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A sunny experience that you’ll remember forever From aesthetically pleasing hotels to chic tapas bars, Málaga offers everything you need for the perfect spring break Europe’s sunniest city, the weather in Málaga is also pleas- ant during the winter months. With Moorish architecture, an amazing food market and countless galler- ies, this bustling port city has a stun- ningly beautiful and eccentric cathe- dral and, of course, the beach... It is the birthplace of the great Pablo Pi- casso and the talented Antonio Ban- deras… and all that before we even get to the food offer. Start by finding a poetic spot to spend the night. The hotel Fin- ca El Cerrillo is housed in a beauti- ful, two-hundred-year-old building that’s surrounded by palms, pines and winding bougainvillea vines. A favourite among globetrotters, this hotel specialises in active breaks ded- icated to painting, hiking and writ- ing, but everyone’s welcome to en- joy the spectacular mountain scenery and tranquillity of this original re- laxed retreat. If you’re a fan of excep- tionally Instagrammable aesthetics, you’ll also enjoy the Palacio Solecio. The ambitious, luxurious renova- tion of this intriguing palatial vil- la dating back to the 18 th century has led to it becoming one of the most sought-after accommodation options in Málaga. Here outstand- ing drinks and gastronomy are com- bined with a creative, contemporary design and rich historical character. As soon as you’re settled in, head out for tapas. Uvedoble is probably Málaga’s most intelligently designed
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When you’re at the historic heart of the city, all roads naturally lead to El Pimpi, which will certainly tell you a lot about the gastronomy and cul- ture of Málaga. The building that to- day houses this popular bar, restau- rant and wine cellar originally served as the stables of the palace of the Count of Málaga two centuries ago, only to become a convent many years later, then an entertainment venue – there’s no doubt that these walls could tell us a lot about the city’s rich history. El Pimpi is known in Mála- ga as a cultural meeting place, a ven- ue for staging cultural debates, read- ing clubs and folk music and dance performances. If you’re a fan of fla- menco, don’t miss out on the live music performed here every Thurs- day evening! And how about a sweet inter- lude to conclude? When it comes to ice cream, traditionalists head to Casa Mira, which still stands proud- ly on the pedestrian Calle Marqués de Larios street more than a cen- tury after first opening its doors. However, it's also worth trying Freskitto, which is truly fantas- tic. With a texture that’s closer to gelato than traditional ice cream, Freskitto is a real delight for the tastebuds. We also recommend a combination of chocolate and dulce de leche caramelised milk, served in a paper cup. Sit on a bench and take in the view of the endless blue skies – we guarantee that this will be among your favourite Málaga memories.
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modern tapas bar, boasting plenty of outdoor space and a beautiful bar area. One of most beloved aspects of its menu among gourmets is its inclusiveness – each dish is available in three different portion sizes, so you can either share if you desire, or enjoy your meal alone if you’d rather have it all to yourself. At the core of the menu are mini burgers with foie gras, savoury eclairs, oxtail meatballs – all genuine classics. Mesón Ibérico provides such a vibrant and fantastic experience that it would be worth visiting even if the
food was mediocre, though it’s for- tunately much better than that. The highest quality Ibérico ham, thinly sliced, with fatty layers that simply melt on the tongue. A bed of roast- ed mushrooms covered with a sprin- kling of that same ham – again used as a seasoning – and plump, pink prawns that are perfect for nib- bling. Soft, spicy lamb skewers with uniquely crispy fries. Succulent, but- tery tuna covered with lemon juice and served with a salad topped with sweet fried garlic. Málaga also boasts its own mi- ni version of Barcelona’s famous La Boqueria market, in the form of the beautiful and very enticing Mercado Atarazanas. You can buy almost an- ything there – from freshly caught fish and thinly sliced ham to almonds that glisten with oil. However, the main reason to come here is the Cen- tral Bar located in a corner of the market, where you can stand at the bar, sip vermouth and indulge in the amazing selection of fresh fish and seafood under the counter. Or enjoy charcuterie, cheese and all the main groups of Spanish fare. While we’re on the topic of Span- ish food, we certainly mustn’t fail to mention the actor who was born in
this city and returns regularly, and who has done a lot for Málaga in many ways. Banderas’s love for Spain and Málaga prompted him to elevate his city as a centre of culture and gastronomy. His investment be- gan with acting – when the historic Alameda Theatre was forced to close its doors in 2018, the famous actor reopened it just a year later, in No- vember 2019, in order to provide a space where his neighbours can enjoy the arts. But that wasn’t his only in- vestment. Banderas also opened the Tercer Acto bar, where you can drop in for a drink after catching a show. They serve Mediterranean food com- bined with Japanese gastronomy, but also recognisable cocktails.
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