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Articles Found: 63

1. Restaurant Review: El Agua Casa De Vinos

Dine alfresco on the terrace as the sun sets behind the Alhambra at this hidden gem in Granada.

(Fri, 7 Nov 2008 11:28:18 +0000)

2. Quickfire Questions: Jason Webster

Jason has written three books about Spain 'Duende', 'Andalus' and 'Guerra', and is currently working on his fourth 'Sacred Sierra'.

(Thu, 6 Nov 2008 10:24:51 +0000)

3. Quickfire Questions: Debbie Murray

Debbie Murray is the author of 'Live The Dream With A Plaice In The Sun', a light-hearted look at buying in Spain.

(Thu, 9 Oct 2008 12:09:29 +0100)

4. Hotel review: Hotel L'avenida

For a cool mix of old and new stay in this former mansion in a magnificent location on the island of Mallorca.

(Wed, 8 Oct 2008 10:26:54 +0100)

5. Restaurant review: Barcelona Tapas Y Restaurante

Try tempting Spanish food without leaving the country at these London restaurants, which also have impressive wine cellars.

(Wed, 1 Oct 2008 14:28:37 +0100)

6. Film review: La Zona

A Mexican thriller starring Maribel Verdú (Pan's Labyrinth) where a small community is shocked by a violent crime.

(Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:40:28 +0100)

7. Film review: La Antena

A dreamy disturbing fairytale that explores the idea of the media’s power over the masses.

(Thu, 7 Aug 2008 09:20:56 +0100)

8. Film review: The Kovak Box

A sci-fi thriller that plays with the idea of manipulated suicides, but isn’t quite as dark as it tries to be.

(Tue, 8 Jul 2008 12:11:28 +0100)

9. Sampling the golden elixir: Olive oil

For an authentic taste of spain, head out on the Olive Oil Trail in the Jaén province, Andalucia.

(Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:54:56 +0100)

10. Quickfire Questions: Caroline Waterman

Author of the novel Mad Dogs and an English Girl Caroline Waterman lived in Spain in the 1950s.

(Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:26:27 +0100)

11. Hotel review: Hotel Puerto de la Luna

Go back in time, escape the rat race and relax in this former palace in the province of Jaén.

(Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:10:43 +0100)

12. Restaurant review: Real Club de Golf Sotogrande

Indulge yourself with a relaxing meal in the clubhouse restaurant of one of Europe’s most famous golf clubs.

(Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:05:27 +0100)

13. Hotel review: Hotel Dos Mares

Stay in this hotel in Tarifa, windsurfing capital of Europe, while enjoying spectacular views of Africa.

(Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:39:37 +0100)

14. Quickfire Questions: Michelle Lowe

Keen walker Michelle lowe is co-author of guidebook ‘Walking the GR7 in Andalucia’. She lives in Ecuador.

(Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:12:56 +0100)

15. Flamenco: expression of the soul

As evocative as sangria and sunshine, flamenco offers a taste of Spain wherever you are in the world.

(Tue, 3 Jun 2008 13:23:54 +0100)

16. Film review: Summer Rain

A bittersweet coming-of-age story of passion and aspirations set in Málaga at the end of the 1970s.

(Mon, 2 Jun 2008 10:14:44 +0100)

17. Film review: Déficit

A terse depiction of the class and racial prejudice lurking beneath the surface in modern Mexico.

(Fri, 30 May 2008 13:12:19 +0100)

18. Film review: La Zona

A portrayal of suburban tranquillity that quickly deteriorates into darkness, paranoia and violence.

(Tue, 27 May 2008 10:45:00 +0100)

19. Spanish Cinema Comes to London

The UK embraces Spanish cinema with the fourth London Spanish Film Festival this June.

(Fri, 23 May 2008 14:49:20 +0100)

20. Film review: The Pope’s Toilet

A quirky, thought-provoking tale of hope and survival that makes you yearn for a happy ending.

(Wed, 21 May 2008 16:00:20 +0100)

21. Film review: La León

A mesmerising portrayal of xenophobia, homophobia, hypocrisy and Argentina’s glorious waterways.

(Tue, 20 May 2008 14:13:09 +0100)

22. Restaurant review: El Churrasco

Feast on seafood in an 18th century restaurant set opposite Córdoba’s most iconic monument.

(Mon, 19 May 2008 13:00:04 +0100)

23. Film review: Spirit of the Beehive

To explore the affects of war on a childhood, watch this remarkable, atmospheric film by Victor Erice.

(Mon, 12 May 2008 16:47:04 +0100)

24. ¡Viva! Viewings: film fiesta

The 14th edition of the ¡Viva! Spanish and Latin American film festival brings a hint of spice to the UK.

(Wed, 7 May 2008 11:39:34 +0100)

25. Film review: The Oxford Murders

A quirky black Spanish comedy with English dialogue that seems to have lost something in translation.

(Tue, 6 May 2008 15:14:54 +0100)

26. Quickfire Questions: Kirstie Shirra

Keen walker Kirstie Shirra is the co-author of ‘Walking the GR7 In Andalucia’, a guide to one of Spain’s most beautiful footpaths.

(Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:15:40 +0100)

27. Hotel review: Hospes Palacio del Bailio

Unwind surrounded by orange trees and roman ruins in a Córdoba hotel that makes the most of its ancient setting.

(Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:54:14 +0100)

28. Restaurant review: Taberna Los Berengueles

Sample traditional dishes with some historical flavour in the heart of Córdoba city.

(Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:14:09 +0100)

29. Film review: The Night of the Sunflowers

A thought-provoking film that explores mankind’s capacity for evil, and leaves us wondering about our own...

(Tue, 22 Apr 2008 16:02:04 +0100)

30. Hotel review: Hotel Almudaina

Enjoy the buzz of Mallorca’s capital at this modern city-centre hotel, close to all the major tourist attractions.

(Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:09:31 +0100)

31. Quickfire Questions - Peter MacBride

Peter MacBride has been writing ever since his first book on computer programming was published 25 years ago. His latest book is ‘Spanish for Homeowners’.

(Wed, 9 Apr 2008 15:25:15 +0100)

32. Restaurant review: El Soto de Marbella

Soak up the serenity at El Soto de Marbella clubhouse while you tuck into the menu of the day.

(Thu, 3 Apr 2008 11:53:31 +0100)

33. DVD review: Floyd On Spain

For a nostalgic journey through 1990s Spain, join Keith Floyd of his voyage of gastronomic discovery.

(Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:40:52 +0000)

34. Museum reviews - sculpture museums

If you like your art to have some substance, visit these three very different sculpture hotspots

(Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:00:31 +0000)

35. Hotel review: Molina Lario

For an intimate atmosphere of modern luxury in vintage surroundings, try this brand new hotel in Málaga.

(Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:46:49 +0000)

36. Restaurant review - Cortijo Paco

Feast your eyes on the valleys and mountains of inland Málaga, while you feast your stomach on Cómpeta’s cuisine.

(Wed, 27 Feb 2008 16:43:38 +0000)

37. Film review - La Comunidad

Greed, suspicion and shockingly brutal murders all play their part in this gem of a black comedy.

(Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:53:00 +0000)

38. Film review - Real: The Movie

An analysis of the sociological effects of football or a slick marketing tool? Watch the film to decide.

(Wed, 6 Feb 2008 15:18:12 +0000)

39. Restaurant review - Los Arqueros Clubhouse

Enjoy views over the fairways of Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club, Marbella, while you enjoy a long, lazy lunch.

(Mon, 4 Feb 2008 14:53:37 +0000)

40. Restaurant review - El Patio de los Perfumes

Drink up the ambience in this atmospheric bar and restaurant in Marbella where you can watch flamenco dancing as you eat.

(Fri, 1 Feb 2008 15:19:59 +0000)

41. Restaurant review - Limonar 40

Indulge your romantic side at this elegant restaurant located within an ancient palace in on of the most refined districts of Málaga city.

(Fri, 1 Feb 2008 15:04:03 +0000)

42. Quickfire Questions - Sally Kettle

In 2004, Sally Kettle rowed from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean with her mother. Her book 'Sally’s Odd At Sea', tells the story of their adventures.

(Fri, 1 Feb 2008 11:12:59 +0000)

43. Cava Reviews

Pop the cork and pour yourself a glass of Spanish cava, the second most popular sparkling wine in the world, and easily the most affordable quality fizz.

(Fri, 18 Jan 2008 11:00:12 +0000)

44. Quickfire Questions - Angela Love

Author Angela Love bought a home in Valencia’s Turia Valley in 2004, and wrote a book about her experiences, Orange Blossom Beginnings

(Thu, 17 Jan 2008 10:20:15 +0000)

45. Language Class: Words Meaning 'For'

As with ‘ser’ and ‘estar’ (both meaning ‘to be’), the Spanish have two words meaning ‘for’: ‘por’ and ‘para’. A few simple rules will help you to identify the usage of each word.

(Thu, 4 Jan 2007 12:12:00 +0000)

46. Tasting Notes: Codorníu Cava

How do you tell the difference betweeen these eight cavas all from the same label?

(Thu, 4 Jan 2007 11:11:38 +0000)

47. Taste Test: Manchego Cheese

Spain has about 100 different cheese varieties, but the best known is Manchego, from the La Mancha region in central Spain.

(Thu, 4 Jan 2007 11:01:59 +0000)

48. Spain: Film’s Great Faker

Some of the most famous movies in history have been shot on Spanish soil, writes David Whitley.

(Wed, 13 Dec 2006 15:56:47 +0000)

49. Taste Test: Spanish Sweets

We taste a selection of Spanish sweets, that will make wonderful presents throughout the year

(Wed, 13 Dec 2006 12:00:21 +0000)

50. Tasting Notes: Cava

Join the Spanish in opening a bottle of Cava this Christmas. Lola Dalí-Kemmery takes her pick of the best.

(Wed, 13 Dec 2006 10:56:03 +0000)

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