Review ~ The Picoteo a Magical Gastrobar set in the Secret Square in Fuengirola

The Picoteo, Fuengirola - I was first introduced to this little jewel over four years ago, since when I have been a regular whether just for a glass of wine and some gastro tapas or a sumptuous lunch this is one of my true favourites.

"A Magical Gastrobar set in the Secret Square"
Set in the Plaza de Chinorros literally behind the central post office (Correos) in the heart of Fuengirola the Gastro Taberna Picoteo offers superb food at realistic prices and always friendly but efficient service and alongside myself is a firm favourite with locals and a good following of tourists.

For me there are two spectacular dishes, the Kokotxas de Bacalao al Pil Pil beautifully prepared and presented Cod Cheeks Pil PIl style just sublime and the Corte de Cochinill Tostada Peras Salteadas � A slow roasted Sucking pig served with Saut�ed Pears � however I am happy to recommend the entire menu which I can�t say very often as I simply have never had a bad meal there.

At a Glance
Price Range: From �20 per head
Dress Code: Casual
Ambiance: Casual/Family Friendly

The Picoteo
Calle Larga, 4
La Plaza de Los Chinorros, Fuengirola, M�laga, 29640
Opening Hours: 1200 - 2400
Tel: 952 467 542
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More at: www.gastrotabernapicoteo.com 

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Food & Drink News ~ M�laga displays its food heritage at Madrid Fusi�n 2017

M�laga again stood out at this year�s Madrid Fusi�n gastro conference, as the coast was taken to the capital thanks to a number of M�laga chefs including Diego Gallegos, Jos� Carlos Garcia and executive chef Sergio Garrido who truly embraced the�costa� theme by turning up with a boat, meanwhile gastronomic agency Sabor a M�laga on hand to promote the world famous �espetos� skewered Sardines that we all know well from our beach Chiringuito�s.

 "M�laga again stood out at this year�s Madrid Fusi�n"

A special note of congratulations should go to one budding young chef; 20-year-old Racquel Garcia a student of the Escuela de Hosteleria in Benahavis who won the signature sandwich competition with her take on a calamari sandwich.

Recommendation ~ La Parra Gold - Parra Excellence in Los Boliches!

If you are yearning for traditional English fish and chips then look no further than La Parra Gold in Los Boliches. Situated in Calle de Poeta Salvador Rueda, behind the Comfortel, my recent visit was an eye opener; truly some of the best fish and chips I have ever eaten and definitely light years ahead of any others on the Costa del Sol. 

  "Truly some of the best fish and chips I have ever eaten"

But the menu doesnt stop there, home made pies and excellent desserts are also the order of the day. Efficient friendly staff, good potions and great prices � La Parra Gold gets a MalagaFoodGuide 8/10 � Highly Recommended!

At a Glance
Price Range: From �9 per head
Dress Code: Casual
Ambiance: Casual/Family Friendly

La Parra Gold
Calle Poeta Salvador Rueda, Fuengirola, 29640
Opening Hours: 1200 - 2200
Tel: 678 292 792
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More at:  La Parra Gold

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Food & Drink News ~ New Gino's hits Fuengirola in Style!

You may not have heard of Grupo VIP�s but you have certainly heard of their brands which include Fridays, Starbucks and Gino�s. The group continues to show is commitment to the Costa del Sol with the opening of its latest restaurant, Gino�s in Fuengirola taking its exposure in M�laga Province alone to 11 venues.

The group says customers will experience the all new brand and culinary proposal offered at its other Gino�s establishments with a positive focus on quality ingredients and produce sourced direct from Italy which can be enjoyed in convivial surrounds that it describes as a modern and urban
atmosphere. Gino�s Fuengirola is situated at Avenida de la Encarnaci�n n� 2.

Recommendation ~ The taste of M�laga in Benahavis at the Escuela de Hosteleria

True foodies really need to pay a visit to the Escuela de Hosteler�a in Benahavis. The school is noted because of the sheer attention to detail displayed by the teachers and students alike and its fantastic position and spectacular views, situated as it is between the coast and the mountains. 

"The menu is the essence of seasonality"

The menu is the essence of seasonality, with the master menu changing at least 3 times per school year, with the majority of the products used, sourced direct from M�laga as a result of their link    with the �Sabor a M�laga� project initiated by the provincial government.

In addition to the � la carte, the restaurant offers both wine -pairing and two tasting menus daily priced at between �32 & �38 and those visiting on either a Monday or Wednesday can take advantage of a discounted rate of �28 � however, you will need to book well in advance to take advantage of these days! A Malaga Food Guide Ranking of 8.5/10 Highly Recommended!

El Restaurante Escuela
Avda Andaluc�a 31,
29679 Benahavis, Andaluc�a
Opening Hours: 13:30h a 15:30h
Email: reservas@escuelahosteleria.es
Reservations: 952 855 242

Recommendation ~ The Four Wise Men of M�laga March Onwards & Upwards

It is over 12 months since we first reported on the Spain Food Sherpas � �The Four Wise Men of M�laga�, four guys with completely different backgrounds who launched their concept to guide visitors around the beautiful M�laga food markets and the artisan food and grocery shops before moving on to restaurants where their guests are taught traditional recipes and learn to cook Spanish favourites including the omnipresent gazpacho & paella.

 �The Four Wise Men of  M�laga�

After a great response from the press, its guests and with the backing the City�s Hotels, Restaurants and Bars they are entering with new fervour expanding their tours and their cookery workshops and plan this year to reveal even more culinary secrets with their usual enthusiasm.

Spain Food Sherpas
Plaza de la Merced 12
29012 M�laga
Telephone: +34 952 210 307
E-mail: hello@spainfoodsherpas.com
More at: www.spainfoodsherpas.com