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There are places where wine is just a drink — and places where it tells a story. The Costa Blanca belongs firmly to the latter. Here, between the rolling hills of the Marina Alta and the sun-drenched plains around Villena, wine grows quietly. No mass production, no flashy labels — just honest grapes, passionate winemakers and a landscape that reveals more than you’d expect at first glance. Time, then, for […]
I have a real soft spot for markets. You might’ve read about it in one of my earlier stories here on the site.Anyone arriving in Jesús Pobre on a Sunday morning senses it straight away: the Mercat del Riurau isn’t just any market. It’s an ode to craftsmanship, simplicity, and flavour. Beneath the shade of ancient olive trees, on the inner courtyard of a beautifully restored riurau, local producers gather […]
Whether it’s after a leisurely stroll along the promenade or as a sweet finale to lunch on the Costa’s, there’s little in Spain that hits the spot quite like a steaming cup of chocolate caliente paired with crispy churros. While chocolate is often associated with Switzerland and Belgium, the Spanish have their own tradition—one that’s just as impressive.In this article, I’ll take you on a journey through Spain’s chocolate culture—from […]
After a fresh detox in January and some serious ‘artis-jogging’ in February, it’s time for the next step in a healthy lifestyle: relaxation and recovery. After all, what’s the point of all that effort if you don’t recharge your batteries too? Time to discover everything the Costas have to offer when it comes to wellness! Fortunately, the Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol are the perfect places to recharge. Whether […]
It’s time again for the Almond Blossom Routes in Spain! As a Dutch person, I often associate blossoms with spring, when the cherry and apple trees adorn our parks and orchards. It’s a time when everything seems to awaken, and we leave the long winter behind. But what if I told you that you can experience that same spring feeling as early as January, under the warm Spanish sun? The […]
Benidorm City Council will soon start installing an underground pumping system in Elche Park, worth 130,000 euros. The pumping system will collect rainwater from Almendros and Maravall streets and channel it to Alcalde José Such and the park. The work will be completed before Easter. The new system will prevent flooding and traffic problems during heavy rain. Councillor José Ramón González de Zárate emphasises that the installation will not inconvenience […]
Winter on the Costa Blanca offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy fresh, seasonal ingredients. These products bring the local cuisine to life. As you may already know, using local ingredients makes a big difference in taste. In this article, you will discover three delicious ingredients that are currently in season: artichokes, almonds and fresh fish. Let’s explore the markets of the Costa Blanca together and discover these flavoursome ingredients. 1. […]
The Spanish National Police have arrested a 56-year-old Belgian man on the run in Benidorm. The man was previously sentenced to nine years in prison in Belgium for sexual offences, including the rape of his adopted daughter. He had been on the run for years, but was tracked down thanks to a European Arrest Warrant and international cooperation. Arrest in hotel in Benidorm The fugitive Belgian man was arrested by […]
A 24-year-old woman died on Monday evening after she was hit by a train on the railway line between Torrellano and San Gabriel on the Costa Blanca. Unauthorized crossing The woman, of Moldovan origin, was crossing the tracks at an unauthorized crossing at around 6 p.m. Preliminary findings suggest she may have gotten lost and was distracted by talking on her mobile phone when the train hit her. Forensic and […]
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