EL BIGOTES The Fish Shack at Cala Mastella or El Bigotes (The Moustache, this refers to the proprietor's whiskers!) El Bigotes still sits at his table for lunch whilst devouring a flagon of red wine. Unfortunately, he is 97 years old and does not come to the restaurant much anymore. (update 2025, we believe, although we can't confirm, that El Bigotes passed away in 2025 RIP). There are two sittings, noon for fried fish (€25pp) or 2 pm for Bullit de Peix (€34pp). For the Bull

VAMOR A VER We recently visited this fairly new tapas bar and restaurant called Vamor a Ver (which translates to “let’s see” or “let me think. It’s located just a couple of blocks off the Explanada in Alicante city, and we stopped by for a few tapas. This place is fantastic for wine, offering an varied, and well-priced selection.  Everything they serve is well-crafted and deliciously fresh, made with high-quality ingredients, and overseen by the owners themselves. During our

BAR ANITA - CA N’ANNETA Bar Anita in Sant Carles/San Carlos Located in Sant Carles (San Carlos), a tiny village (near Santa Eulària des Riu), next to the Sant Carles de Peralta church, this old bar and restaurant is one of the most famous and beloved in Ibiza. It became a must for bohemians and intellectuals in rural Ibiza. For many, it is one of the few remnants of the bygone hippy era, probably even the last. This place invites you to spend a relaxing afternoon over coffee

RESTAURANTE LAS GITANILLAS This restaurant, which we have visited several times, is located in a wonderful spot on a pedestrianised street in the heart of Estepona. The family have had a restaurant in Estepona since 1970. In 2004, Paco Bazán, son of Francisco Bazán Hormigo and María Peña Gil, who learned from a young age both behind and in front of the bar alongside his parents, opened Las Gitanillas (which is Spanish for the little gypsy girls). Paco’s daughter, Gema Bazán (

This was our second visit to Uvedoble Taberna in Málaga City, conveniently located near the Roman Theatre and below the Alcazaba in Málaga’s historic centre, inviting exploration and a sense of place. Despite its characterless, tourist-café look, this restaurant and bar serves interesting tapas, including several typical Málaga dishes, adding an authentic local touch. The interior is minimalist with a lively bar area. On our first visit, we had eaten elsewhere before coming h

If you’re anything like me, the idea of authentic Spanish dining conjures up images of vibrant tapas, rich paellas, and glasses of perfectly chilled sangria. But what if you’re not in Spain? What if you’re wandering the streets of England, craving that genuine Spanish flavour? Fear not! Click the links below to view restaurants we have been to. London Tapas and Restaurants LONDON SPANISH RESTAURANTS REST OF ENGLAND SPANISH RESTAURANTS England is home to some fantastic spot

ANYWAY WINE BAR Mark Walsh paid a visit to this fantastic little wine bar in Málaga City, founded in 2018 by local entrepreneur David Camino after he returned from working abroad and pursued his idea for a wine-centric concept in Málaga. It is a wonderfully cool place for serious wine drinkers, quite near the paseo marítimo; it’s the perfect spot for an early evening drink after work for the city’s creative in-crowd.   With over 200 wines, all served by the glass, the list is

ALFREDO BAR RESTAURANTE Mark Walsh returned to one of his favourite spots in San Pedro de Alcántara, just outside Marbella. We keep going back to Alfredo Bar Restaurante, and for good reason. It’s a family-run spot (open since 1981) that doesn’t shout from the street but welcomes you like an old friend once you step inside, and you are transported back to ’80s Spain. The decor reminds me of when I went to Spain as a kid. You will find a large dining room with old Spanish pict

SEGOVIA During our visit to Madrid, we stayed one night in Segovia (it is also an easy day trip from Madrid; it’s a short 25-minute ride by high-speed train, but feels like a world away the minute you arrive). The mountain range seen from the train station is known as La Mujer Muerta (The Dead Woman). When viewed from the plains around Segovia, the peaks form the outline of a woman lying down. Head, torso and feet clearly visible. The effect is strongest at sunrise or sunset,

O CURRO DA PARRA Santiago de Compostela, located in Galicia, northwest Spain, is a historic city famous as the final destination of the Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James) pilgrimage. Known for its stunning UNESCO-listed Old Town and Romanesque Cathedral, which houses the tomb of St. James, it is a major spiritual and cultural hub. O Curro da Parra is located in the old part of town in the historic city centre. It is very close to the old market, the Mercado de Abastos de