The Grapevine Magazine May 2019

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May 2019 Issue 169

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Editors Note...

May is a great month in Spain. Temperatures are beautiful, there is little rain. I know we don’t have much rain and we need it, but it really does infringe on the working day and indeed the outdoor leisure activities which there is plentiful of in Spain. May also means we are nearer the summer holidays and the kids love the holidays so they are happier!

Photo: The Alhambra Palace, Granada

SALES HOTLINE

May is also a good month for festivals there is La Noche en Blanco, a culture night in Malaga and Aplec de Caragol in Lleida a snail celebration! Also, we have the Cordoba Courtyard festival “Fiesta de los Patios” which is a beautiful time to visit Cordoba. More information can be found on page 58. In Madrid we have the San Isidro Festival, one of its most famous holidays and lasts over a week. The capital is packed with locals and tourists. If you want to visit during this extremely popular and traditional festival I would suggest booking early. See more information on page 56.

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May Weather Days with rainfall: 3 Days Avg Max Temperature: 23.2 c Hours of Sunshine : 9.4 p/day The weather data is for guidance only and is the average monthly maximum for the Costa del Sol No part of this publication may be used or reproduced or scanned without prior consent of The Grapevine Magazine.

The Grapevine Magazine accepts no responsibility for any alterations to events listed, claims made by our advertisers or information provided by our contributors.

DEPOSITO LEGAL: NO. MA-711-2005

The 26th May is an important date this month due to the local elections. Don’t forget to register to vote as there are so many expats in the area and our votes really do count. For more local news in the area don’t forget to read pages 86 and 87.

Enjoy and Keep Reading The Editor

Inside This Month

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26 The 11th Competa Art Walk 2019 Last month Cómpeta Celebrated its 11th Art Walk!

50 Bar La Peña, Archez An Interview with Colin The New Owner

54 Mountain Wine & Music 2019 Summer Concerts in Sayalonga

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84 Camping Cuttings

by Lorraine Cavanagh Never Enough Thyme!

José Luis

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PERSIANAS

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Avda. La Constitucion 2, Competa Tel: 952 516 397 Mobile: 658 847 421 persianas9@yahoo.es

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Come and find us in our new offices Avenida Andalucia 65c, Torre del Mar

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Tel mobile: +34 618 295 063 New this month!

Price:525,000 Euros

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Denise Hill

Tel office +34 601 626 525 New this month!

Price:149,950 Euros

Canillas de Aceituno

Alcaucin

Magnificent 4/5 bed, 4 bath +wc villa (268m²), open plan living/kitchen/dining with many bespoke features, fantastic outside terraces with stunning views, decked area with hot tub.

A successful rental business and a must see property!

EPC - E ref: v1312

Canillas de Aceituno

Beautiful 5 bed, 2 bath villa (282m²), including separate ground floor guest apartment, mature easily accessible level gardens, fabulous terraces, breath-taking views, secluded pool area, a must to see!

Quirky 2 bed, 1 bath fully furnished house (77m²), open plan living/dining/kitchen with a cosy feel, many unique features, quaint front terrace, a place where modern and quirky mix perfectly, successful rental business, a unique must see property. ref: t1317 EPC - E

Price reduced!

Price:375,000 Euros

EPC - E

New this month!

Price:199,950 Euros

New this month!

Price:329,950 Euros

Sedella

This Month’s Special Offer!

Stunning 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse (185m²), open plan living/dining/kitche n, additional second floor lounge, bright internal atrium, enclosed patio with water feature, roof terrace with mountain, countryside and village views, a must see property.

Competa

Beautiful 4 bed, 2 bath country villa (206m²) including a separate guest apartment. Enjoying one of the best locations in the area. This spectacular villa offers spacious living spaces that can be extended into the preinstalled garage. Here there is potential for a B&B.

EPC - E

New this month! Price:699,000 Euros

Sayalonga Spacious 4 bed, 3 bath villa (229m²), including a sep. 1 bed and 1 bath guest accom. Bright lounge with kitchen/dining, wonderful far reaching sea & mountains views, garage, swimming pool, several terraces, requires some updating.

ref: t1316 EPC - E

ref: v1247

EPC - E

ref: v1322

New this month!

Price: 149,950 Euros

New this month!

ref: v1314 Price:189,000 Euros

Canillas de Aceituno

Torre del Mar

Substantial 4 bed, 4 bath townhouse (302m²), 2 reception rooms, first floor terrace with stunning views, terrace at ground floor with bbq, possibility for independent guest accommodation, private swimming pool, garage.

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Beautiful modern 1 bed, 1 bath fully furnished house (50m²) with spacious open plan living/dining/kitchen, unique features, large roof terrace with built in BBQ, spectacular Immaculately presented 3 bed, views, a unique 1 bath villa (100m²), bright sun room, lounge and property that must be newly fitted kitchen, elevated position with sea, seen. mountain and countryside views, secluded pool deck with bbq and outside kitchen, sold fully EPC - E furnished for immediate occupation.

Almachar

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“ The advertised prices include all of the sellers costs including any commissions. They do not include the buyers costs which can be between 10% and 13% of the advertised price, this includes notary and Grapevine To advertise call 637 registry fees, buyers legal fees, purchase tax (8%) and any mortgage set up costs.”

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New this month!

Price:144,950 Euros

Competa Large 5 bed 2 bath townhouse (216m²) with good access. This property could easily be converted into 2 separate apartments or used as a B&B with garage, bodega, covered terrace and huge roof terrace. An opportunity not to be missed!

EPC - E ref: t1315 Price reduced!

Price:359,950 Euros

Moclinejo Magnificent south facing 2 storey 5 bed 3 bath villa (190m²) with easy access, infinity pool, extensive terracing and breathtaking sea views a successful business with a proven rental history. ref: v1100 EPC - E

Price reduced!

Price:219,000 Euros

Fantastic property!

Price:299,950 Euros

Canillas de Albaida

Great investment!

Price:79,000 Euros

Riogordo

EPC - E

Comares

Rustic style 3 bed, 1 bath villa (110m²), with living/dining area and separate kitchen, fully enclosed managable sized garden with octagonal pool, spacious terrace with bbq area, great roof terrace, would make a great project as the property requires some updating.

EPC - E ref: v1238

Drop into my new office to list your property or for an informal chat.

Beautiful property! Price:248,950 Euros

We can advertise your property on Rightmove Overseas – Alcaucin Lovely 3 bed, 1 bath villa Give us a call now!

(131m²) with good sized rooms and good road access. The flat land has an abundance of olive and fruit trees, along with a level patch of land perfect for an above ground pool and deck area.

A great property and a must to see!

EPC - E ref: v1286

Great property

Price: 259,950 Euros

Well established 3 bed 2 bath villa (119m²) with spacious living/dining room, good sized kitchen, terraces, covered terrace, pool, car port, storage/utility room and spectacular views across Lake Viñuela.

EPC - E

Great value!

Sedella

Charming traditional 2 bed 1 bath village house (82m²) with on-street parking, spacious living area/kitchen, nice original features, walled terrace and 2 roof terraces with lovely countryside views.

Price:120,000 Euros

Fantastic restored 4 bed, 2 bath + wc townhouse (327m²) set over 3 floors, 4 reception rooms all with beautiful rustic features, internal courtyard/atrium, fantastic roof terrace with stunning views, full of character and charm. A must see property!

EPC - D ref: t1283

Sedella Stunning 3 bed 3 bath villa (195m²) Viñuela near Arenas. Beautifully finished to a very high standard, this superb property has really spacious living accommodation, large covered terrace, pool area and breathtaking far reaching views. ref: v1176 EPC - D

Price reduced!

Price:279,000 Euros

Arenas

Delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa (150m²), open plan living/dining/kitchen in a peaceful location with a covered terrace, attractive mature gardens, a private pool and mountain and countryside views.

ref: v1117 EPC - E Price: 39,000 Euros

Charming 1 bed, 1 bath (60m²) townhouse, living room and first floor kitchen/dining, good size roof terrace, quiet village location, would make great holiday home, a must see property at a great price.

ref: t775 EPC - E

Price reduced!

Stunning views!

ref: v1197 Price:279,000 Euros

Competa

Beautiful 3/4 bed 2 bath villa (130m²) in a peaceful location with good access and stunning open views. With lots of terrace space, attractive pool area, fantastic roof terrace with outside kitchen and lovely garden.

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at the club until 2023. The 26year-old Slovenia international has kept 115 clean sheets in 203 appearances for Diego Simeone's side since joining from Benfica in 2014. He won the Europa League with the Spanish side in 2018 and helped them to the 2106 Champions League final, where they lost to rivals Real Madrid. Oblak said he was "very happy" to pledge his future to Atletico. "I will always give my best to defend these colours with everything, I will continue to work hard," he added.

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Basque fishing vessel converted into a migrant rescue boat called the Aita Mari is having problems going to the Greek island of Lesbos, where it aims to deliver humanitarian aid to the thousands of refugees concentrated there. The restrictions for rescue missions cannot affect the ship’s other humanitarian tasks Humanitarian Maritime Rescue. On its way through the Strait of Gibraltar this past Saturday, the Spanish Maritime Authority warned the crew, first over the radio and then by email, that it had to return to a Spanish port: “You do not have permission to cross the Mediterranean. Before leaving Spanish territorial waters… you must request a dispatch indicating the port and destination area, and detailing the activity you plan to carry out.”Since January, the Spanish Maritime Authority, which answers to the the Public Works Ministry, has been stopping this vessel from

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going into Libyan waters to rescue migrants and refugees in distress. The non-profit organization which owns the Aita Mari, Humanitarian Maritime Rescue, accepted the order, and instead of rescuing migrants, decided to head toward the Greek island of Lesbos to deliver more than 40 crates of medical supplies, diapers and infant formula. The boat got authorization for this mission at a port in Lisbon, Portugal. However, the Spanish maritime authority has demanded that the boat return to a Spanish port to obtain new authorization. A ministry spokesperson said that the permission granted in Portugal is not valid. “As an NGO vessel dedicated to rescue missions it needs to apply for a dispatch at a Spanish port specifying its exact destination and the activity it plans to carry out.”

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tletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak has signed a new contract to keep him

pain has issued two international arrest warrants after the extraordinary details of an alleged attack on the North Korean embassy in Madrid were revealed by a judge. Information regarding what happened in the incident at the embassy last month had been scarce, but it was thought to have involved a group identifying themselves as human rights activists working to bring down the regime of Kim Jong-un. Now, a report by a National Court judge in Spain claims that an investigation has found 10 activists forced their way into the embassy using fake guns, knives and balaclavas, tied up and gagged staff including the North Korean envoy and stole hard drives and documents.

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bandoned animals have been found in a zoo in southern Spain months after it was closed, campaigners have claimed. Two bears, a tiger, four baboons, fallow deer and a series of other animals were reportedly found at the Prudencio Navarro Zoo in the town of Ayamonte.The zoo has been closed to the public for two months. Campaigners from Proyecto Gran Simio (Great Ape Project) an animal rights charity, released videos of the empty zoo and condemned the conditions the animals were living in.

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HOTEL BALCÓN DE CÓMPETA THE THREE STAR HOTEL IN THE BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE OF CÓMPETA C/San Antonio, 75 - Cómpeta Tel: (+34) 952 55 3662 / 3535 Fax (+34) 952 51 6780 Email: info@hotel-competa.com WHATSAPP: (+ 34) 671132563 FACEBOOK: /HotelBalconDeCompeta Website: www.hotel-competa.com

RESTAURANTE MARIA

We Open Every Day (Except On Wednesdays, Cafeteria And Kitchen Are Closed After Breakfast Due To Staff Day Off) .

Menu Of The Day for Lunch (Starter, Main Course & Dessert) on the terrace from 1pm Monday to Saturday (Except On Wednesdays) .

Sunday Lunch : Menu Of 3 Courses: Roast Beef & Paella On Sundays, from 13.00h at the Terrace.

SUNDAY 12th MAY: BANDITS LIVE MUSIC from 2.00pm Please Book in advance your table

TUESDAY 14th MAY: MATCHING MENU 4 Plates & 4 Glasses of Wine for 22€ pp Dinner commented by a Sommelier From 7.30pm Please book your table in advance

9th , 17TH , 31ST MAY: FLAMENCO DANCER SHOW, Traditional flamenco dances: “SARA SERRANO” Have dinner with us and enjoy a beautiful Flamenco From 20.00 - 22.00 pm IN THE RESTAURANT Book in advance to avoid disappointment

RENT A NEW MINI COUNTRYMAN: from 50 euros per day Mileage Limited Fuel Policy: Same to Same Pick-up Location: Hotel Balcon

SUNDAY 19th MAY: MITCH & MIGUELITO LIVE MUSIC from 2.00pm Please Book in advance your table

Ask in reception for more details

DON´T FORGET TO BOOK YOUR TABLE DON´T FORGET TO BOOK YOUR TABLE Info & Reservations: +34 952553535 info@hotel-competa.com Taxi TaxiTo Service Service available available 24h873 advertise call 63724h 028

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AXARQUIA SOLICITORS Difference Between NIE Number and Certificate of Residence.

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hat is the NIE number?

Is it the same as the residence number?

Which one proves residence in Spain? These are some of the most common questions that a foreigner may have when coming to Spain.

The NIE number means NUMERO DE IDENTIDAD DE EXTRANJERO. It is basically a Tax Identification Number for foreigners, to be issued by the police offices. It is a personal number which will always be the same and that will be used when buying for example a property or a car, and when paying the purchase taxes.

Without this number it is not possible to purchase a property in Spain.

Getting a NIE number does not allow foreigners to live and reside in Spain. Although EU citizens can live and reside in Spain,

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people of other nationalities will need to apply for residence in Spain (a different procedure more much complicated that getting the NIE number).

submit the applications. A solicitor will guide you throughout this burocracy process so your application does not become a nightmare.

Please also note that any foreigner who lives and resides in Spain must get the residence certificate, that is different from the NIE number and which is a legal document which confirms that person is living and residing in Spain. This document is also issued by the police offices.

Marbellasolicitors Group has a team of lawyers that can help and assist you with this or any other issues.

EU citizens can get this certificate of residence without problems, however other nationalities can only get it by appling for it at Spanish embassies in their own countries.

Please, do not hesitate to contact us and arrange an appointment at any of our offices:Axarquia Solicitors Camino Remanente, nยบ 2 Edif. Remanente, 1ยบ A 29700 Velez-Mรกlaga Mobile (00 34) 682818422 www.axarquiasolicitors.com See advert opposite

Using a solicitor can make the difference when applying for any of these documents as he knows the forms to be filled, the steps to be taken and the right places to

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19TH MAY IS THE LAST SUNDAY THAT WE ARE OPEN FOR SUNDAY LUNCHES UNTIL AFTER THE SUMMER AND WE WILL BE CELEBRATING WITH LIVE MUSIC FROM LEO FROM THE 20TH MAY WE WILL BE OPEN EVERYDAY FROM 19:00 TO 23:00

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cyclemalaga.com BIKE HIRE TOURS & HOLIDAYS

ROAD BIKE & MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTAL

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Europe’s highest and longest road bike ascent. (2430m) Going from glorious sunshine to freezing temperatures in just a few kilometres riding into the thin air, one for the cyclists bucket list!

One Day Excursion Distance: 71km Metres Climbed: 2430m Difficulty Rating: *4/5

We will collect you from your holiday accommodation and drive to the village of Güejar Sierra, which is located at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in the Granada Province of Andalucia. From here the climbing begins!

Minimum of two cyclists. Discounts available for groups of 3 or more.

Bike Hire, helmet, pedals, transport and guide incl.

If you have already booked bike hire the excursion price will be discounted

This tour can be shortened and completed on 29er mountain bikes

Personalised Guided Tours & Bike Transport Tell us what you are looking for and we can put together a list of personalised guided tours

Looking to cycle in a different area?

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Restaurante Taberna

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Teteria Hierbabuena

Get the real & tasty Indian & Moroccan food as well as Traditional Spanish Food.

All ingredients are fresh and all dishes homemade

Breakfasts - Tapas - Snacks - Main Dishes Thursday Curry Night - Traditional Fish and chips Served Every Day Outside Terrace with Heaters Morrocan Shop inside the restaurant!

Teteria Hierbabuena Taberna Reservations call 951 70 76 38 Avenida de la Constitucion 35, CĂłmpeta We can be found next to the Car Park Reservations Recommended

Las Arrijana Sayalonga Our Self catering houses are at the foot of the Natural Park of Sierras Tejeda and Almijara.

The Arrijana Rural House has 5 double bedrooms with bathrooms all in a Morrocan style, with swimming pool, Jacuzzi, BBQ and a beautiful Arab tent.Ideal for large groups and popular for Special Events. Ask for more information about our Christmas Lunch and Xmas Market

We also have Casa Rural Madre Tierra and three apartments (Alma, MontaĂąa y Reina).

We are a family company with years of experience in the tourism sector You can reserve a table in our restaurant, book hiking trails and other outdoor activities We would love you to experince Andalucia from our rural country homes. .

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casa rurales costa del sol

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El Cortijo

Bar & Restaurante

Avd Canillas 6, Competa Tel: 952 553 647 Mov: 617 066 855

Private on-site Parking email: elcortjocompeta.gmail.com

Best views to the coast Full Vegan & Vegetarian menu!

Unique to our restaurant in Competa Meat cooked on the stone to your liking alongside a full a la cart menu

Sunday Lunch Domingos de 13.00 -16.00 Sunday Lunch 13.00 -16.00 Sonntag von 13.00 -16.00

Ternera asada 7€ Roast Beef 7€ Roastbeef 7€

Abierto 6 noches cada semana de 18.30 - 23.00 Open 6 nights a week from 18.30 - 23.00 Jedeu / Abend / Geoffuet 18.30 -23.00 Cerrado el lunes Closed Mondays

A great venue for a special event and fantastic views of the hanging houses of Competa!

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JMS Services Maintenance and Services Servicios y Mantenimientos

We offer a full maintenance service for all of your home and everyday needs. We can help you with: Small building jobs Electrical & Plumbing Metal works/Welding Garden & Pool Maintenance Handy Man Services Painting & Decorating Septic Tank Issues Car ITV assistance and much more, call me for a quote We cover the areas:Native English Competa, Canillas de Albaida, & Fluent Spanish Archez, Salares, Sedella, Canillas de Aceituno, Corumbela, Arenas, Sayalonga, Torrox, Algarrobo and all the countryside in between�.

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have given so much of their time and efforts. Especially the Art Walk likes to name a few of the hard working volunteers in the team; the artists Mitch France and Gerrit Oppelland-Hampel and Anne Konig. Also thanks to the hosts who offered their houses or gardens for the art shows. Of course the Art Walk is happy with so many enthusiastic artists, musicians and theatre makers who made this 11th edition an unforgettable experience for many! Muchas gracias for taking part in the event!

COMPETA ARTWALK 2019 Cómpeta Celebrated its 11th Art Walk! Magical Cómpeta Showcasing Magical Art!

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ne of the most interesting and inspiring cultural events in springtime in the costa del sol!

The visitors enjoyed great art from a wide spectrum like painting, sculpture, video art etc. and had interesting contacts with the artists.

For many it was an exciting day out during the 11th Art Walk days, quite a few spent multiple days!

Art works and craft works by 39 artists were on show at 26 venues in the beautiful town of Cómpeta. Most artists were present all 4 days and were happy to talk and exchange about their work, inspiration, vision and techniques with the eager to learn audience. This year there were also other activities, ranging from a meditation ceremony to Free Dance and the 'Art-Walkers', theatre makers moving in the streets of Cómpeta, submerging the village in creative vibes.

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To make the cultural event complete this year many of the visitors enjoyed exceptional live music every day! A big variety in styles was offered; jazz, flamenco, Italian music, blues, soul, rock and eclectic world music. People of all kind of nationalities found their way into the mountains to enjoy the jewel Cómpeta. Hotels were fully booked, restaurants packed. The village is already known as ‘a place to be’ for artists and musicians, and it seems every year more and more people find their way to this inspiring area with tempting art vibes all over the place!

The Art Walk organisation is thanking the municipality for providing their available spaces in the town hall. The Art Walk is very pleased with the number of businesses who have chosen to support this great vibrant cultural event. A huge ‘thank you’ must also go out to the volunteers who

Impression from one of the volunteers: "Running up and down the village to help fixing the many details that help make the day was exhausting because of Cómpeta’s famous many steps, but still a real pleasure because of the great atmosphere at all 26 venues. Hope to be running around in 2020!"

Last but not least we like to thank Lieuwke Loth for her endless efforts to make it another success. She dedicates much of her time, skills and energy to make it an event that’s giving big value to the town and the people.

From a small Art Walk she made it into a big cultural event of which we all can be proud of!

For pictures of the event you can visit the website: www.artcompeta.com, or the facebook page: artcompeta. Lara Jayne Jackson has filmed and interviewed quite a few of the artists and their work during the Art Walk and will make a compilation that will be online later on.

That was it for 2019!

Cheers on the arts & music & inspiration!

Art has no borders.

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BECOMING A COMPETANIAN

By Josephine Drew

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his article was prompted by a chance remark that I heard on the coast, and I quote,'I’ve just seen someone putting olive oil on bread and some people dip bread or croissants into their coffee, how disgusting'! (Its not and its delicious).Then I was told, (not sure if its an urban myth), that someone was overheard in the Plaza saying, 'Nice little place, but too full of Spanish'!

So a few musings on Competa life, traditions and local knowledge.

Competa is a Spanish working village and proud of it, and the residents are tolerant of tourists and immigrants as long as they are met half way, and try to learn a bit about their customs and language.

There has been a lot of changes in the village to bring up to the 21st century. But wasn't it fun years ago, rather like being in a 1950s time warp?

There are 'extranjeros' who’ve been here since God was a boy,

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who remember much more about the Village than I, (and no doubt they will put me straight of some aspects) but I am addressing this the recent arrivals.

I have been told that some stalwarts had furniture being brought up from the coast by donkey cart, because the road was a track! Those who had to fill their cars on the coast with petrol and then get extra cans filled in case they ran out. Telephone was via satellite on the campo, and in the village there was a telephone in the old Post Office, so everyone could listen to your call. Electricity was forever cutting out (still does).

The old men on the Plaza who would sit over a glass of water or small coffee in Pericos playing dominoes, hogging the shady seats, while their wives, cooked and cleaned the tiny houses, and in the Winter wrapped in a shawl, stoke up the Brasero, (a little covered fire, filled with wood, then covered with a damp cloth and left to turn into charcoal) which was put under the round table in the

evening.And 'donkey man' who came through Plaza Vendimia so drunk that he held onto the tail of his donkey, who took him safely home. He was called Fernando.

There was even a post-card of him!

Then there are more recent memories of the car park as waste ground with trees, or the play area near Bar Miguel. The old outside swimming pool which is now the covered car park and a lovely orange grove complete with donkey grazing, above where Jara the fruit shop is. The public laundry, was near where La Teteria and the Bodiga are. This was where the ladies jostled for pole position to get the best sinks, then gossiped and got the washing done at the same time, with plenty of mountain water (there is one left to view in Canillas). The covered market near the Church, now the Paseo de Tradiciones, or the fountain outside the church. The Museo (well worth a visit to see how life was not so long ago) was the Guardia Civil headquarters.

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Calle San Antonio, was a very important street many years ago and until recently had the town hall at one end and the police station at the other, next to the medical centre. Lastly the Ironmongers, off the Plaza, who sold dried fish, and alcohol, along with paint, work clothes, pots and pans and also put batteries in watches! He was also the part time television repair man. Although its just been refurbished, it still retains its old atmosphere. Watch batteries are still renewed there. (maybe not the smelly fish)!

Easter processions, May is the confirmations, June is San Juan, When we first arrived here 15 July is the feria, August the night of years ago, the voices in the bars wine, September the bonfire in were predominantly Spanish, so to Plaza Carmen, October the enjoy a drink in your local you went chestnuts in Plazaletto, November armed with a smile and a phrase all saints, December, 6th and 8th book, or dictionary, much to the are public holidays and also there is a Christmas lunch for the amusement of the barman! The same for shop transactions, and in pensioners which is the highlight of doing so you were accepted by the the year, and January is three kings. The list is bigger than this! local population. (But of course Do make an effort to visit some of now we have magic phones that these celebrations. It can be have Google translate, a daunting at first especially with the godsend)! The family businesses noise. were then run by the previous generation. No one spoke any There has been a lot of changes, other language then but the village Try shopping locally in the various supermarkets which all have a few mainly due to the rising economy dialect! Now those family international goods, yes, chocolate and EU funding, also helped by 30 businesses have been taken over tastes different here, also milk different nationalities living and by the next generation and (now fresh is available, I don’t like visiting here. A lot of these refurbished, which is a bit of a it any-more), sliced bread (sweet), nationalities speak English, but shame, because wandering and butchery is different, but please don’t expect the locals to around a general store in the half nothing is going to poison you. chat back in your language in light, trying to find things was an They have SR flour, icing sugar, every establishment. It is not their adventure! (There is one left near butter, English recipe sausages, first language and be grateful that Plaza Carmen which sells Findus frozen products, just to some have learned a bit. After everything from paint to bras run mention a few, its just labelled getting a bank account, N.I.E,

by Amalia) differently thats all. Live residencia, health insurance, dangerously and eat more fruit and padron, another important 'to do' Another way to connect with the on your list should be to learn locals and pick up some language vegetables, use the market. try tostada with olive oil and tomatoes some Spanish. Not to a fluent is to join the various activities, for breakfast in a bar, and forget level, just enough to ask for things Badminton, Swimming, Yoga, in shops and bars. The most polite Pilates, Running, Cycling, Zumba, the eggs and bacon! It took me a couple of years to pluck up Keep Fit, the list keeps getting phrase to learn is 'do you speak English?' 'habla ingles?'. They may added to year in year out. Also the courage to try and ask for the tostada, but I am addicted to the reply, 'poco, or poquito', (a bit) but town hall has trips out, all free, if mushy tomato, garlic and olive oil you are a pensioner. We have it establishes rapport. Once you been to various villages and towns, on my crusty toast! have said that, the pointing and mime can begin. Someone and seen cathedrals, churches, You may have come to Competa working in a shop or a bar on museums and exhibitions and for the weather, to make the minimum wage should not be eaten plenty. Last January we pension stretch, to make a new expected to speak two languages went to see the belens (nativity partnership work or to have a after all a British shop-worker, or figures) and had a lovely meal in better life for the family. Whatever barman in the UK, can normally an hotel along with 3 other reason, embrace the new culture, only speak one language. Its not villages. There is a ladies and make acquaintances with the the fault of the individual, we as a association, open to all ages, and Spanish, your hosts, because nation are not really good at nationalities which has trips and there is more to life than being on languages, having relied on other activities, not free, but very everyone speaking English. Other cheap. Bus trips by the local travel a 365 day holiday.

Europeans speak their own company, and Loymerbus are now language, English and they seem doing day trips and picking up from (Another new bus time‌..The 17.30 from Canillas to Torre is now to find Spanish effortless! My Canillas and Competa.

17.00, but still only the 19.30 bus spoken Spanish is not good, but I can read it a bit, and have been a Then there are the saints days and back!) I am hoping they put beginner now for over 12 years! It's fiesta to enjoy, all advertised in the another one on in the Summer like usually the fear of looking a fool or Grapevine or town hall web site. In last year). sounding one that is the stumbling March there was an afternoon tea block, and if a Spaniard laughs at to celebrate International Womens your efforts, they are laughing with day. March/April are the wonderful

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Rosa Luz Fernández Cebreros, candidate of Por Mi Pueblo for the Mayor of Cómpeta

I would like to introduce myself; I am Rosa Luz Fernández Cebreros, candidate of Por Mi Pueblo for the Mayor of Cómpeta. I am a woman from Cómpeta. Many of you might know me because of my family. My parents are the owners of the Komo Komo supermarket in the Cómpeta car park.

Others will know me for my work as I am always at the service of one and all for one reason or other who needs help. I consider myself a hardworking, cheerful, sociable person who hates injustices. I am always willing to collaborate in all that is asked of me. I love both my fellow compatriots as well as the foreigners who have decided to join and live with us in this wonderful place. I am in love with my town and It fills me with joy and pride to know that I'm not alone in thinking that Competa is a special place, and every year more of you decide to spend some time of your lives in this village.

I have decided to run for Mayor because I think that we need to evolve and improve many things in order to keep this town moving forward. All the people who have decided to live here need representation in the town hall as we are all part of the life that make-up this village. Foreigners are a fundamental pillar giving the village a cultural diversity that enriches us and makes us unique. That's why, in my team there are people from different backgrounds and nationalities which will represent you in the town hall.

Additionally, there will be an office with qualified personnel who will listen, answer and help in all that foreigners needs. The office will be there to listen to all your complaints and requests in order to be able to maintain a direct communication with all nationalities. I will personally take care of this and I will also be available to you whenever you need me.

Our party, FOR MY VILLAGE, is a municipal party, independent, which is not considered right or left. Which will give us the freedom to work and choose all the good ideas, and carry them out without looking from where they originate. They give us the possibility to manage our town just looking for the best interests of our village. In other words, we will work for you and for Competa. We have developed

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a program, which we will show you in detail during the election campaign.

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would like to give you some points in advance so that you start learning about us.

We will work to improve the recycling infrastructure of our village.

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We will improve the cleaning and garbage service, both for the town and for the campo.

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We must improve the Campo roads and tracks and expand and improve the roads that lead to the village and those that link us to the other towns and take us to the Sierra Tejeda and Almijara whilst always being respectful to the environment.

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We must take care of the environment that surrounds us, thus protecting all species of animals that inhabit with us. We all have the right to inhabit and enjoy Competa.

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We will also promote sports, offering new activities for all ages, promoting a healthy lifestyle, keeping everyone especially young people from the dangerous world of drugs, which we will fight from the town hall.

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We will work to guarantee water throughout our Campo so we are not affected by the drought.

Another one of our fundamental points will be the one of the creation of specific jobs for young people through workshops and training courses. They are our future and in them we must focus in order to guarantee them a better future.

To conclude, I would like say the Town Hall needs young people like us prepared to carry out all these projects and many more. Our group is the best one to represent you, since in it, we have people of various ages and with different skills and abilities in order to reflect the diverse population that exists in Competa, we all have in common the desire and the willingness to work to improve the lives of all of you.

I give you my woman's word that it will be that way. I ask for your support and confidence on the 26th of May. Without your support none of this would be possible. With all of your help, we will advance towards the future. We will be happy to assist you individually and we hope you will share your ideas and your questions with us.

You can contact us at Facebook: Por mi Pueblo Cómpeta Email: pormipueblo.competa@gmail.com

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GALICIAN STYLE OCTOPUS RECIPE Spring Recipe

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alician style octopus (polbo á feira in Galician, pulpo a la feria in Castilian, because it is typical in festivals, fairs, pilgrimages) is a traditional dish of the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain, that people eat in the rest of the country too, in restaurants or as “tapas” in the bars.

Before cooking it, it is recommended to freeze it to soften its meat and to thaw it the day before you want to prepare this recipe.

Ingredients (4 pax ) 1 octopus (of about 4.4 pounds) 1.1 pounds of potatoes Sea salt (to taste) Spanish sweet or hot paprika (or a mixture of both, depending on your taste) 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil from Spain

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6 tbsp honey 1 large onion and water It is important to soften the octopus before you cook it.

You can get it buying the octopus fresh and then freezing it, or buy it already frozen.

The day before, take the octopus out the freezer and leave it in the fridge to thaw.

Fill a large pot with water, ad a whole peeled onion, and bring to a boil for about 45-50 minutes over medium heat.

While the octopus is boling, wash and peel the potatoes and then cut them in halves. Set aside.

When the octopus is done, remove from the boiling water; place in a platter and let it cool.

Add the potatoes to the boiling water and boil for about 15 minutes.

Slice the octopus legs with scissors (about 1/2 of an inch wide slices), cut the head into small pieces.

Serve on a wooden platter: place the potatoes on the bottom and the octopus on top.

Add the sea salt, sprinkle the paprika, and add the olive oil. I also like to add a little bit of the cooking water.

Pulpo gallego, or Galician-style octopus, is a popular dicsh served all over Spain today. It originated in the northwestern Spanish region of Galicia, where octopus is a specialty and a common catch for local fishermen. .

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Benalmadena and now lives in Competa. She was a chef in a hotel in Benalmadena and loves to cook traditional Spanish food.

Now La Pena serves homemade tapas and traditional main dishes.

The Menu Del Dia is extremely popular Tuesday to Saturday and each day there are different dishes to choose from. For 7.50 euro it is excellent value or if you are retired the price is discounted to 6.00 euro. As I was chatting to Colin there were wonderful smells coming from the kitchen. That day’s Menu de Dia certainly smelt good!

The bar itself is traditional looking, complementing the food.

However, Colin still has kept with the times by installing a 55” TV for all the major sporting events and hosts a darts team entered in the Competa darts league. Once a month he endeavours to provide live music. However in the month of May he has organised live music with Eu Remolone on the 11th May and on the 24th May he has booked Dave Parker who sings live music from Neil Diamond, The Drifters, Michael Buble, Frank Sinatra and more party music hits.

BAR LA PENA, ARCHEZ An Interview with Colin, The New Owner

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olin has been visiting Competa for many years and 6 months ago he decided to come out to Spain on a permanent basis. His aim was to continue with what he knows well and that is the bar and restaurant business. He has managed pubs for over 35 years all over the UK from Cornwall to London to Milton Keynes. The pubs have included Green King and the Hungry Horse chains. He has done everything from front of house, managing and even at times cooking.

Colin and his wife, who sadly

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passed away before they had chance to move here, felt La Pena Bar in the white village of Archez would be the perfect place for a business in Spain.

Colin wasn´t ready to retire but wanted the sun and the relaxed attitude of Spain. At the end of last year he opened La Pena and served drinks only. Once he found his feet he started to cook each day en mass, with fresh produce, large dishes of popular food such as curry and served it throughout the day as tapas.

As the bar became more popular Colin employed a Spanish cook Carmen. Carmen moved from

Recently the bar has started to open at 9.00am to serve breakfast both traditional Spanish and English are available. If you haven’t been to La Pena before it has an outside covered terrace as well as a traditional inside seating. Over the summer Colin hopes to open the roof terrace which will be great for BBQ’s events and live music nights. Bar la Pena is also the perfect place to cater for private parties and functions with both large inside and outside spaces and eating areas along with a great cook.

Bar La Pena is easy to find opposite the river bed, near the town hall with ample parking next to the Bar.

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MOUNTAIN WINE & MUSIC 2019 Summer Concerts in Sayalonga

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’m already looking ahead to the long hot summer months – and thinking of enjoying long evenings as the air cools with a glass of wine in my hand. Lucky for me there is a winery just down the road!

Bodegas Bentomiz near Sayalonga makes the exceptional Ariyanas wines – which are served in Michelin starred restaurants all over Europe – and they offer a winery tours and tastings at 12.30 daily from Wednesday to Sunday. Guests can follow the tasting with the winery’s own gourmet lunch, served at 14:00. This is a superb service and guests have been very happy with it but, though their wine-salon, with its open balcony and back terrace enjoys cool air all summer, owners Clara and André were keen to do something outdoors on those long summer nights. A couple of years ago they began hosting the Mountain Wine & Music summer concerts – and each year the musical line-up is more exciting.

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This year they are offering guests (who can arrive any time after seven to enjoy a couple of glasses of wine and relax) a three course dinner served al fresco in the forecourt, between the winery itself and the vineyard, followed by a live concert. It is the most beautiful place – an elegant, modern Bauhaus building, clad in slate and surrounded with steep slopes clothed in vines. From the forecourt there are views all the way from the rocky slopes of La Maroma, across to Corumbela on the other side of the valley, and all the way down to the Mediterranean sea. The food they serve is exceptional – reviews on TripAdvisor are ecstatic – and as they design each dish to the wine, the taste pairing can’t be bettered.

Then there is the music. Concerts include Flamenco, Classical and Jazz, with superb artists at the top of their game already signed-up. Samaruco, a group of 5 flamenco artists led by Rúben Portillo from Velez-Málaga

will perform in June. In July the bodega will welcome back concert pianist Thomas Kaurich, along with two of his friends and fellow graduates of the Julliard school of New York: violinist Liba Shacht and cellist John Sharp, who play for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

And La Bejazz, the flamenco-jazz fusion group who dazzled guests in 2017 are back for the first jazz night at the end of July.

That’s just the first three; there’ll be more flamenco and jazz to come. It’ll be ideal for me to take visiting friends and family as well – a truly unique experience.

What a way to enjoy the best the Axarquia has to offer – warm summer nights, good food, good wine and good music! I know they have lots of space for the summer open-air events but all the same, I’m going to make my bookings now – just in case.

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THE FESTIVAL OF SAN ISIDRO, MADRID Madrids´ Most Celebrated Festival

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ne of the most famous national holidays occurs on May 15th—locals celebrate the day of the patron saint of the capital—Saint Isidro. For the first time, the festival took place on May 15th, 1620 in the Plaza Mayor and lasted for 8 days.

San Isidro was born in Madrid in 1082 and died in 1172. Legend has it that while the saint was praying, two angels ploughed the land for him. Amongst the miracles attributed to him, hagiographers say that once when he was building a well, his son fell in; but through his mediation he was miraculously brought back to the parapet when the water level rose causing the child to float.

Tradition also tells that San Isidro miraculously made a spring gush by banging the ground while he was ploughing. A hermitage dedicated to the saint was built

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on this spot in 1528, ordered by the Empress Isabel, after Prince Felipe came back into health by drinking water from the spring.

Later, Baltasar de Zúñiga, Marquess of Valero, built the current day hermitage, with a single nave and a dome. In 1811 the Sacramental Cemetery San Isidro was built on the apse.

performers, theatrical productions, and dance shows are held in the most emblematic places of the city (Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Oriente, the Temple of Debod, etc.). As for the dances on St. Isidro's Day, the locals perform the traditional Spanish dance chotis borrowed from the Scots.

The best traditions of this holiday in Madrid have survived. Solemn events last for several days (between the 11th and 15th of May). The official opening of the festival takes place in the centre of the city on May 11th at six o'clock in the evening with a procession of giant doll heads from the Plaza Santo Domingo.

The parade passes through the main streets of Madrid and finishes at Plaza de la Villa (Villa Square).

Oin the streets of Madrid, you can meet a huge number of women dressed in tight dresses flared at the knees, and men in checkered waistcoats and flat hats. Also, the ladies cover their heads with a white shawl and decorate their hair with a red carnation, and the Caballeros attach a flower to the lapel. There are special dishes for this day—small doughnuts Rosquillas.

During the next three days, concerts of brass bands, contemporary pop and rock

Since the holiday is of a religious nature, the main events are held on the field of San Isidro or as it is also called La Pradera. The celebratory mass will takes place

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there, and after it, Catholics will go to the courtyard to fill the vessels with water from the holy spring. Afterwards, many Spaniards organize picnics on the hillsides.

During the San Isidro celebrations, the other attraction is of course bullfighting. The San Isidro bullfighting festival is Spain's most important. This is where the best bullfighters, and bulls can be seen at the Las Ventas bullring during almost a month. Tickets are sometimes hard to obtain and are best purchased in advance.

Besides the San Isidro bullfights, we need to highlight two other bullfights for their importance and tradition: the bullfight of La Prensa and the Charity Bullfight, where you will surely find someone from the Royal House.

Plaza Mayor and the so called Opera Girl for its more popular, folkloric character - bringing joy to the nights of San Isidro.

But if Zarzuela is not your musical genre, you can choose between different rock concerts that take place daily in the Vistillas or Pradera of San Isidro from 9 to 12 at night.

To end each day at midnight, the skies of Madrid fill with color with the nights of fire and music in the gardens of Retiro. It all ends on the 18th with a large fireworks display on the Prairie of San Isidro.

San Isidro Museum If you wish to learn more about San Isidro you should visit the museum dedicated to this saint (Plaza de San AndrĂŠs, 2; Telephone: 91 366 74 15).

Although it has changed names More shows worth seeing live are at different points in time, it is popularly known as the Casa de the zarzuela concerts, that take San Isidro since tradition has it place on Plaza de la Villa or

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that this was the house of the Vargas, gentlemen of San Isidro, and the saint lived and died here.

The building was constructed in the 16th century by the LujĂĄn family.

When the Royal Court was transferred to Madrid, this was the residence of Nuncio until half way through the 17th century.

Later, and until well into the 19th century, the Count and Countess of Paredes acquired the building, although it then entered a period of decline. In 1974, following an archaeological excavation, the whole complex was demolished and rebuilt.

A visit to the Museum entitles you to a visit to the Pozo del Milagro, or Miracle Well, where San Isidro supposedly saved his son by causing the water level to rise.

The holiday of San Isidro,has been celebrated in Madrid for centuries

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approximately. The Segre river crosses the city and the river banks make nice parks for walking and enjoying the nature. Lleida’s main cultural interest is the Cathedral (Seu Vella), placed on top of a hill, with views to the plains and a magnificent and beautiful gothic cloister.

Sve the date (May 20 to 22) and take a one-day trip to Lleida on the weekend where the city is at its most splendorous and festive time and enjoy eating lots and lots of snails cooked as traditionally.

Aplec del Caragol (The Snail Meeting), in Lleida.

MAY FESTIVALS

Cordoba Courtyard Festival – Fiesta de los Patios The courtyards festival is held during the first to weeks of May and it where the the local inhabitants open up their colourful courtyards and patios to visitors to the city.

Theses are no ordinary courtyards though as these are full of late spring flowers offering an explosion of colours and smells.

Festivals in Spain in May

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a Noche en Blanco (The White Night) is an initiative that allows culture to be experienced in a very special way. On this night, all the city's residents and visitors take to the streets to visit museums and monuments, attend concerts, and enjoy hundreds of free activities and events that are offered over the course of evening. Choose your own journey from among the different events that are taking place in the city, and take part in culture on this magical night.

There are over 160 activities ranging from music, visual arts, street arts, and extraordinary visits planned to happen throughout the city. Past events have received as many as 200,000 visitors and it is believed this number will only grow in the coming years.

Aplec del Caragol (The Snail Meeting) is the most popular and mass Festival in Lleida. People from the city and from all other

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towns of the province gather for a weekend around the Snail celebration and mingle with snail lovers from all parts of the country: more than 200.000 people take part in this big Snail feast! The organization of the Festival is carried out by an association made up of more than one hundred social clubs whose main event is the Festival itself and who cook and eat snails, but also show themselves in parades and street activities. Because the Festival is not only about snails. There are loads of other festive and traditional activities like street performances, charanga music, outdoor evening celebrations, exhibitions of dances and human towers and entertaining competitions.

The City of Lleida is home of the Snails, but also heart of the agricultural and farming industry in Catalonia, Lleida is a city of traditions. It is connected with Barcelona by high-speed train and the trip takes one hour

The patios and courtyards can be found all around the city although the main areas to visit include the Alcázar Viejo district, between the Alcázar and the parish of San Basilio, around the church of San Lorenzo and near la Magdalena as well as around the MosqueCathedral area and the old Jewish quarter. One of the most spectacular displays though can be found in the Palacio de Viana (Viana Palace), which boasts twelve different courtyards.

The town hall organises competitions for the best courtyards which dates back to 1921. There is also a full itinerary of events which surround the festival which include performances by top local singers and dancers.

Cordoba is also well know for its Delicious tapas and local fino sherry wine from nearby MontillaMoriles, what better way to spend a few days in one of Andalucias most typical of cities.

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GET YOUR BODY SWIMSUIT-READY, STARTING NOW Summer is fast appraoching!

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ank tops, shorts, and swimsuits… oh my! It's May, which means you'll have to peel off your winter clothes soon. While only you know what you've been hiding underneath all those layers, you’re not the only one who feels insecure this time of year.

Although you can safely lose only about 1 to 2 pounds of body fat a week, you can feel more confident by swimsuit season if you begin making changes today. Here are 7 attainable goals to set and stick to, starting now:

1. Get your sweat on with strength training! If you want a bikini body, this is non-negotiable: Fit your workout in, no excuses!

Commit to a full-body strengthtraining program at least three times a week to burn calories during the workout, boost your metabolism's calorie-burning

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power for 24 to 48 hours after, and develop lean muscles that look and feel better than flab.

Perform exercises that use more than one muscle group such as squats, pushups, rows, and lunges in a circuit to make your workouts most efficient. Tip: Try working out in the morning to get your metabolism revved up for the rest of the day.

2. Make your butt and belly your top priorities. Your glutes (butt muscles) are the biggest muscles in your body, so working them out is one of the best ways to burn calories—and prevent a saggy bikini-bottomed butt. (There's nothing worse!) Of course, everyone knows that the real key to looking great in a bathing suit is having a flat belly! Give both areas extra attention during workouts leading up to and during bikini season by performing this move right after warming up at

the beginning of each workout, 2 to 3 times a week: Bridge Marching: Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Lift your hips off the floor so your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your knees, keeping your hips parallel to the ground.

Maintaining that straight line, lift your right knee upward, so your foot comes up off the ground.

Then, return it to the starting position and lift your left knee the same way. Continue alternating (as if you are marching in place), keeping your butt muscles contracted the entire time for a total of 10 on each leg.

3. Drink extra water. Skimping on water can reduce the effectiveness of your workouts because even mild dehydration can affect your performance and fat-burning potential. If you need

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another reason to drink up, swallow this: the best way to rid yourself of excess water weight is to flush your body with water. You should drink at least half your body weight in ounces each day (e.g., a 150-pound woman should drink 75 oz. or the equivalent of about four and a half 16.9 oz. bottled waters a day). Just don't skimp on the ice! Research has shown drinking ice-cold water causes your body to work harder (i.e., burn more calories) to maintain its ideal core temperature. So gulp down the cold stuff like it's your fat burning fuel—because it is!

your drink with a glass of water then there is that point that many before and after to avoid alcohol's of us go past. This is the point dehydrating effects. you should try to avoid.

7. Stand up taller and engage your core muscles. Think about tucking your hips underneath and tightening up your stomach as if you were going to be punched.

Improving your posture will instantly make you look thinner—even if you haven't lost a pound yet!—and train your body to hold everything in once you're in a swimsuit. Every 15 minutes, set an alarm for a "posture check" to train your body: If you're standing, stand up straight and hold everything. If 4. Increase your daily intake of you're sitting, pull those natural diuretics. These are foods shoulders back and engage your that increase the speed at which stomach muscles. fluids pass through your body to help you de-bloat. Natural 8.When in the gym, give each diuretics include cucumbers, exercise your all and do not halfasparagus, lemon, green tea, and ass a workout. When cheating on any foods with a higher a workout, you are not cheating concentration of magnesium, anyone but yourself. Go hard in potassium, vitamin C, and/or the gym and you won’t regret it. caffeine. Tip: Try adding The quote "blood, sweat, and cucumber or lemon to water. tears" comes into play because that is what should be left behind 5. Cut back on processed, in the gym. Don't play yourself. starchy carbohydrates such as breads, pastas, bagels, cookies, 9. Use the 7 Day Shift and crackers. Most of these foods The body needs change just as are loaded with extra sodium and much as we do, and keeping preservatives that can contribute variety in your workout is one of to water retention and bloating. If the fastest ways to accomplish fat the ingredients on a packaged loss goals. item list more than a few ingredients—or anything you Choose a different class at the can't pronounce—don't eat it. gym each week or add new Instead, opt for a serving of one exercises to your workouts that of the many fresh fruits and you circle every fortnight. By veggies now in season, with lean changing things up every 7-10 protein to keep you satisfied. days, your body will be challenged to move and adapt, 6. Reduce your alcohol intake. If causing it to work harder and you you're used to having a glass of will reap better rewards. wine or pint of beer every night, try cutting back to two or three 10.Eat light, don’t starve yourself: nights a week. You'll reduce your if you are hungry you need to eat, total calorie intake and set but try to concentrate on how yourself up for a better night's much you eat. Make an effort to sleep to energize you for your not overeat. When eating there is workout the next day. Tip: When a point when you have eaten you do indulge, always sandwich enough and are satisfied, and

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Try eating smaller meals throughout the day. Eat a large breakfast and smaller portions throughout the day. Eating this way can be beneficial especially if you are looking to shed a few pounds or get more toned. But remember just because you are eating smaller meals doesn’t mean you shouldn’t care about what you are eating. Eating right and eating light go hand in hand.

11 Rest,our body needs rest.

Make sure you provide it with plenty of rest. Don’t stay up late all the time partying. Get enough sleep. At the same time don’t workout incessantly. Your body needs time to recuperate and strengthen. Take rest as needed.

Find a balance between having a good time, exercising, and resting. Your body will thank you.

20 Spànish Workout Words You’ll Need to Know Squat Sentadilla Rest Descanso Start Comienzo Self-Confidence Confidanza en si mismo Push Ups Flexiones de brazos Pull Ups Dominadas Crunches Encogimientos Breathe Resiprara Treadmill La cinta Strength La fuerza Weights Pesos, pesas Training Entrenamiento Stretch Estirar To be fit Estar en forma To lose weight Adelgazar To get tired Cansarse Sweat Sudar To contract Contraer To repeat Repetir To relax Relajar

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to extract the “juice”, quite different from the processes used to extract oil from seeds for example, which usually involves chemical solvents.

In order to label olive oil as EVOO, it must meet strict criteria.

Including being extracted at a lower temperature and within 24 hours from the olives being picked.

The oil must be obtained by mechanical cold pressing (without the addition of solvents) and be bottled immediately. It must also have no more than 1% oleic acid.

FOUR FACTS ABOUT OLIVE OIL Interesting facts about Spanish Olive Oil

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live oil is a truly wonderful ingredient and a staple in kitchens across the planet. But despite this, a lack of knowledge around the finer details of the product is pretty widespread. Myself included. And so, I’ve collated some facts about olive oil you might find useful.

1) Spanish olive oil (and all other olive oils) are essentially a fruit juice You’ve probably never thought of it like that before. But this is one of the facts about olive oil that can surprise people: olives are a fruit and the oil is that fruit’s juice.

We all know that the best juices are freshly squeezed and consumed as soon after they’re produced as possible. The same goes for olive oil, which leads me onto my next fact.

2) The difference between olive oils that taste good and those that taste less good is often down to how long ago the bottle was opened Basically, consume your best olive oils quickly once you’ve opened them.

In a similar way to wine, once the contents have been exposed to air, oxidation begins and the oil will lose its flavour and aroma. We’re talking about using up your bottle within a month or two of opening it.

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If it’s been longer than that, the olive oil is best reserved just for cooking with. Purchase a new one for drizzling.

3) Light will destroy even the best olive oils Ever wondered why olive oil typically comes in a dark green bottle? It’s to minimise the amount of light that reaches the nectar.

As well as air, light also causes oxidation, changing the beneficial chemical compounds and swapping out the antioxidants for free radicals. When shopping, the colour of the bottle is a good starting point as to which are the best olive oils on the shelf – the darker the better.

Once you get your bottle home, a room temperature cabinet is the best place for your lovely Spanish olive oil to live.

4) What’s the difference between olive oils?

Extra Virgin Olive Oil In my opinion, the best olive oils are those from Spanish olives. But the best olive oils in general are the Extra Virgin Olive Oils (aka EVOO).

They are considered unique amongst oils as they are essentially 100% fruit juice. The olive “fruit” is crushed by machines

Extra virgin olive oil is considered an unrefined oil, meaning no chemicals or heat are used to extract it.

Virgin Olive Oil Next in quality is virgin olive oil, but you won’t often come across this in a shop.

It’s made using a similar process as EVOO and is also an unrefined oil. Virgin olive oil maintains the purity and taste of the olive, though production standards are not as rigid as with EVOO. It also has a higher level of oleic acid and a less intense flavour than EVOO. But it does share EVOO’s antioxidant capacity and richness in monounsaturated fatty acids.

Olive Oil or Pure Olive Oil After EVOO, the other type you’re most likely to come across is labelled simply as olive oil or pure olive oil. This is typically a blend of virgin olive oil and refined olive oil.

The refined olive oil is obtained with the use of heat and / or chemicals in order to remove flaws from the fruit.

Pure olive oil has a lighter colour, more neutral flavour, and oleic acid measuring between 3-4%. It’s best used as an all-purpose cooking oil. That said, it does still share the same high content of monounsaturated fatty acids as the previous oils.

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More than 20 years ago Asesoría Aljarife opened its’ doors to the public. Since then, hundreds of companies and individuals in the Axarquia region and from the Malaga Province have left in our hands the responsibility to advise them to get the best possible results for their businesses.

ASESORÍA ALJARIFE Notarial Title deeds, Wills, Catastral Corrections, etc.

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We are a group of highly qualified professionals that work for you. Economists and administrators with a wealth of experience that are at your disposal any time in order to make your life easier.

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Asesoria Axarquia Our office has offered comprehensive help and advice to our foreign clients in the Axarquia area for more than 15 years Our experience is based on: Land Registry: • Registration of properties • Corrections/Update of properties • Plot measurements and ownership exchanges

Deeds: • Purchase and sale contracts • Property new building declarations • Inheritances • Wills

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1 The least possible (7) 5 Tedium (7) 9 Truce (9) 10 Scuba enthusiast (5) 11 Small squirrel-like rodents (7) 12 Severe or farreaching (7) 13 Moving up quickly (9) 15 A piece of armor to protect thighs (5) 17 Placed in folders (5) 19 Decorated (food) (9) 22 Flapping (7) 25 Enjoy to excess (7) 26 Exhilarate (5) 27 Acquit (9) 28 Goddess of vengeance (7) 29 What a private does to an officer (7)

1 Move in a sinuous manner (7) 2 Dealing with numbers (9) 3 Monumental (7) 4 Lingering (9) 5 Baked dough (5) 6 Glowing (7) 7 Piece of turf (5) 8 An amazing occurrence (7) 14 Fortresses (9) 16 Ancient commentator of classics (9) 17 One less than 16 (7) 18 Acts undecidedly (7) 20 Inner spirit (7) 21 Intensifies (7) 23 Render harmless (5) 24 Bobbins (5)

Solution on page 82 1. Where is the tittle in tittle or the titulus in titulus located?

2. The Rialto bridge is a popular tourist attraction in which city?

3. A Greek goddess personified by the rainbow, a plant, and a colourful part of the human body. One word.

4. Alphabetically, which three men would be found last on a list of US Presidents?

5. What name has been given to the ancient army made from baked earth that was discovered in China?

6. Which two tennis players have won a record six or more French Open mens singles titles in the Open era (since 1968)? One point for each correct answer.

7. Amy Madison, Lavender Brown, Jadis of Charn, Aunt Clara, Bonnie Bennet and Penny Halliwell are all examples of what?

8. If you were travelling on a bearing of 336.25°, to which of the main 16 points of the compass would you be heading? Clue: A Cary Grant & James Mason movie

9. Muhammad Ali's professional boxing record was 56 wins, 5 losses, 0 draws. Name the five boxers who defeated Ali in the ring. One point for each correct answer.

10. What was the name of the longest ship in the world between 1858 and 1899?

11. From the Greek for 'all the devils', which uproarious name did 17th century English poet John Milton give to the capital city in Hell?

See page 82 for answers

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• MAY 2019 Horoscopes • ARIES

20th March - 19th April

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GEMINI

CANCER

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n unexpected release of tension could come soon Gemini. Something that has been restricting you and limiting your growth is going to disappear, and you will want to run through the streets shouting.

LEO

rather black mood that's been plaguing you could suddenly disappear when a business or romantic partner brings wonderful news your way, Leo. It could involve a goal that finally manifests that you may have given up long ago

LIBRA

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ove and romance should also be going well for you, as intellectual discussions could bring you and a current or potential love partner closer. Have a wonderful time and make the most of it!

Creative energies are flowing like a river

SAGITTARIUS

22th November - 21st December

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ou may wake up feeling energetic, enthusiastic, optimistic, and very happy. You may not be able to trace this to anything logical, so don't even try. life you want.

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23rd August - 22th September

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our medical professional could give you a clean bill of health. You will believe it, because you're likely to feel wonderful. Stress has vanished, at least for now, and your energy and enthusiasm are higher than they've been for a long time.

SCORPIO

23rd October - 21st November

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reams should shed light on some difficult issues you've been trying to resolve, Scorpio.

You can finally make the problems disappear. This should be more than a relief to you - it's a blessing!

CAPRICORN

22th December - 19th January

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sizable sum of money could come your way probably as a surprise. This is a significant day for you. The money will open up new doors, particularly where creativity is concerned, so the situation definitely calls for a celebration.

ore than one call could come today with absolutely wonderful news! Exciting and wonderful changes are in the wind, Sagittarius, but you need to bear in mind that with the good news comes the unknown.

AQUARIUS

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ome strange but wonderful things could be happening to you now. Sheer luck could well be in the picture. Have you wanted to move to a nicer place? If so, now you probably can. Have you been expecting a bonus or settlement?

Now it could be yours!

VIRGO

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fabulous career break could come your way. It could be a raise, promotion, or even a new job in a new field. It could also involve a completely different location. The work you will be doing may be unlike anything you've ever done before.

ou might gather with some very smart friends at a coffee house for an intellectual conversation, Aries. Some fascinating ideas and useful information could be exchanged. Much of what is said could inspire new creative projects.

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I just had to chase a mugger down the street after he stole my wallet!

He really gave me a run for my money

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My boss has said he is going to sack the person with the worst posture!

I have a hunch it might be me!

I put a £500 bet on a horse today to come in at ten to one and it did!!

Sadly all the other horses came in at 12:30 A Man walks into the dentist and says "Please help me, I feel like a moth” The Dentist says "Well why come in here? Shouldn't you have gone to the doctors" The Man replies "Sorry, I saw the light on!”

I just went to the doctors and told him I can’t stop singing Tom Jones songs!

He told me I have TJOCD! “What’s that?” I asked “Tom Jones Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.” The doctor told me!

Me: “Is it common?”

Doc: “No but, it’s not unusual…”

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My wife said she can't wait for the pitter patter of little feet running around the house.

So I have just gone out and adopted 3 dogs! Its cheaper and there are more feet!

A new mummy has just been discovered in Egypt! It was found covered in chocolate and nuts.

They believe he was called Pharaoh Rocher!

My wife tried to leave me this morning because I am overcompetitive!

“Not if I leave first!”

I yelled as I raced passed her to the front door!

My son got a part in his school play today! He is playing a man who has been married 25 years.

I told him not to be too upset though, he might get a speaking part next time!

I have been looking for a job for about 2 months and today I FINALLY got a call from a police man asking me to go for an interview!

I don’t remember applying to work at the police station like but fingers crossed!

My boss wouldn’t stop making pancake jokes!

So I battered him!

Crossword Answers from Page 70

Pub Quiz (Pg 70) 1. Above the letter i. (a tittle or titulus is the dot above the I) 2. Venice 3. Iris 4. Wilson, Washington and Van Buren.

5. The Terracotta Army 6. Two answers. Björn Borg and Rafael Nadal.

7. Witches.

8 North by Northwest 9. Five answers. Trevor Berbick (Dec 11, 1981), Larry Holmes (Oct 2, 1980), Leon Spinks (Feb 15, 1978), Ken Norton (Mar 31, 1973) and Joe Frazier (Mar 8, 1971).

10. S.S. Great Eastern 11. Pandemonium

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NEVER ENOUGH THYME! Campo cuttings by Lorraine Cavanagh of Viveros Florena, Cómpeta

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here are few things more glorious than the look, scent and flavour of herbs and it is springtime when we probably appreciate them most.

The powerful aromas as they jostle together, rubbing shoulders in the box in the car .make you long to get home and Iget them planted.

Herbs, defined as plants with woody stems, were once, unsurprisingly, considered as gifts of the gods. Elaborate rituals and ceremonies celebrated their growing, harvesting and usage.

They have a cornucopia of uses; we love them for their beauty, flavouring, perfume and uses ranging from medicinal, cosmetic to insecticides, animal repellents and fertilisers.

You don´t have to have green fingers to grow herbs or even need a garden, nearly all will grow happily in pots and it's often handy to have them clustered around the

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kitchen door where you can easily pick some sprigs to creating culinary masterpieces! They're cheap and easy to buy in pots – we always have a good seasonal selection at Viveros Florena – but, if you're not planning on planting them in the garden, then I would always suggest moving them on into bigger pots or troughs and terracotta is better than plastic.

The little potfuls you buy are starter pots and they need more root space to develop properly and form big bounteous bundles of leaves.

The first thing you need to know is how to group them. The Mediterranean herbs can take full exposure (to both sun and wind).

Many of them are natives so they're used to tough conditions.

Within this group are lavender, rosemary, sage, oregano, marjoram, lemon verbena, lemon grass, bay and thyme. These toughies will grow in poor soil and

are very undemanding for new gardeners. The softer herbs are things like parsley, cilantro, basil, chives, dill, tarragon, savory, borage, hyssop, fennel, stevia, comfrey and lemon balm which will grow admirably in dappled shade and are often used in salads or added towards the end of cooking time to give flavour. They like to be spoilt just a little; placed in a better soil/compost and away from ripping winds. Herbs, such as mint, are very invasive and best in a pot or patch of ground on their own; it's one of the few that will will grow in deep shade. Some others are angelica, sorrel, chervil, lovage – ones we don´t see too often here.

Though most are grown for their leaves, not all. In general, you do not want herbs to flower – this will stop leaf production as the plant seeks to reproduce but borage is grown specifically for its lovely blue star flowers and chive flowers are full of taste, just like their leaves.

With coriander, caraway, fennel

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and dill we can also harvest the seeds. And with some, such as ginseng and goldenseal, the roots are harvested.

This will promote bushing from lower down and the plant will fill out and thicken. Frequent pinching and cropping is important and always immediately take out any flowering spikes. Flowering will One of the biggest sellers at the affect the flavour of the herb and moment is basil and we're often reduce leaf production. If asked how to produce big conditions are not favourable, your luxurious bushes because you need a lot of leaves for pesto! The plant will feel threatened and go to reproduction/survival mode, first priority with basil is warmth producing flowers and seeds. If and protection from winds.

Dappled shade is ideal. If it's warm your plant has finished its useful life, you can let it go to seed and enough for your young tomato collect these to sow the following plants, then it's time to plant your spring. Or, if we get a mild winter, basil. Improve your soil with compost or organic matter such as basil plants will occasionally stay perennial; trim back the top growth rotted leaves. Ensure the soil is kept damp but not sodden. As with hard and see if it will survive the winter. most leafy herbs, they like a high nitrogen fertiliser – something like Most herbs taste best fresh; this is a seaweed or guano feed and because the volatile oils that give apply it regularly – check the them their distinctive flavour break instructions on the box. Let your down and spoil easily. However, if plant grow unstopped to around you cannot use all the crop, 30cm high, then start pinching back, taking about 5cm or to a leaf harvest the stems, bind them bud and use them in your cooking. together and hang them upside

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down to dry in a shady situation with plenty of air movement. That way you'll have basil for your pizzas and pastas throughout the winter.

Nature's a lot better at inventing wonders than we are.

Carl Sagan.

Quick, quick our fabulous Spring Garden Party 1st May! Check our webpage for details.

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Garden Centre, Landscape Designers and Constructors.

Winter Hours: 10-4 closed Sundays and Mondays.

Bio Food and Health Market every Wednesday morning.

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CASA GINA HAS CLOSED THE DOORS But we are still here! Although we have closed our Competa Store we are still here for all your jewellery needs. Gina is available weekly at Trapiche Market on Tuesday Morning, First Friday of the Month at Bar Atilas, Puente Don Manuel, First Sunday of the month at Mercadillo de Comares and the Third Saturday of every month at La Vaqueria, Benamargosa. Other dates are being added constantly so please check our Facebook Page, Casa Gina Original Designs for details.

Wednesday 1st May you can find Gina at the Spring Garden Party at Viveros Florena, Competa. If you are not able to meet with Gina at any of the regular venues, you can use our “Care and Repair Deposit Service” available at Todo Express, Competa and Black Frog Diving at Laguna Beach, Torrox Costa. If you want to discuss a project in more details, please do not hesitate to contact Gina on 691947145 to arrange a personal consultation.In between the venues mentioned above, Gina will have more time to spend in her extensive studio where she can turn your ideas into reality! If you can imagine a piece of jewellery, Gina can make it for you!

Coming soon… Casa Gina en Casa. Our Party Plan service.

More details on our website www.casagina.eu

.This is the perfect way to see the surroundings, visit the lost village of Acebuchal and eat traditional food prepared by locals.

CYCLE MALAGA MOUNTAIN BIKE TOURS Hire mountain bikes from local business Cycle Malaga and be guided by Steve an experienced road and mountain bike cyclist from Competa into the Natural Park. Experience the stunning surroundings and spectacular views down to the coast. Tackle the dirt roads, cycle across a river whilst also having time to stop at the lost village of Acebuchal for a well earned coke or beer! Then finish with a final push back home.

The circular route is approx 37k and depending on the ability of the cyclist the route can be shortened for ease. Cycle Malaga will discuss your requirements, asses ability and advise. Some of the route is extremely hilly and this can be removed without issue. For those looking for a workout the full 37k is perfect for the more experienced cyclist.

There are also electric mountain bikes avaible for this route although with a more limted availabilty. The tour can take between 3 and 4 hours and can finish with lunch back in the village of Competa. Paella and Sangria can be pre ordered and prepared for your return.

Price from 50 euro per person includes a guide, bike hire, helmet a drink in the lost village then finishing with Paella and Sangria in a local restaurant in Competa.

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MALAGA FOOD FAIR Gastronomy events in Malaga city centre start in May and are based in Plaza de la Marina.

Show cooking One of the highlights at the Malaga Gastronomy Festival is the show cooking and this year a succession of top chefs will be taking to the stage on Plaza de la Marina to show how it’s done.

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products, bus times, etc. We aim to make your stay in the village memorable!

Competa Museum Open from 10:00H. Entrance Free.

This interesting place has three museums under one roof!Find out more about the history of Cómpeta .Closed Sunday all day and Monday morning.

COMPETA TOWN HALL NEWS Wednesday 1st of May Bank Holiday.

Local Elections 26th of May Do not forget to vote if you are registered to do so.

Friday 3rd of May Celebration of May Crosses.

Join in, a village tradition.

Celebration from 20:00H. Live music & dancing, meet lots of people. A Procession from the village starting at Plaza del Carmen 19:00H walking up to the Cruz de la Monte.

Place :- Cruz de la Monte.

Friday 3rd of May “CIRKORAMA”– in the Plaza Almijara 21:30.

Entertainment for all ages.

Fiesta de Primavera” – Spring Concert for the young ones.

Saturday 11th of May Live music all night until the dawn breaks. From 23:00H, and onwards…..

Place :- “El Charnite”, Avenida de Archez.

Sunday 12th of May Big Band in the Plaza Almijara.

Live music from 20:30 to 21:30, enjoy a great atmosphere. Do not miss this!

Cómpeta Tourist Office Consult us about all Cómpeta information. Such as walking routes, bars and restaurants, local

PUNTA LARA CAS QUIZ Mark at the Punta Lara Bar and the Costa Animal Society (CAS) are pleased to announce that their next charitable fund raising quiz will be held on Friday 17 May at 7.30pm.

Both regular quizzers and newcomers alike are invited to test to their grey matter and join us for a fun evening. Food and drinks are available at the bar and advanced booking is recommended by calling Mark at 635 369 673.

CAS Shop With the arrival of summer the Costa Animal Society (CAS) shop has allyou need in the way of shorts, sandals, T-shirts, beachwear, best-selling books, etc., all at crazy low prices.

For those of you who made good

on your New Years resolution to be fit for summer clothes, weve got the smallest string bikinis and Speedos the law will allow. For the rest of us the XXL racks are full of bathing suits, sarongs and assorted summer wear from famed designer Omar the Tent Maker.

Also available on the shop racks and shelves are linen, books, DVDs, bric-á-brac, electrics, decorative works, etc. all priced to move. The shops large inventory is clean and well-presented with a friendly staff of volunteers on hand to help. The CAS shop welcomes all donations of ladies, mens& and childrens clothing and ccessories.

Please help us to restock our shelves. Of course all shop sales go directly to helping our animal friends in need. The Costa Animal Society (CAS) Shop is located next door to the Good Stuff Café in Nerja at No. 2 Calle Castilla Perez.

Our opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 10.00am until 2.00pm. CAS is always eager to hear from people who are interested in becoming shop volunteers. One four hour shift once a week makes a big difference. There are always two volunteers per shift making for a safe, relaxed, congenial environment. For more information please ring the shop on 643 212 409 and ask to speak with our shop manager May Delaney.

C NTACTS DIRECT RY Emergency Numbers Emergency Services Ambulance Fire Brigade Guardia Civil

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Torrox Costa Velez Malaga Frigiliana Almunecar Motril Maro

Tel: 952 538 010 Tel: 952 541 104 Tel: 952 533 002 Tel: 958 631 125 Tel: 958 823 591 Tel: 952 529 024

Town Doctors Halls Doctors Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 250 Cómpeta Calle San Antonio Tel: 951 289 791 Salares Tel: 952 508 906 Sayalonga Tel : 952 552 404 Sedella Tel: 952 508 858 Nerja Tel: 952 523 131 Salobrena Tel: 958 829 332 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 542 396

Municipal Police Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 000 Tel: 952 518 002 Cómpeta Tel: 605 276 302 Canillas de Albaida Tel: 952 558 321 Nerja Tel: 952 521 545 Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 539 828 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 115 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 549 238 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 965 546 Emergencies 112

Tourist Information Cómpeta Nerja Sayalonga Torre del Mar

Tel: 952 553 685 Tel: 952 521 531 Tel: 952 535 206 Tel: 952 541 104

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Alcaucin Tel: 952 510 002 Archez Tel: 952 553 159 Canillas de Albaida.

Tel: 952 553 006 Canillas de Aceituno, Tel: 952 518 002 Cómpeta, Tel: 952 516 006 952 516 025 Periana Tel: 952 536 016 Rio Gordo Tel: 952 732 154 Sayalonga Tel: 952 535 021 Salares Tel: 952 508 903 Sedella Tel: 952 508 839 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 540 471 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 010 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 559 100 Vinuela Tel: 952 519 002 Frigiliana Tel: 952 533 122 La Herradura Tel: 958 827 794 Nerja Tel: 952 548 430 Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 538 200

Taxi’s de Albaida Canillas Silvia: 952 553 180 Maria Jose: 952 553 018 Cómpeta Franquelo: 952 553 662 El Mellizo: 952 516 056 Maximo: 952 516 199 Cesáreo: 952 516 205 Sayalonga Ramiro: 952 535 029

Frigiliana Malaga Motril

952 533 231 952 327 950 958 600 164

Telephone Doctors General Enquires Tel: Speaking Clock Tel : Line Faults Tel: Directory Enquires Tel:

1004 093 1002 025

Airports Doctors Granada Airport Tel: 958 245 200 Malaga Airport Tel: 952 048 804

Bus Doctors Times L= Mon – Sat • D= Direct Nerja – Malaga 06.30L, 07.30, 08.30D, 08.55, 10.10D, 11.10, 11.55D, 12.40, 13.40, 14.55, 16.10, 17.10, 18.10D, 18.40, 19.40, 20.40, 21.15, 21.45D Malaga – Nerja 07.00, 08.15L, 09.15, 10.30, 11.00D, 11.45D, 12.30D, 13.00, 14.15, 15.15, 16.30, 17.30, 18.45, 19.30D, 20.15, 20.45D, 21.30D, 23.00 Canillas de Albaida - CompetaSayalonga - Malaga Mon-Fri Departs Canillas de Albaida 7.00 - 9.30 - 13.30 - 15.30 - 17.30 Sat, Sun & Festivals 9.00 Sat & Festivals 15.30 Sun 18.00 For Competa add 5 minutes For Sayalonga add 20 minutes Malaga - Torre del Mar Algarrobo Costa - Sayalonga Competa - Canillas de Albaida Mon-Fri Departs 11.30 - 13.15 - 18.30 Sat & Festivals 13.15 - 18.30 Sun 10.30 - 20.15

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Street Markets Monday Torrox Costa Tuesday Nerja Wednesday Algarrobo Costa, Rincon de la Victoria Thursday Velez- Malaga, Frigiliana, Torre del Mar Friday Almunecar, Frigliana, Sayalonga, La Herradura Saturday Cรณmpeta, La Caleta de Velez Sunday Nerja Car Boot Sale, Sayalonga Sayolanga Municipal Market Mon- Fri 8.30am-2.30pm

Church Services Cรณmpeta Catholic

Sat 8.00pm & Sun Midday

Church of England Sundays 5.30pm Torre del Mar Lux Mundi Tel: 952 543 334 Evangelical Church Tel: 952 532 825 Fellowship of the King Tel: 958 658 439 Anglican Church of Nerja & Almunecar Tel: 952 525 406

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Consulates

Hospitals

Austria

Tel: 952 600 267

Carlos Haya Tel: 951 290 000

Belgium

Tel: 952 399 907

Motril

Denmark

Tel: 952 211 797

Velez Malaga Tel: 951 067 000

Finland

Tel: 952 212 435

France

Tel: 952 214 888

Germany

Tel: 952 363 591

Ireland

Tel: 952 475 108

Italy

Tel: 952 306 150

Netherlands Tel: 913 537 500 Norway

Tel: 952 667 955

Sweden

Tel: 952 604 383

UK

Tel: 952 352 300

USA

Tel: 952 474 891

Airlines

Tel: 958 603 506

Vets Naturevets: 952 55 38 50 URG: 617 00 17 23 Nerja Clinica San Fernando (vet Expedito) 609 982 941 Torrox Village & Torrox Costa

608 45 42 70

La Herradura

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Cรณmpeta & La Caleta:

657 582 225

National Holidays

www.easyjet.com www.bmibaby.com

January 1st

New Years Day

www.ryanair.com

January 6th

Three Kings Day

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February 28th

www.flymonarch.com

May 1st

www.flybe.com

August 15th Virgin de la Asuncion

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English Radio Stations Global Radio

96.5 FM

Andalucia Day May Day

October 12th Dia de la Hispanidad November 1st

All Saints day

December 6th Dia de la Constitucion

Wave

96.0 FM

Coastline Radio

97.6 FM

Radio Sol Almijara

99.1 FM

December 8th Immaculate Conception

Spectrum

105.5 FM

December 25th Christmas Day

REM FM

104.8 FM

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BUSIN

Accommodation

Finca el Cerrillo

Canillas de Albaida, Malaga Tel: 952 03 04 44 email: info@hotelfinca.com www.hotelfinca.com

Finca Los Pinos Tel: 619 175 649 The Hotel Balcon Tel: 952 55 3662

Airconditioning / Heating

Computers

Furniture Stores

David Fenton Computer Help Specialist

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer House calls, remote assistance or bring it to me.

Help and impartial advice

TEL: 952 549 607 / MOB: 654 899 976

Construction

Glass, lighting & blinds

Rapid Construction All building works considered.

Phone: 952.539.742

Mobile: 606.423.869

www.redwell.com

◊◊◊ Fair prices ◊◊◊ ◊ English & Spanish speaking. ◊ Phone: 685211215 email: kainesimard16@gmail.com Malaga Area

Tel: 952 96 78 03 www.malagaclima.com

Cooling and Heating Solutions Sales, Service & Installation

Construcciones Schmid S.L Tel: 652 656 066 JMS Services Tel: 605 106 977

Air Con, Solar Systems & Pool Heat Pumps

Joe Jones 655 791167

Esola Systems Tel: 952 550 323 Klimacentro Tel: 952 540 786 Connect Airconditioning Tel: 951 282 196

Bike Hire

BIKE HIRE, TOURS & HOLIDAYS Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com Broadband

De Tropen Tel: 618 963609

Jose Luis Persianas Tel: 952 516 397

Hairdressers Tin Tin Hairdressers Tel: 952 516 416 E.G.O Tel: 616 022 734

Health & Beauty

Drains Waynes Drains Tel: 657 862 628

Electricians

Electrician Tel 951242449

C&Gs 2381 & 2391

Clinica Europa Tel: 952 530 908 Rebeccah Curtis Tel: 952 530 122 Centro Dental Competa Tel: 634 35 12 37

Mob 666707297

www.english-electrician-nerja.com

Electricians Roger 648 025 901

Food Stores & Shops

Bike Rental

BIKE HIRE, TOURS & HOLIDAYS Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com

Axarfusion Tel: 951 83 33 33

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NESS Insurance

Mechanics & Recovery

Restaurants & Bars

Black Tower Tel: 607 845 603

Restaurante Cerezo

Tel: 952 507 144

Kennels & Pets

Large Terrace - 952 553 018 Canillas de Albaida (Málaga) C/Estacion 5 - restaurantecerezo@hotmail.com

Competa Motors

VENTA EL CURRO

General & Electrical Mechanic

Raza Hotel for dogs Tel: 952 535 417

Avda Torrox 35, Competa Tel 606 577 869

Locksmiths LOCKSMITH UK C&G Qualified, Callouts (24/7) and / or appointments

Call Paul Tel: 664367511 email: pcandmrogers@gmail.com

Leisure & Hobbies

Property Legal Advice Asesoria Aljarife Tel:952 51 66 00 Asesoria Axarquia Tel:952 54 51 05 CS Lawyers Tel: 952 96 70 04 Axarquia Solictors Tel: 952 901 225

RENT / ALQUILAR VESPAS Costa del Sol & Axarquia

Real Estate

Tel:+34 628 44 15 32 +34 628 71 94 63

www.vespadelsol.com Tel:(0034) 618 295 063 Tel:(0034) 601 626 525

Competa Hikes Tel: 619 175 649

BIKE HIRE, TOURS & HOLIDAYS Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com

www.taurusrealestate.com

Argentinian Grill

ctra.Corumbela s/n Archez (Malaga)

www.ventaelcurro.com Restaurante El Pilon Tel: 952 553 512 - Cómpeta Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena Tel: 951 70 76 38 - Cómpeta The Pavo Real - Cómpeta/Torrox Tel: 654 86 90 83 The Balcon Hotel - - Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 36 62 El Recreo - Cómpeta Tel: 952 51 60 43 Casa Paco - Competa Tel: 952 516 077 Perico’s - Competa Tel: 952 553 739 El Cortijo - Competa Tel:952 553 647 Restaurante El Pámpano Tel: 951 832 810 Bar Miguel - Competa Tel: 952 516 754 .

Restaurante Bistro 6 Tel: 951 832 817 Brogan Properties Tel: 952 55 38 60 Axarquia Properties Tel: 609 436 537 Immotions Real Estate Tel: 654 899 531 Andalucia Real Estate Tel: 952 534481

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Swimming Pool Heating

Satellite Services

Total Satellite Installations Tel: 629 556 266 Sky Digital Tel: 952 464 378

Vets

Naturevets - Competa Tel: 952 553 850

Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es

Windows & Doors

Spa’s & Saunas

Solicitors

UPVC-WINDOWS/DOORS Tel. 952 50 25 27 E-Mail: juanverdun@juanverdun.com

Delprado Solicitors Tel: 95 252 72 74 Axarquia Solicitors Tel: 951 901 225

Official Manufacturer

Window Tinting

Solar Tel: 644 546 176 ian@solarshadetinting.com Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es

Solar Sundays Tel: 648 025 901

Mobility

Upholstery

Wine / Bodega

Michael’s Upholstery Tel: 952 55 34 64 M:(+34) 658 845 285 reservas@bodegasbentomiz.com

Villa Care

Mobility Products For Sale or Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279

www.bluebadgemobility.com

STAIR-LIFTS

House Martins tel:+44 (0)845 0041041 mob: +34 692 408 306 www.housemartins.es

Property Care and Management Services

Cars Bought & Sold Cars Wanted Tel: 657 919 965

Plants

Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279

www.bluebadgemobility.com

VetiverSpain Tel: 692 288 657

.com Darts . Soft Tip Darts The Tips Grapevine 92Steel

. Flights . Stems . Dartboards To . Wallets Accessories advertise. call 637 028 873

cyclemalaga.com Electric Mountain Bike Rental Promotional Offer 10% Discount applied when two electric mountain bikes are hired together

Electric Mountain Bike Rental Electric-assist mountain bikes amplify your pedaling power while amplifying the amount of fun you'll have on the trail. Go further, go faster, and go more places ...

Guided Road & Mountain Bike Tours Available (for more details see the website) CHECK OUT STEVE TWISELTON’S RIDES ONcall STRAVA To advertise 637 028 873

A full battery recharge takes 4-5 hours and will allow you up to 100 Kilometres of cycling dependent on mode, terrain, rider weight and rider input.

Electric Mountain Bike Rental 1 day 40€ p/day 2 - 4 days 35€ p/day 5 plus days 30€ p/day

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MAY CHURCH SERVICES Alhama de Granada, St. Barnabas I.E.R.E (Anglican). Service in English at 11.30 first and third Sundays of the month now at La Joya Roman Catholic Church, Plaza Alfonso X11. contact Priest 95 203 0461 or Warden 95 252 0921.

Torre del Mar( Lux Mundi Centre). St. Barnabas I.E.R.E, Spanish Episcopal service in English at 11 o'clock, first and third Sunday Morning Prayer, second and forth Sundays Holy Communion.

Contact Rector 95 203 0461 or Wardens 25 251 0921 and 95 251 0056.

St Barnabas IERE (Anglican). English services 11 a.m. Sundays at Iglesia Evangelica, Torre del Mar, opposite the bus station. Tel.952030461 (priest) or 618640132 (churchwarden) "Church of England" services at the Capillia de san jose calle linares 7 velez Malaga. website is www. stgeorgemalaga.org.

All are welcome. Contact number 952 219 396.

Roman Catholic Mass in English, held every Saturday, will now take place in Caleta de Velez, Parish Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, situated on the main street. Time 5pm.

Fellowship of Jesus Christ the King Whether you live in Spain or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to the Fellowship of Jesus Christ The King. Our meetings are characterised by uplifting songs and relevant sermons and a modern but reverent service, followed by free tea or coffee & biscuits.

Why not come along and make new friends, every Sunday at 10.30…….. John 3:16 Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja , 29780.

Contact Peter on 958640974 LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR Wednesday 1st Cosed for National Holidays Thursday 2nd Fashion Show 16:00 Monday 6th Half Orange Lunch 13:00 Tuesday 7th Photography Group 16:00 Wednesday 8th Trip to Quaryat Dillar & Granada Saturday 11th Credo en Plaza de Espana, Frengirola 21:00 Tuesday 14th Photography 16:00 Thursday 16th Trip to Gibraltar Friday 17 th Spring Bazaa 11:00 – 13:00 Monday 20th Art Appreciation Group 11:00 – 13:00 Wednesday 29th Singalonga Mamma Mia, Musical evening 19:00

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TRAPICHE SOCIAL CLUB The Trapiche Social Club meets every Wednesday at 12 noon until 2pm at the Trapiche Restaurant, just off the A356 Velez-Malaga to La Vinuela. The first Wednesday in the month is our regular lunch meeting, we enjoy a 3 course lunch with wine, casera and water for just €8.50.

LOS ROMANES ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Los Romanes Royal British Legion. Los Romanes branch has two venues. We meet weekly at our NEW venue The Asador Restaurant Puente Don Manuel, and a NEW Day Monday 12.00 – 1400 hrs.

And on a Wednesday at midday at the Bar La Vega, Torre Del Mar. Our friendly group get together not only to raise funds for and support TRBL in Spain, but also meet to be with friends and have some fun, including quizzes, bingo, monthly lunches etc.

You do not have to have served in the Armed Forces to become a member. Interested? Then please Phone Branch Secretary Sue on 691 544 140 or just pop in for a chat.

NERJA BRANCH THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Royal British Legion, Nerja Branch meets twice a month for lunch - on the 3rd Thursday at the Al Andalus Hotel, Maro and on the 1st Friday at the Nuevo Arenas Restaurant, La Herradura. Everyone is welcome to join us. Booking is essential. Please contact Kim on tel: +44 7988029001 or email: kim_bowe1@hotmail.com. For any other information about the Branch contact Eddie, +44 7590717384 or email: eddiebowe1@hotmail.com PHOENIX SOCIAL CLUB Wednesday 1st – Evening trip to Fuengirola Food Festival Departing Algarrobo Lidl at 17.00 and returning from Fuengirola at 23.00 €13.50pp Wednesday 8th - Trip to Gibralter Depart from Algarrobo Costa at 08.30 Cost 12€ per person NB Passports essential FRIDAY 24th - Trip to Ronda by coach Price includes: Coach fare,guided tour of 2.15 hours (does not include entrance to the Bull Ring €6 or Don Bosco House €1.50) €28 for members For more detailed information on any trip contact Gail on 951067723, mobile 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk or https://phoenixsocialclub.wixsite.com/phoenixsc

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TAURUS REAL ESTATE Service with Integrity Since 2004

SAYALONGA

COMPETA

Traditional country house in a top location with excellent access and exceptional views of the coast, mountains and villages. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan lounge/dining room, sun room and rustic style fitted kitchen. 7mt x 4mt pool, mature plot planted with trees.

Delightful south facing villa with excellent access in a peaceful location. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room, modern fully fitted kitchen, several terraces, 10mt x 4mt pool and garage.

Must be seen to be fully appreciated.

REF: T28

REF: C3598

AWAITING EPC

255,000€

EPC Rating F

359,000€

www.taurusrealestate.com

LA VIÑUELA

TORRE DEL MAR

Wonderful villa in an elevated position with unbeatable breathtaking panoramic views across the lake. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, f/f kitchen, open plan living room and storage room.

Ample parking, large terrace and 6mt x 3mt swimming pool.

Superb town house in a select residential area with communal pool. Spacious lounge/diner, fully equipped kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large garage, garden with BBQ area, front terrace and roof terrace with stunning mountain & sea views. Must be seen!

REF: MS154

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EPC Rating G

259,950€

REF: MS65 AWAITING EPC

209,000€

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Competa Office 31 Av. de la Constitucion, 29754 Competa Malaga, Spain Tel: +34 952 516 633

Caleta de Vélez Office Avenida de Andalucía 189 29751 Caleta de Vélez Malaga, Spain Tel: +34 951 832 150