different businesses
to meet all your needs... whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it here, right on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. If you’ve never had a proper look around Mijas even if you live just along the coast or just up the mountain, now is the time to do so. There’s a large indoor car park in Mijas Pueblo and it costs just €1 per day to park, so there’s no excuse. Have a look through our supplement and see what takes your fancy. We’re sure that once you’ve been, you’ll fall for Mijas and want to share it with all your friends.
Why get on the padron? IT’S extremely important to register on the padron (census), here’s why: The number of people registered as residents in a town affects the resources and financial aid that the town receives from the Central Government. The more people there are on the padron, the better for the town and all its residents. There are around 87,000 people registered as residents in Mijas, but there are thought to be many more. 1,000 new registrations = one more firefighter 2,400 new registrations = one more rubbish lorry 2,500 new registrations = four more police officers 3,800 new registrations = eight more street sweepers As well as this, Mijas would get: more cleaning equipment and rubbish containers, more police cars and equipment for the police and fire department.
Register with the health service ONCE you are on the Mijas padron and have the Certificado de Empadronamiento, take this and your NIE/TIE document to the health centre for the district where you live and you will receive assistance to register and have a family doctor assigned to you. If you have private health insurance and you want to be eligible for the Covid-19 jab, there is a simplified process for registering with the health service so that they can contact you when it’s your turn to get the jab. Find the form which you need to fill in at our website: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2021/04/06/pri vate-insurance-holders-in-andalucia-can-now-applyfor-the-vaccine/ or Google euroweekly private insurance andalucia apply vaccine and then click on the first link.
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Reliable and professional Carnival time in summer UR friendly Spanish and English-speaking service team have been providing services for English-speaking foreigners in Spain since 2010. Specialising in relocation, visas and residency, we have been conveniently located at our main office in the centre of La Cala de Mijas for the last five years. We are well placed for clients not only in the Mijas area, but all along the Costa del Sol. We are only 10 minutes away from Marbella and just 25 minutes from Malaga. If you are looking for a reliable and professional company to take care of everything We also provide ongoing support afterwards. for you, then we are exactly what you are looking for. Our staff have first-hand local knowledge of the area and if we can’t help, we will certainly know someone trustworthy who can. From finding the right place to live, preparing for, and making your move, to getting all your paperwork in order, we have it covered. As we’re local, we are available to provide ongoing support after your service is complete.
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Come and see us. Our office is by the main car park in La Cala near Supersol, next to Cajamar and above Ultimate Estates. Visiting hours: 10am until 4pm - check our Facebook or website for summer hours.
ON July 23, a Carnival Night will be held at Plaza del Bulevar in La Cala de Mijas at 9.30pm. It’s time to put on another mask and
FACT FILE Mijas Location: Malaga Province, Andalucia, Spain Inhabitants (2020): 85,397 Area: 148.8km2 Height above sea level: 428m Name of locals: Mijeño Mayor: Josele González Patron saints: San Anton, Virgen de la Peña Boundaries: Mediterranean Sea, Marbella, Ojen, Coin, Alhaurin el Grande, Alhaurin de la Torre, Benalmadena, Fuengirola Mountains: Sierra Alpujata, Sierra de Mijas (1150m) Rivers: Rio Fuengirola Average temperature: 18ºC Average rainfall: 600 litres/m2 Average hours of sunshine: 2,920 Areas: Mijas Pueblo, Las Lagunas, La Cala Beaches: 14km
get down to La Cala de Mijas to enjoy the carnival songs of Antonio Martinez, and see La Chusma Selecta y su Antologia. Entrance is free but limited to guarantee safety measures. Once again this year, there will not be a procession for the Virgen del Carmen on July 16 in La Cala. However, the church there will remain open from 10am to 8pm for floral offerings, and at 8pm, there will be a mass officiated by local priest Juan Baena and televised live on Mijas 3.40TV on Facebook and on YouTube.
Mask up for carnival time.
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Enjoy a unique experience at Unico Beach Club
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OCATED in La Cala de Mijas, Unico Beach Club is the place to go for a perfect dining experience or enjoy some amazing cocktails. With three different areas, a swimming pool, a restaurant and cocktail bar on the terrace, you can chill-out and enjoy the superb views. The pool area has 21 king-size beds for you to relax and soak up the sun, while the restaurant is the ideal place for a tasty lunch or dinner, offering Mediterranean cuisine with their own unique touch as well as a carefully selected wine list to provide you with a perfectly unforgettable experience. The terrace offers sea views and a fabulous setting where you can try the best signature cocktails, from your classic favourites to the new and exciting variations at Unico Beach Club, accompanied by a selection of tasty snacks to enjoy your evenings in the heart of La Cala de Mijas. The modern premises with three different areas and the privileged setting of Unico Beach Club make it ideal for visiting any time of day or night. Located in Calle Reina Fabiola, 13, La Cala de Mijas, Unico Beach Club is There are 21 king-size beds to relax on. open from 11am to midnight.
For more information contact them by phone 951 001 125, or email info@unicobeachclub.com, visit the website www.unicobeachclub.com or follow them on Instagram (UNICO Beach Club) or Facebook (unicobeachmijas).
Pay bills online RESIDENTS of Mijas can now pay their council taxes online, saving them time waiting in queues as well as money. The councillor for New Technologies, Nicolas Cruz, and the councillor for the Treasury, Roy Perez, explained that thanks to the express payment feature, property tax (IBI), rubbish collection and road taxes can be paid electronically. Residents of Mijas who do not pay their taxes by direct debit and don’t
Town hall is now online. have a so-called digital certificate will be able to use the online payment option which is very simple to use from the comfort of your own home on a com-
puter, tablet or mobile phone. To access the platform, go to https://pagosex press.mijas.es/es/ or visit the municipal website, www.mijas.es, or scan the QR code on display in municipal offices. To access it, you will need to provide an email, ID, date of birth or the identification of the last receipt. Once accessed, payment can be made using the barcode on the bill.
Getting to know Mijas MIJAS, located on the Costa del Sol, just 34 kilometres south of Malaga City, is the fourth most populated town in Malaga Province. Mijas was, until the 1950s, mainly a village of fishermen and farmers, but has become home to foreign residents of more than 120 different nationalities, now accounting for more than 36 per cent of the population. The majority (around 60 per cent) are British. Mijas covers a large area of 148km2, from the mountains of Sierra Alpujata and Sierra de Mijas to the Mediterranean Sea, divided into three areas: Mijas Pueblo, Las Lagunas in Mijas Costa, and La Cala de Mijas. Mijas Pueblo, a typical whitewashed Andalucian village, is located 428 metres above sea level and it is where the town hall is located, as well as most of the historical buildings.
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A brand new Olivia’s in La Cala HE past year and a half have been tough for everyone and Olivia’s group has had more than their fair share of sadness with the passing of E l l i o t t ’s beloved father ‘Eddy’ and shortly after that an arson attack on the restaurant. The past six weeks have been a roller coaster of building works to get up and running again in time to welcome their guests for the season. The front terrace is open again and last week they were proud to launch Anka Kusu, their brand new Turkish Fire grill restaurant. Anka Kusu is upstairs in Olivia’s where you can enjoy an exquisite sea view whilst sampling some of their delicious new dishes
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from tajines to mouth-watering sheesh kebabs from the grill. Anka Kusu means the Phoenix. Chosen by Elliott Wright, the owner, whom this describes perfectly. A determined discerning business man who has arisen from the ashes to bring you a brand new Olivia’s in La Cala. Keep an eye out on their social media for summer promotions. They have an amazing set lunch offer for just €18.95 per person and the boozy brunch with unlimited cava for two hours will be on offer on Saturdays and Sundays from the last week in July. With a fabulous line up of live entertainment from singers to DJs they have something to offer
for all age groups. Don’t take their word for it. Go in and see the progress for yourself. Olivia’s La Cala and Anka Kusu by Olivia’s.
ANKA KUSU: Go along and sample some of their delicious new dishes.
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Local wines MIJAS was traditionally a grape-producing area, until the vines were decimated in 1878. This was overcome, and vines were planted again in the 20th century, in areas near the coast and Fuengirola, as well as on the hills around Mijas Pueblo. Many men and women would come from throughout Malaga Province and further afield to take part in the grape harvesting and it once again gained importance for local farmers. Nowadays, you can visit the Malvajio wine producers to taste local wines. Also local to Mijas is the Lopez Lavado winery, created in 2004 which produces 100 per cent ecological wines from vines in La Alqueria area and matured in Mijas Pueblo, such as Viña Tamisa.
Beaches are sandy and rocky MIJAS COSTA has several kilometres of beaches,including some with blue flags. La Cala has an urban beach with dark sand and rocky areas, 1.6km long with a blue flag for quality. It is popular at night at the weekends and holds several summer music events. Cabo Rocoso has dark sand and choppy seas, at just 100m long, it does not get busy and is popular for windsurfing, sailing and diving. Calahonda has golden sand and calm waters. Its 4.5km gets busy and is popular for fishing and snorkelling. El Bombo,1.1km with cliffs and dark sand, gets busy and is popular with divers. El Chaparral, a rocky beach 4.4km long and ideal for windsurfing, sailing and diving. El Faro, rocky beaches with coves and fine sand, popular for fishing. Quiet and extends over 1.4km. Within those areas the beaches are La Luna, Royal Beach, El Almirante, Doña Lola, Riviera, Butiplaya, Las Doradas, El Charcon, Faro de Calaburras, Peñon del Cura, El Ejido, and the nudist beach at Playa Marina.
The beaches along the coast are a mix of sand and rocks.
Summer with a splash THE Aquamijas water park has opened for this summer on the Costa del Sol with strict security measures against Covid-19. The manager, Maria del Mar Asensio, said that figures are expected to be 20 to 30 per cent higher than last year. Visitors will once again be able to enjoy the slides such as the ‘Kamikaze’, a free fall slide for a real adrenaline rush, as well as labyrinths, the wave pool, the lake, the soft track, Adventure River, Rio Bravo, the Diver-dragon or the Jacuzzi. There are also virtual reality machines, go-karts and other activities. Open Monday to Sunday to from 10.30 to 7pm until August 31, and to 6pm from September 1 to 12. Entrance after 3.30pm has 30 per cent discount and there are also discounts for residents in Malaga. Find out more on their website www.aquamijas.com.
Prehistoric times MIJAS was inhabited by humans in prehistoric times as far back as the Upper Paleolithic, with remains having been found from the Bronze Age. There are remains from the Iron Age near the Fuengirola River which show there were settlements in the area. From 900 BC, like other areas along the coast of Malaga, the area now known as Mijas was inhabited by the Phoenicians who generally settled at the mouths of rivers and would then begin to trade with the local population. The walls of Mijas Pueblo are from the Phoenician era, and remains with ceramics have been found which prove there was an established population in the area until the second century BC when the Romans began to arrive in the area and became the dominant culture.
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Discover the Tamisa Art Gallery OCATED right in the heart of the marvellous town of Mijas, Tamisa Art Gallery is a family business founded in 1961. Back then, Murcia-born Jose Luis Ribera and his father travelled the towns of Andalucia until they discovered and fell in love with Mijas, where he opened a small antiques shop which over time became a jewellery shop and art gallery. Now, Tamisa Art Gallery strives to bring art closer to everybody and offers a wide selection of original and limited edition works of art, and al- Showing a wide selection of art. ways attempts to delight their clients with unique pieces. They have a permanent exhibition of great local artists such as Luis Romero, Valentin Kovatchev, Michele Lehmann, Pedro Rodriguez (Pedrin), Pablo Rodriguez, Chandy Haggett, Rafael Leiva, and many more... Original sculptures and paintings. At Tamisa Art Gallery, you are sure to find that original sculpture or painting that you are looking for and you will not be disappointed by the experience of visiting the gallery. Remember - we can’t live without art.
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Pueblo’s modern history AFTER southern Spain was recovered by the Christians, 50 families settled in the area and the lands were divided between them. Many Muslim residents
remained in the area, but the coast was abandoned after just a few years, mainly due to attacks from pirates, and the locals headed to the mountain. The response to the at-
Travelling to Mijas by bus MIJAS bus timetables have returned to the prepandemic peak time frequency. The number 122, 127 and 221 lines of the Transport Consortium of the Metropolitan Area of Malaga will go back to their original timetables while Mijas also plans to reinforce and expand schedules and frequencies. The councillor of Transport and Mobility, Nicolas Cruz explained that Line 127 is a circular route used by many elderly residents in the area, while 122 is the most used to travel from Fuengirola to Mijas Pueblo and line 221 is the bus travelling between Fuengirola, Mijas, Alhaurin el Grande and Coin. He also said that the town council has wanted to collaborate with the transport consortium in order to offer more frequent schedules despite the use of the buses being a lot lower at the moment. Off-peak and holiday timetables will be at 70 per cent of what they were pre-pandemic.
tacks from pirates from North Africa was to build watch towers all along the coast from Calahonda to Calaburra. One of the first buildings to be erected in what is now Mijas Pueblo was the Inmaculada Concepcion Church, which was completed in 1631 and became a refuge for locals on several occasions. By 1712, there were 1,800 residents. It wasn’t until 1841 that the Sohail Castle and surrounding areas separated from Mijas and formed what is now Fuengirola. During the 17th and 18th centuries, Mijas mainly mined marble which was used in Malaga Cathedral, Sevilla, Granada and even Burgos. Farmers continued to grow figs and later grapes.
Completed in 1631.
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Mayan Monkey Mijas - Chocolate Factory & Museum AYAN MONKEY has been making chocolate dreams come true right in the heart of Mijas Pueblo since 2012. The chocolate factory and museum are opposite the multi-storey car park and there is an ice-cream parlour with a shop overlooking Plaza de la Constitucion with now legendary ice-cream, unlike any other in the area, which has regulars travelling all the way from Marbella or Velez-Malaga to enjoy it. Mayan Monkey Mijas is renowned for its unique chocolatemaking experiences, suitable from age three upwards. The oldest workshop participant to date was a 93-year-old who came to celebrate her birthday! They are easy and great fun for any age! Chocolate & Wine Pairing sessions are also available, with chocolate made from organic and ethically sourced cacao. Mayan Monkey is the only chocolate factory in Spain to be recognised by the NGO Slavefree Chocolate. Their exquisite chocolate is sold in a number of gourmet shops across Spain, and, like their top-quality ice cream and coffee beans, can be
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WORKSHOPS: Renowned for their unique chocolate-making experiences. brought right to your door through Greenlings, an organic fruit and vegetable basket home delivery company which supplies the fruit for Mayan Monkey’s icecreams. Don’t miss the Plum Compote and Cardamom Baked Pear varieties while the fruits are still in season! Founders Eli McCarthy and Jason Godwin work with a small, dedicated team of long-term members who share the goal of ‘Finding Happy, Sharing Happy.’ A favourite with clients is the pistachio ice-cream, but all varieties
are made from scratch, as are the sauces, caramels, biscuits, jams and nut butters. The ice-creams contain organic milk, cream and cane sugar, as well as seasonal organic fruits; pure, simple and natural ingredients combined to make the most exquisite ice-cream. Mayan Monkey Mijas is also a palm-oil free environment! Green, sustainable, with zero waste values and an inclusive approach to all their products, meaning they are suitable for people with gluten and other food intolerances. And they make gorgeous birthday cakes too!
Open seven days a week and with Covid measures going beyond legal requirements to ensure the safety of staff and visitors, wait no longer to visit Mayan Monkey Mijas. Workshops: 11am - 7pm. Clients should book ahead. Participants get discount on their shop and café purchases on the day. Chocolate factory and museum, ice cream parlour, chocolate shop & café, Plaza Virgen de la Peña 15. 11am - 8pm Chocolate factory and museum, ice cream parlour, chocolate shop & café, Plaza Virgen de la Peña 15. 11am - 8pm Ice cream parlour and chocolate shop, Plaza de la Constitucion 421. 11.30am - midnight Phone/WhatsApp: +34 600 088 542 (Eli) +34 629 466 710 (Jason) Email: info@mayanmonkey.es Web: https://mayanmonkey.es/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/mayanmonkey Instagram: www.instagram.com/mayanmonkey/ NOW - FREE bonbon with every coffee to celebrate the fact that they’ve just started roasting their own organic coffee!
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Truly crafted by nature N the most deeply rooted Nordic coasts there is a name among the locals for the sound of the sea when it gently caresses the shores on summer nights: Sybartum ... A family business. Travelling through the four cardinal points to bring to their exclusive clients the best of interior design made with the best elements available in nature, where each piece is unique and exclusive, no two are the same, every single one has an enormous identity and character. Oriented towards a natural, bohemian, nomadic, rustic, and exotic proposal, they have made love of imperfection, a philosophy of life.
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ecologically legitimate, legal, and sustainable licences. You can find solid wood dining tables from one to five metres long, rattan furniture, bamboo lamps, woven tapestries, original Beni Ourain rugs, customised linen sofas, natural fibre cushions and pouffes and much more.
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Mijas Secrets walks THE Mijas Secrets guided cultural walks are set to continue after the summer as more than 200 people, most of them foreign residents, have taken part. There have been different walks, showing aspects such as the local arts and crafts, the town’s grape and wine production, Mijas today and yesterday, and the influence of Al Andalus, as well as the hidden waterways of Mijas, which reveals how irrigation was carried traditionally carried out. According to both the Foreign Residents’ Department and the Tourism Department, the tours are in several languages and have been extremely
popular since they began this year at Easter and continued into May. A new edition is planned for September. The aim is to reveal facts about Mijas that people would not know otherwise and highlight the secrets of the town thanks to the involvement of local artisans, wine producers, religious groups and others. Being a tourist in their own town has proved a hit with local residents who have then recommended the walks and been able to teach more about their new home to others.
Fiestas and fairs Dia de San Anton – January 17 Carnival - February Easter - March/April Feria de los Pueblos - May Corpus Christi - May/June Floral offering to the Virgen de la Peña, the Patron Saint - June 2 Las Lagunas fair - beginning of July Dia del Carmen - July 16 La Cala Fair - end of July September 8 - Virgen de la Peña, Patron Saint Mijas Pueblo Fair - September Santa Teresa Pilgrimage, La Cala - mid-October
Statue dedicated to local artisans.
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Legends La Cala EGENDS La Cala opened their doors once again on June 3 coinciding with the bar’s 12th anniversary, and what a great start following a very difficult 14 months! Legends has got to be one of the best choices for an evening of fun and entertainment with the best top class shows on the coast: Soul & Motown night, Jersey Boys, Rat Pack, Tom Jones, Robbie Williams, Kylie, Bublé, Neil Diamond and of course the comedy drag duo Dragtastic to name just a few, as this is just a handful of their long list of shows. They have been established since 2010 and built up business to a very high standard. Before reopening they had recently extended and had to comply with new rules in order to serve food. There is a new package available for the BEST CHOICE: Andrea & Paul of excellent price of €15 which includes a Legends. show and a personal table, buffet to share and table service throughout from their fabulous staff. Drinks are very reasonably priced. At present they are open Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, it is highly recommended to book to reserve your seats at this popular venue.
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Virgin of the Rock was founded in 1586.
Fun facts to explore THE tourist office in Mijas Pueblo was opened in 2003 and is located in the centre of the town. It has an exhibition hall and interactive screens where you can find out more about Mijas before setting off to explore. The bullring was built in 1900 after many petitions from locals and inaugurated on September 8 that year. It has a unique oval shape.
The patron saint is the Virgin of the Rock, which legend has it, was found in 1586 by two children watching sheep who were guided to her by a dove. Constitution Square is interesting as the benches and fountain were made by marble cutter Galiano from rocks left by a landslide caused by floods in November 1884. There are several caves in Mijas, often used as stables or store rooms.
Play in the water LAS CAÑADAS Children’s Park with water fountains in Mijas has now reopened to the public with improvements and security measures. The water is on a continuously operating closed circuit so that water will not be wasted and so that there is no need to press buttons, as well as it bringing the temperature down within the park. The 1,500m2 paved park is fenced and has lots of fun games for children. Anyone who enters should wear appropriate footwear to avoid slipping. The Water Park will be open until September from 10.30am to 8.30pm.
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BONAFIDE: Decision making made easier.
ONAFIDE are an experienced law firm set up in 1999 and based in La Cala de Mijas, in the very heart of the Costa del Sol, providing their legal services to the entire coast: Mijas, Marbella, Estepona, Benalmadena, Torremolinos, Malaga, Velez- Malaga and inland area. They offer services in a wide range of legal areas including: • Conveyancing: Buying/Selling property. • Inheritance, Probate and Wills. • Fiscal Advice. • Private International Law. • Family Law and Divorce. • Litigation and Claims. Their clients’ interests and well-being
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are their priority. Bonafide pride themselves in offering the best personal service at all times and always offer quality and professional excellence. Bonafide are a Spanish firm but with a high level in English, Dutch, French and Scandanavian languages. If you are unable to call in to see them in La Cala de Mijas, they can arrange a meeting at your home or a place of convenience to you. Information is the key to you making the correct decisions. They will advise you and provide you with all the necessary information in such a way that your decision making will be easier.
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Bill Anderson talks about the importance of the community EURO WEEKLY NEWS spoke to Bill Anderson, a councillor in Mijas, who was a policy advisor to the Scottish Parliament before coming to Spain around two decades ago. With Mijas covering such a large area, Bill spoke of the importance of working on building up a better connection within the foreign community, and bringing them together. He spoke of the excellent job being done by the Foreign Residents’ Department and told us how he wants to encourage people to get more involved in the community. One of the ways he is doing this is with ‘Around Mijas.’ These are livestreamed videos
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Bill wants to build up better connections. which can be seen on YouTube and are an amazing way for people to access important information, while also widening their views of the town and its residents and allowing them to learn more about their place of residence.
It is currently broadcast in English and subtitles can be added. There are also plans to hopefully add more languages. Look for Around Mijas Livestream on YouTube. You will find there are many different and interesting topics which will interest not only residents in Mijas, but also other foreigners on the Costa del Sol. With recent changes to the residency laws for British citizens in Spain, there has been a 10 per cent rise in the number of Foreign Residents registered in Mijas, which is great news, Bill said, as the more people who are registered on the Padron, the better it is for the town in terms of accessing more services for its residents.
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Golfing all year MIJAS Town Council, together with Malaga University, is working on a unique brand to differentiate their local golf courses from other destinations. The aim is to receive both national and international golfers and avoid seasonality. Mijas has several golf clubs and courses: La Cala Golf, Miraflores Golf and Santana Golf; Mijas Golf, La Siesta, Chaparral and Calanova Golf Clubs and La Noria and Cerrado del Aguila Golf Resorts. Golf tourism is a major source of income in the area, as golfers and their families not only visit the golf courses, but also spend in other sectors such as shops and restaurants. The aim is to diversify the offer with this golf marketing plan. The councillor for Tourism, Jose Carlos Martin and the councillor for Sports, An-
There are several courses in the area.
dres Ruiz, said that Mijas seeks to promote its own brand and distinguish itself from other international competitors in this field, so that golfers will take Mijas into account when choosing an ideal destination which also complies with all current health regulations.
Contemporary Art Centre MIJAS also has a contemporary art centre with more than 400 works of art. They include works by Picasso, Dali, Georges Braque, Tsuguharu Foujita, Antonio Muñoz Degrain, Jose Moreno Carbonero, Joaquin Martinez de la Vega and Jose Denis Belgrano from the Remedios Medina Collection, managed by Spanish Art Brokers. There are more than 130 works by Picasso, mainly ceramics. There is a permanent exhibition, mainly of his works and Dali’s as well as temporary exhibits. Located in Calle Malaga, it is open 10am to 7pm from Tuesday to Sunday and entrance costs €3. For information, visit www.cacmijas.info.
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EURO WEEKLY NEWS spoke to Mijas councillor for Foreign Residents Arancha Lopez about the work that her department does to help foreigners in the town. Mijas has around 87,000 inhabitants, and at the rate it is growing, it is expected to surpass 100,000 in just a few years. Around 30 per cent of the population are foreigners of 124 different nationalities, the largest foreign community of any town in Andalucia. She explained that Mijas was the first council to have a department aimed specifically at foreign residents, dating back to 1985, and that over the years they have become the link between residents and the numerous departments of the council for anything that they may need. Apart from that, resi-
Arancha Lopez. dents in Mijas can count on the Foreign Residents’ Depatment to help with anything else they may need and not fully understand, they just have to ask. They can help you to contact your consulate or embassy, or the National Police if necessary. During lockdown, they made sure that the foreign population was not cut off and launched a helpline operating in several different languages.
They make sure that all important information which is published by the local council is translated and broadcast on the relevant channels and pay particular attention to the elderly residents of the town, making sure that they, as well as anyone who needs it, have the assistance of the social services and are always able to get any medicines that they have been prescribed. The councillor told us that investments in the town have stayed stable with the arrival of companies such as The Food Co Spain and that the property market has fortunately seen little change and continues to prosper. The Foreign Residents’ Department in Mijas is much more than just an area of the local council, it is a helping hand for all foreigners in the town whenever they need it.
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A CUDECA charity shop has recently opened in La Cala de Mijas. The town council has offered the 130m2 premises for free for an extendable period of four years. The inauguration was attended by local mayor, Josele Gonzalez, and the manager of the Cudeca foundation, Marisa Martin. It is located in Bulevar de la Cala de Mijas, 5. Its purpose, like the other more than 20 Cudeca shops throughout the province is to raise funds through the sale of second-hand clothing, books, furniture and other items. The funds are used to continue caring for and accompanying people with cancer and other advanced diseases. Martin said the council provided the premises more than a year ago and they are happy to have finally been able to inaugurate it. It has easy access and will boost donations, she said.
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From sunshine to snowfall THE climate in Mijas is one of its main attractions. Being close to the sea, the temperatures are not extreme and the average for the year is 18ºC. It doesn’t get excessively hot in the summer or overly cold in the winter, although snow can be expected on the peaks of the Mijas mountains in the winter, as the higher you go, the colder the temperatures fall, especially above the 600 metres above sea level mark. On average, Mijas gets less than 600 ml of rain per year and the rainy season is between November and January. On the other hand, Mijas gets an average of 2,920 hours of sunshine per year. Unfortunately, the summer months also see many forest fires in Mijas and the surrounding areas, both accidental and intentional.
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Supporting local charities EURO WEEKLY NEWS spoke to long-term Mijas resident Alan Boardman about what he and other locals have been doing to raise money for charity. For years now, Alan has been taking people on walking tours of Mijas. In February this year, he began to raise money for Simply Surviving with these tours. Since then, there have been 23 tours with 202 people, covering a total of 65 hours and raising a super €1,625 for charity thanks to the donations of the participants. This money has been donated to the charities supported each month by Simply Surviving: in March Donkey Dreamland Mijas, in April Asociacion Hadas Caradas (Food Fairies), in May Last Chance Animal Rescue and in June Cudeca. The tours will start again in September when donations will be for Age Concern Fuengirola, Mijas and Benalmadena. They last between two and two and a half hours and as well as showing participants some of the well-kept secrets that Mijas holds, it also benefits local businesses.
Mijas resident, Alan Boardman. For more information about the tours, follow the Simply Surviving page on Facebook.
Simply Surviving was the brainchild of Val Williams, who now in her 80s, has no intention of slowing down. It is a charitable platform that helps local charities by organising events which in turn support the venues where they are held and local performers. There is an event every month, including dinner and a barbecue plus entertainment for around 100 to 120 people held in the Mijas / Fuengirola area. All monies raised are for charity, such as the latest barbecue held, which raised €2,300 for Cudeca. Other events include quizzes for between 60 and 80 people; the Lunch Bunch, also including lunches held locally. All this and other charity activities arranged by members has raised €1,000 in March for Donkey Dreamland; €1,000 in April for Food Fairies; €1,200 in May for Last Chance Animal Rescue and more than €5,000 in June for Cudeca. If you want to support their initiatives or become involved, follow Simply Surviving on Facebook to find out all the details.
Foreign associations There are several associations in Mijas run by and aimed at foreigners: Simply Surviving https://www.facebook.com/groups/635193 080731381 Age Concern Mijas and Fuengirola https://www.acespana.org/category/acfuengirola-y-mijas-sur/ Royal British Legion Mijas http://branches.britishlegion.org.uk/branch es/mijas-costa Age Care Costa del Sol https://agecarecosta.org/ La Cala de Mijas Lions Club https://www.eclubhouse.org/sites/mijaslacala/ Age Concern, Mijas, Fuengirola and Benalmadena https://ageconcernfym.com/ Freemasons Costa del Sol https://friendship37.com/ Rotary Club Mijas International https://rotarymijasinternational.org/ Mijas Felina https://www.facebook.com/mijasfelina Donkey Dreamland https://www.donkeydreamland.eu
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Blues Night this month BLUES NIGHT will be held on Saturday, July 24, at the Mijas Municipal Auditorium. The Blues Night will be held from 9pm and admission is free, however, tickets, which can be booked in advance at Mijas Pueblo and La Cala de Mijas Tourist Offices, are required. The event will feature artists such as ‘El Trio del Saco’, ‘Gisele Jackson & The Shu Shu’s’, ‘Vanesa Harbek Band’, in collaboration with ‘La Cochera Cabaret’. All shows and events held in Mijas this summer will have reduced capacity and abide with all security measures. Another event will be the popular Celtic Night in August, if it follows the usual format, it will include stalls and other features. The Tourism Councillor, Jose Carlos Martin, said that the council continues to offer quality events to attract visitors from far and wide.
Hiking around Mijas MIJAS is popular with hikers and has many routes which will take you through a variety of plants and trees and bring you closer to nature. The tourism and environmental departments in the town have signposted the hiking routes to make them more accessible, as they vary in length and difficulty. Some areas are quite rocky and steep but others are easily covered even by young children. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a mountain goat. There are also areas for rock climbing. If you prefer a flatter area, there are walks signposted along the Fuengirola River, where you might be able to see an otter or two, or you could choose the Senda Litoral, the boardwalk along the Costa del Sol, which has one of its best areas on the coast of Mijas and offers lovely views of the sea and mountains.
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There are a number of churches and religious buildings ONE of the most unique is the Virgen de la Peña hermitage; the figure of the Virgin is placed in a cave made in the rock by a Carmelite monk in the late 17th century. A small chapel has been added and it is a popular place to visit and light a candle. The Inmaculada Concepcion Church was built upon the ruins of the former mosque. It is in the upper part of the town and was consecrated in 1631. It is popular for weddings with both locals and foreigners. It
The Inmaculada Concepcion Church. was restored in the 90s, revealing eight frescos with images of the apostles which date from the 17th century. There is also a church in Las Lagunas, San
Miguel; the 18th century Nuestra Señora de los Remedios Church; San Sebastian, dating from the 17th century; and the hermitages of El Calvario and San Anton.
Medieval era LIKE most of the south of Spain, Mijas came under Islamic rule following the invasion of troops from the Umayyad Caliphate of Damascus in the eighth century. For the following 700 years, Mijas was part of Al-Andalus, and although little is known of this time, there are documents which reveal The remains of Mijas Castle. there were uprisings in rural areas. During this era, Mijas grew both demographically and economically and when it was recovered by the Catholic Monarchs in 1487, there were three areas, Mixas, Osuna and Oznar, as well as the Sohail fortress. There were numerous farms, which mainly produced figs which were exported. Ceramics from this era have been found throughout all areas of the town. It is interesting to note that while Ronda, Marbella, Fuengirola and Benalmadena were all conquered by Catholic troops in 1485, Mijas resisted for two more years.
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MIJAS has bars, restaurants and beach restaurants for all tastes and budget, with foods including a variety of cold soups, such as salmorejo, gazpacho, gazpachuelo or ajoblanco. Don’t miss the chance to try the local rough bread (pan cateto), or the sugar covered almonds (gar-
rapiñadas). Like the rest of the Costa del Sol, Mijas has good seafood and fish, especially skewered sardines. A local dish is the Sopa de Maimones, which is similar to a gazpacho, but eaten hot, and another is Sopa de Ajos, which is eaten with fried bread rubbed with garlic. Ensala-
da Mijeña contains potato, cod, oranges, spring onions and olives; and a dish similar to porridge is also typical, gachas, with honey or milk and sugar. Hornazos are eaten around Easter and are like bread rolls containing an egg. Leche frita and buñuelos are popular sweet dishes.
Step back in time THE House Museum of Mijas is now open from 10am to 2pm and from 5pm to 9pm. The historical-ethnological centre in Mijas Pueblo is located in the old town hall and recreates the Mijas of yesterday through farming tools, fishing, oil mills, winery or kitchen. It also showcases itinerant art collections and local crafts. Health regulations are in place, the
Mijas Department of Culture has assured us. The Casa Museo is located in Plaza de la Libertad and entrance costs just €1. A visit to the museum will give you a better idea of what Mijas was in the past and how it has become the area it is today, as well as looking at how people used to live in the area and what they did before the arrival of the tourist trade.
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IN 2010, Mijas became the third most populated town in Malaga Province. Between 2000 and 2005 alone, the population rose by 39 per cent, mainly due to the rising number of elderly residents who moved to the area. The most populated area is the more modern and commercial part of Mijas, Las Lagunas, with around 47,000 inhabitants. The second most populated area is La Cala, while Mijas Pueblo has around-
The mountain area is inhabited by birds of prey. just 3,600 inhabitants. The areas of Entrerrios, Osunillas and Valtocado between them have more than 5,000 residents. This is all according to the official census, however, Mijas Town Hall believes the population for the area
could be more than double the official figures, and in summer, it normally rises to almost 200,000 people. The mountains are inhabited by many species of birds of prey and smaller birds, as well as mountain goats, dormice and genets.
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WHERE does the name Mijas come from?
Held from 9am to 2pm Wednesday - La Cala Fairground also 8pm to midnight until September 4 Thursday - Avenida Polaris, Riviera del Sol Saturday - Las Lagunas Fairground / La Cala Fairground also 8pm to midnight until September 4 Eco-market - 2nd Sunday of every month - Andalucia Park, Las Lagunas Eco-market - Last Sunday of every month, Central Boulevard La Cala de Mijas More information: 952 589 034 - 951 063 785
Mijas as a settlement was founded by the Turdetani, who were an ancient pre-Roman people of the Iberian Peninsula who lived in the Guadalquivir valley. Under Roman rule, the area was a fortress from which the coast was defended and they called it Tamisa. In 714, under Arab rule, the name was changed to Mixa. This is why you will still find the name Tamisa used in the town.
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What to see AS well as the churches, check out the Muralla Gardens, which are built upon the remains of the ramparts which surround the town. The gardens include a panoramic viewpoint looking out over the coast which offers amazing views. There are four watch towers along the coast of Mijas, they are in Calaburras, Calahonda and La Cala del Moral areas and were used to protect the town from invaders from the sea. In La Cala de Mijas there is a Visitors’ Centre to learn more about the towers, open in the summer from 11am to 2pm and 6pm to 10pm, entrance is €1. There is a large auditorium in Mijas Pueblo, which has been used for numerous concerts and other events, such as the Theatre Festival to be held from July 15 to 18, with free access at 10.30pm. There is also a theatre in Las Lagunas.
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Important contact details Emergencies of ANY sort: 112 National Police: 091 Local Police: 092 (952 19 70 97) Guardia Civil: 062 (952 59 10 07 / 952 47 40 30 / 952 49 30 23) Medical emergency: 061 (952 46 08 08 / 952 46 09 09) Firemen: 060 (952 58 63 82) Foreigners’ Department: 952 58 90 10 / frd@mijas.es National Police Station: 902 10 21 12 (to report a crime) Town Hall: Mijas Pueblo 952 48 59 00 Las Lagunas: 952 47 31 25 / 952 47 39 63 La Cala: 952 49 32 08 / 952 49 32 51 Tourist Offices: Mijas Pueblo: 952 58 90 34 La Cala – Mijas Costa: 951 063 785 Medical Centre Mijas Pueblo: 951 77 40 31 Medical Centre Las Lagunas: 951 06 22 47 Medical Centre La Cala: 951 26 73 60 Post Office: 952 48 57 17 / 952 49 30 01 Taxi: 952 47 82 88
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Cleaning up the beaches V O L U N T E E R S f ro m M i M o a n a a non-profit organisation based in Mijas and dedicated to cleaning beaches, oceans, coastlines and rivers, carried out a cleaning day in the Royal Beach area of Mijas. To encourage children to take part, a treasure hunt was organised as part of the event, in which they became pirates and looked for certain items to get a gift. Every month, MiMoana volunteers dedicate a Saturday morning to collecting rubbish, and this time, despite the heat, it was well
received, the co-founder, Nikky Wegloop, said. Participants cleared the beach of cigarette butts, masks, plastics and other debris. Wegloop said t h a t t h e y a re h o p e f u l b e c a u s e thing are improving and people are becoming more aware of the importance of not littering. The councillor for Beaches, Jose Carlos Martin, attended, as well a s d i v e r s f ro m D i v i n g w i t h N i c and the Royal Beach bar, who raffled a dinner amongst participants.
Get kids reading! THIS summer, Mijas has launched a campaign to encourage children to read. Children aged between six and 12 who are holders of the readers’ card can take part and with every book they read, they get a sticker. When they get 10 stickers, they get two tickets to Mijas Aqua Park as a prize, the councillor for Libraries, Natalia Martinez explained. The children will have to fill in diaries which will be different depending on their age, and will be encouraged to visit local beaches where they can collect the stickers they need. The aim is to get children to see reading in a different way from how they do during the school year, and think of it as a way to spend their free time in the summer, for entertainment. There are four municipal libraries in Mijas which families can visit to get the readers’ card and choose different books. At the end of August, there will be a party, and all children who have taken part in the campaign will get a diploma.
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A unique museum MIJAS PUEBLO has a very unique museum, the Miniatures Museum also known as El Carromato de Max. Opened in 1972, it contains a rare collection including fleas in dresses, a shrunken head (which could be the only one like it in the world), a ballet dancer carved on a toothpick, a naval battle on a pinhead, the Last Supper on a grain of rice, and more than 350 other items collected by Juan Elegido Millan, better known as Professor Max the Hypnotist, on his travels. He claimed to collect small objects because he didn’t have the money or space for large artefacts. Open during the summer from 10am to 10pm, entrance is €3 for adults, €1.50 for children and €2 for pensioners.
The museum features all sorts of small objects.
The Napoleonic War IN the 19th century during the War of Independence, Mijas was occupied by Napoleonic troops in 1810 and was the setting for many battles between Spanish and invading troops. That same year, around 2,000 Spanish and English troops, under British General Blayney, disembarked on the beach of La Cala de Mijas, intending to attack the castle and rid the surrounding areas of Napoleon’s soldiers. Despite the six English ships supporting the campaign, they failed miserably and Lord Blayney was taken prisoner. This was one of the most important battles of the era in Andalucia. However, in August 1812, French troops left Mijas and went to Malaga. From there they left the province and headed north. In 1841, Fuengirola became independent from Mijas.
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From farming to tourism UNTIL the mid-20th century, the town’s economy was based around the local mills and every household in the rural areas had their own oven and granary. There was a complex system for irrigation with more than 200 kilometres of channels. From the late 1950s and
especially between 1960 and 1980, huge changes begin to occur in Mijas with the arrival of tourists on the Costa del Sol. Many landowners sold their properties to developers who were building the first urbanisations which became home to the areas foreign residents. This newly arrived
financial activity led to a huge development in the services sector while farming declined. The population also skyrocketed from 7,000 people at the beginning of 1950 to more than 33,000 at the beginning of the 90s. The population is now around 87,000 people.
Grapevines galore DURING the 19th century, the town’s economy was based on farming and the paper industry. Taking advantage of the water which flowed naturally from the mountains, several mills were built especially in the Osunilla and Santa Ana arSeveral mills were built in the area. eas. There were also existing mills from Medieval times, for oil and bread, which continued to be used. Fig trees had been replaced by grapevines and 80 per cent of the land was used for vineyards, attracting workers from other parts of the province who then settled in Mijas and causing the population to rise rapidly. However, a plague of phylloxera at the end of the century totally decimated the vines and people started to leave. The population growth did not start again until after the Spanish Civil War.
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Charity Market this summer WHEN charity shops were closed during lockdown, a large part of their income was cut off. Some joined forces with Mijas Foreign Residents’ Department and came up with a plan: a Charity Market, which was launched several months ago and will carry on throughout the summer on the last Wednesday and Thursday of every month in July and August from 7pm to 10pm. Held by the town hall building in La Cala de Mijas, several different charities take part and put up stalls selling all kinds of secondhand goods from their charity shops as well as other items to raise money. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy the warm evenings in La Cala, have a walk around and browse the stalls for a bargain buy.
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Pueblo Tapa Route
Will also include live music.
Will carry on through the summer.
Mijas donkey rides FOR better or worse, Mijas is known for its donkeys, especially the socalled ‘burrotaxis’. This first started in the late 50s when quarry workers returned home with their donkeys and found that tourists started taking photos of them. They would also sometimes ask for rides around the town and the locals found a new way of making money. They are still used to take rides around the town, and there are more than 60 donkeys, eight of them pulling small carts. They can be seen in Avenida del Compas, in the centre of Mijas Pueblo. Just last year, Katy Darlow, who created the Mijas Donkey Movement Project, a non-profit organisation reached an agreement with the owners of the donkeys to bring an equine veterinarian to check on their health and give advice on how to improve their conditions.
MIJAS Pueblo Tapa Route will be held this year every Tuesday and Thursday throughout July and August. The tapas route, which the council for Tourism hopes will delight both locals and tourists will comply with all current health and safety regulations and will be held from 7.30pm to 11pm as part of the Vive Mijas de Noche programme, which also includes live music from Monday to Thursday at 10pm and a street market in Plaza Virgen de la Peña. There will also be live music on Friday nights in La Cala. According to the Mijas Town Hall the bars and restaurants taking part in the Tapas Route are La Fuente, Bar Fiesta, Chema’s Terrace, La Pesca, Porras and La Boveda del Flamenco, and cafés Bellavista, CoffeeArt and Tapintxo, as well as ice cream parlours Casa Esteban and Mijhitas.
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Donkey Dreamland Get to know flamenco LOCATED just five minutes from La Cala, Donkey Dreamland is a donkey rescue centre to protect abused and neglected donkeys which also carries out education and interactive activities to educate people about these beautiful animals. One such activity is the Yoga with donkeys, held on Wednesdays from 7pm to 9pm, with a suggested donation of €15 for a two-hour session which includes organic juices, chai tea and vegan treats at the end. Donkey Dreamland has also organised a Summer Camp for children between eight and 12 years old, Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm in August, for €125 per week or €400 for the whole month. For more information, call 640 111 651. There will be donkey walks, dancing, arts and crafts workshops, pool activities, cooking, garden-
ing and much more. Donkey Dreamland receives visitors for tours on Saturdays and Sundays which can be booked at www.donkeydreamland.eu
Try Yoga with donkeys.
The Roman era
WHEN the Romans arrived in the area, they built roads which allowed them to safely get between the south of Spain and Rome, for commercial matters and for the movement of soldiers. One such road, which is documented in the third century, linked the cities of Malaca (Malaga) and Gades (Cadiz) and went through what is now Mijas, also used by other smaller towns. Remains discovered in the area show that there was a Roman city called Suel, although the usual buildings like temples, forum, theatre, have not been found. Experts believe they would have been on the right side of the river, in the area where El Chaparral Roman Villa has been found. At the time, Mijas may have been called Tamisa and was an important producer of marble from the nearby mountains. Ceramics and coins from the first century BC to the fourth century have been found.
THE Flamenco al Compas festival is being held in Plaza Virgen de la Peña in Mijas Pueblo on Wednesdays at 9pm this month and is a great opportunity to learn more about this traditional style of Spanish singing and dancing. On July 21, singer Ismael Tamayo is joined by Juan Carlos Gutierrez on the guitar and Isaac Garcia on percussion, for the show Variedades, which will highlight different styles of flamenco, bring the local artist’s flamenco style to popular songs and present some of his own creations. The following Wednesday, July 28, sees Sonia Berbel singing, Jose Antonio Rojas on the guitar, and the dancing skills of Juan Diego Tenorio and Claudia Cruz, with Un Olé a Tiempo. This brings the classic and contemporary styles of flamenco together and includes several pieces and styles, such as fandango and tango.
For more information, contact cultura@mijas.es or phone 952 590 380.
Go nuts for garrapiñadas! Caramel-covered nuts.
ONE of the most famous treats you can buy in Mijas are the Garrapiñadas, caramel-covered nuts. Although they can be made with different varieties of nuts, in Andalucia, they are usually made with almonds. They are covered in sugar and vanilla flavouring to make caramels which then hardens on the outside of the nuts and is deliciously sweet. Before you even get near them, you will be drawn by the unmistakable sweet smell, and now, the sellers who prepare them on the streets of Mijas have got new carts which were
visited recently by the mayor. He explained that the street sellers had long been requesting to all have the same image, so now, they have 10 new stands which are just another of the town’s tourist attractions. Made with galvanised steel and covered with aluminium designed to look like wood, they are topped with a marble stone and have an area to store the tools of the trade. One of the sellers, whose family has been preparing garrapiñadas on the streets of Mijas Pueblo since 1975, said that he and the others were very grateful for the new carts.