Fuengirola Launches New Gastronomic Initiative: “Grandma’s Casserole”

La Cazuela de la Abuela FuengirolaFrom the 17th to the 26th February, Fuengirola will be presenting their latest gastronomic offering to help promote the town’s restaurants and bars: the 1st ‘Cazuela dela Abuela’ (literally translated as Grandma’s Casserole).

During the event, visitors and locals will be able to sample delicious home made stews, like the ones our grandma’s used to prepare! For the very reasonable price of €2, all participating restaurants will serve up a generous helping of warm stew (served in a clay bowl) and a drink; you can choose beer, wine or a soft drink.

Fuengirola continues to experiment and innovate with these original themed events designed to promote the towns gastronomic offering – a perfect example is last years Erotic Tapas Route – There is no doubt that this type of activity helps support the restaurant trade which, during the quiet winter months, can use all the help they can get to fill their establishments. (more…)

3 Reasons Why You Don’t Want to Miss Christmas Day at Sunset Beach Club

Christmas day lunchWith just over a week to go until Christmas, we’re busy getting everything ready for a fantastic Christmas Day celebration here at Sunset Beach Club. We can think of lots of reasons why you should come and spend this special day with us; here’s 3 of them:

#1 – Santa Claus is Coming to Visit

Santa has made a very big effort to fit us into his extremely busy schedule and will be stopping off at Sunset Beach Club at midday (12 pm) on Christmas day. All kids staying at the hotel will get a chance to speak to Santa and they’ll even get a present from him!

Mums and Dads are also invited to a traditional Bucks Fizz cocktail whilst the kids are playing with their new toys J

#2 – A Delicious Christmas Lunch

Our Head Chef and his team have been slaving away in our kitchens and have come up with an amazing traditional Christmas lunch for our guests. Here’s a peek at the menu:

Traditional game terrine with a cranberry chutney
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Christmas pea and bacon cream soup
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Traditional roast of stuffed turkey, smoked roasted ham, glazed root vegetables, roast potatoes and cranberry sauce
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Christmas pudding served with a brandy sauce
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Wines, Cava, liqueurs, coffee and mince pies are all included in this special Christmas menu priced at €49 for adults and €15 for children aged 3 to 12.

The restaurant opens at 1:00 pm and lunch will be served at 1:30 pm.

#3 Live music and a whole load of fun!

During – and after – your amazing Christmas lunch, you’ll be able to enjoy live music with the fabulous Michelle Jane. A great opportunity to dance off those extra pounds you will have just put on!

There you have it, 3 reasons why you need to book now and come and spend Christmas, Sunset Style!

For more information and reservations, please call +00 34 952 579 400.

Merry Christmas!

Fancy Spending Christmas in the Sun? Check Out Our 2011 Festive Programme

Sunset Beach Club Christmas Programme 2011Christmas is just around the corner and it’s all hands on deck here at Sunset Beach Club. Our Head Chef and his team have been working hard, preparing the delicious menus for Christmas lunch and the New Year’s Eve gala dinner; meanwhile our marketing team has been busy putting together our Festive Programme for the holidays.

The end result: Great food, fun parties and the traditional visit of Father Christmas, to name but a few. These are some of the highlights of the Festive Programme:

  • Bucks Fizz cocktails and mince pies followed by a special visit from Santa Claus who will be bringing gifts for the little ones!
  • Traditional Christmas lunch in the Oasis Restaurant – A delicious 4 course treat which you don’t want to miss!
  • New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner in the Oasis Restaurant – 5 course meal, live music, party bag and the traditional Spanish grapes.
  • New Year’s Eve Party in the Moonlight – From 11pm until early hours of the morning; live music, party bag and lucky grapes. (For real party goers!)

You can view and download the full Festive Programme here

If you’ve booked to stay with us over the Christmas and New Year period, be sure to book for the Christmas Lunch and New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner as we’re expecting a full house 😎

And for those of you who haven’t made up your minds about where to spend Christmas this year, what are you waiting for? Head on over to our brand new website at www.sunsetbeachclub.com and check out our rates for the Christmas holidays…you’ll be pleasantly surprised! Prices start at €56 per apartment (external) per night including buffet breakfast for 2 people 🙂

Are you ready to spend a fun Christmas and New Year in the sun?

Lunch at El Tintero: A Fun Dining Experience in Málaga

Restaurante El Tintero in Malaga

"El Tintero" - On the beachfront in El Palo

There are plenty of amazing restaurants and beach bars up and down theCosta del Solwhere you can sample some of the most amazing fish dishes; however, today I am going to tell you about a famous restaurant on the beaches of El Palo, just to the East of Málaga: El Tintero.

The El Tintero Restaurant has become somewhat of a landmark in Málaga. It looks like your everyday “chiringuito” offering a wide range of delicious fresh fish; however, after you’ve spent a few minutes at your table – with a bit of luck, overlooking thebayofMálaga– you’ll realise that El Tintero offers a “different” and refreshing eating experience… (more…)

Head Down to La Carihuela for the “Día del Pescaito”: Free Fish and Beer Anyone?

Día del PescaitoOur neighbouring town of Torremolinos celebrates the 24th edition of its annual “Día del Pescaito” where tourists and visitors to the famous La Carihuela strip will be treated to 12.000 kilos of fish delicacies from the Málaga region.

It’s a thoroughly recommended couple of hours where you’ll be able to try some of the famous and typical fried fish dishes which La Carihuela is famous for. Best part is that it’s all free – and you get to wash it all down with a cool beer!

The party starts at 1 pm and goes on until 5 pm; I recommend you get there early if you don’t want to miss out! This event is organised by the Torremolinos Tourism Delegation with the collaboration of the local business associations of La Carihuela-Montemar and has become one of the town’s most popular celebrations.

Live music and young hosts dressed in typical costumes handing out free flowers contribute to a very enjoyable afternoon on the Carihuela!