COA MARBELLA AN INSPIRING NEW DINING EXPERIENCE IN NUEVA ANDALUCÍA Now opened in Nueva Andalucía, gastronomic hotspot COA has already gained an impressive following that ranges diversely in age and nationality. Man-about-town Dutch owner and brand ambassador Michael Keijzer, who formerly owned the renowned Dreamers nightclub, takes a very hands-on approach to his work, getting…
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A VENUE FOR EVERYONE IN A CHIC AMBIENCE … AND NOW OFFERING A DELECTABLE NEW THREE-COURSE LUNCH MENU! The prestigious Boho Club, located on Marbella’s Golden Mile just five minutes from the beach, has already built-up a resounding reputation with the gourmands of Marbella and beyond. Located where the Swedish Forestry Centre used to…
Read MoreTANGO ARGENTINIAN GRILL – PUERTO BANÚS
A GASTRONOMIC DELIGHT in a Fun and Welcoming Environment Photos by: Johnny Gates The long-standing Tango Restaurante in Puerto Banús, owned by dynamic brother-and-sister duo Luciano and Paula, has been the town’s most popular Argentinian dining establishment for many years. It has seen a number of famous faces pass through its doors during…
Read MoreMAX BEACH A BOHO-CHIC PARADISE in the Heart of Mijas Costa
Max Beach has for many years been a landmark establishment nestled on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea in Riviera. Since being taken over by restaurant group giant Metro Grupo – who own numerous successful venues across the Coast, such as Jacks, Joys, Cibo Italian, Alberts and Bono Beach, to name but a few –…
Read MoreCreative Steakhouse Cuisine from DANI GARCÍA
Marbella’s most renowned chef has returned with another sumptuous and pacesetting concept in haute cuisine. Described as “a new kind of steakhouse, set to revolutionize the grilling world”, Leña is located in Puente Romano Beach Resort, replacing Dani García’s former eponymous three-star Michelin restaurant. After the restaurant was awarded its third star at the end…
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Max Beach and Cibo Italiano…
Enjoying a Memorable Festive Season Two of the Costa del Sol’s most popular dining establishments are already planning ahead for the Christmas-New Year festivities… Max Beach will be launching the feasting with the “The Vintage Girls Christ-mas show” on Friday 22 December, followed by a Christmas Eve three-course Scandinavian-themed menu and a glass of mulled…
Read MoreMOMO GOLDEN MILE…
Marbella’s Gastronomic Treasure Situated in the charming Calle Tetuán in Marbella’s Old Town, Momo has been well established for many years. As a result of that success, it was only natural that owners Katrin and José María would expand the business and open a second and much larger restaurant on Marbella’s Golden Mile. Home &…
Read MoreAuthentic Indian Cooking – AT MUMBAI CITY INDIAN
Last summer another Indian restaurant opened its doors in Nueva Andalucía. With five Indian restaurants (at the last count) already established within a two-kilometre radius, it was going to be quite an undertaking to impress the curry aficionados of Nueva Andalucía – who have quite a choice already – but it seems that they have…
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EATING WELL FOR LESS IN PUERTO BANÚS Photos by Julia Roder: www.juliaroder.com The healthy eating phenomenon is taking the world by storm, with raw food, gluten-free, unrefined, organic and free-range now standard words used in our daily lives. And the superfood revolution – including quinoa, goji berries, Matcha, chia seeds and the like – has…
Read MoreBreathe – Revolutionary Design and dining concept in Marbella
With environmental issues being on most people’s conscience these days, BREATHE™ are certainly setting the bar with their pioneering eco-friendly design concept – putting themselves, as well as Marbella, well and truly on the map. Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited to meet the interior designer, Marta del Ganso, for this newly-opened mega venue, which had been the…
Read MoreThe New Pizza Romano – Puente Romano
Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited to savour Puente Romano’s newest addition to their gastronomic portfolio, Pizza Romano. Puente Romano has launched a new Italian poolside restaurant – Pizza Romano. There is outside dining where you can sit and enjoy al fresco dining under a fine mist spray of cool…
Read MoreModern Gastronomy That is Full of Flavour
Home & Lifestyle Magazine were invited to Purobeach for a lunch with public relations manager Saray Rojas to find out more about this forward-thinking hospitality group. Salduna Catering has been established for many years, offering a wide range of services within the world of events, including organisation and planning, gastronomy, serving, decoration, transport, nanny services,…
Read MoreKAH MARBELLA – New Pool Club in the Heart of Aloha
After huge investment, planning and many months of construction, KAH has opened its doors to welcome locals, tourists, families and parties alike to its charming pool club right in the heart of Aloha. Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited to take a look around and try out some of their lunchtime dishes… …
Read MorePETIT SEA GRILL AT PUENTE ROMANO
Exquisite Tapas & Wine by the Glass Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited by Puente Romano in Marbella to try out their new Petit Sea Grill restaurant, situated in the luxury hotel resort’s already well established and popular Sea Grill beachside restaurant. Executive Chef Thomas Stork and his team have come up with a stunning…
Read MoreContemporary Indian Gastronomy with Passion… at Mum
One of the Coast’s most well-known Indian chefs, and hailed for his contemporary cooking style, Raja has opened his latest restaurant on Marbella’s Golden Mile – called Mum Indian. It is sometimes difficult to differentiate between the many Indian restaurants in the Marbella area, but Mum certainly offers something extra special. With Raja’s wealth of…
Read MoreALBERTS BAR & GRILL CABOPINO
Offering An All-Round Dining Experience in the Marina Alberts has been established in the quaint little port of Cabopino for over 15 years and its prime position serves as a benchmark in the area. Overlooking the harbour, Alberts offers a large terrace to soak up the impressive views of the marina, as well as a…
Read MoreCreative Gastronomy in a Tranquil Marbella Setting
CASCADA COCINA & BAR Photos by Damian Rilo The newly-opened Cascada Cocina & Bar, owned by the same group of professionals as the highly-regarded Castillo de Monda, has already become quite a hit with the locals. This charming restaurant…
Read MoreBeckett’s Marbella Well-Established For Over 16 Years
Having gained a reputation for providing first-class service and serving high-quality food time and time again, it’s no wonder Beckett’s Marbella have been a recipient of the coveted Trip Advisor Award of Excellence several years running, including 2017. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere they leave no stone unturned to bring you an enjoyable dining experience – and to…
Read MoreVegetalia Restaurant Celebrations for 20th Anniversary
Fuengirola restaurant Vegetalia celebrated its 20th anniversary towards the end of last year, two decades offering ovo-lacto-vegetarian cuisine in a cosy and relaxed ambience. Using the freshest ingredients and avoiding food additives and artificial flavourings, their emphasis is always on the taste and quality of the food and on providing an excellent culinary experience. “We…
Read MoreBreathe A Gastronomic Oasis Combining Air, Earth, Fire and Water
Interview with Rodolfo Jacobson (González & Jacobson) and Mathieu Lèbre (Lema Paisajes) It is very possible that you have noticed the huge construction site at the opening of Puerto Banús with the eye-catching banner simply emblazoned with the word, “Breathe”. It has created quite a stir with the locals, many of whom are wondering what…
Read MoreHeavenly Dining In Marbella’s Marina
Alevante Restaurant & Beach Bar Marbella Alevante Restaurant & Beach Bar Marbella is an elegant restaurant on the first floor of the Real Club Marítimo (Yacht Club) in the marina, open to the public seven days a week from 10pm. The restaurant is in a stunning location, with a fresh, vibrant atmosphere. Renowned for taste and…
Read MoreAuthentic Italian cuisine in the heart of Marbella
Part of the successful Metro Group, Cibo Italiano offers authentic Italian cuisine at reasonable prices. Situated at the end of the Golden Mile, the restaurant features an attractive décor, giving it an airy and relaxed ambience. Even though Cibo is quite spacious, it still has an intimate feel with several areas where diners can enjoy…
Read MoreNobu Culinary Magic
COMES TO MARBELLA… AT PUENTE ROMANO BEACH RESORT & SPA Celebrated chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, who owns 35 restaurants around the world, has now opened his 36th in the prestigious Puente Romano Beach Resort & Spa in Marbella. It has the honour of being the first Nobu restaurant in Spain, and joins the resort’s already huge…
Read MoreTHE ULTIMATE BEACH EXPERIENCE – CHIC TRANQUILITY: BONO BEACH
Situated between El Rosario and Elviria, Bono Beach enjoys one of the most beautiful beach settings on the Coast, with its shallow waters and pure sand with hardly any stones. The beach club itself offers a tranquil ambience with chill-out music – ideal for families or those who simply want to relax in the sun.…
Read MoreAuthentic Thai Cuisine in a paradisiacal setting
Food photography by Gary Edwards (www.vpcreative.co.uk) Top Thai Beach is a beachside extension to the popular and highly respected Top Thai restaurant in the busy Centro Plaza commercial centre in Nueva Andalucía. Situated in the luxurious Laguna Village commercial centre, Top Thai Beach offers indoor and al fresco dining on a large terrace near the…
Read MoreAmerican Dining in A Fun Ambience JACKS SMOKEHOUSE PUERTO BANÚS
Restaurant photos by Gary Edwards (www.vpcreative.co.uk) Situated on the frontline of the Puerto Banús marina, Jacks Smokehouse (previously named Jacks American Brasserie) has reopened its doors with a new name and a great updated look. Even though the menu is more or less the same as before with dishes that Jacks have become so famous…
Read MoreClassic Grill Delicacies With a Touch Of Pizzazz
Journalists tend to be a difficult lot to please. Most normal people invited to a luncheon presentation at a popular restaurant would be joyously salivating all morning and dancing a small jig of delight as they scampered through the establishment’s front door. Journalists – especially those who have managed to entrench themselves as their media’s…
Read MoreExceptional Dinning In Natural Tranquility At El Campanario Golf & Country House
Tucked behind the Diana and Atenea commercial centres just west of Benahavís is the charming El Campanario Golf & Country House. This special venue is set in a tranquil setting surrounded by natural vegetation. There is a nine-hole golf course which has had a “foot golf” course built into it, as well as a spa,…
Read MoreNew Marbella Restaurant for Meat Lovers
Photos by: Johnny Gates The owners of the renowned Argentinean restaurant Hacienda Patagonica have now opened the doors to their second restaurant, El Origen, next to Frank’s Corner opposite Centro Comercial Plaza del Mar in the heart of Marbella – much to the excitement of their many regular customers. While Hacienda Patagonica has gained its…
Read MoreA Divinely Diverse Dining Experience at T-Bone Grill
A La Carte The name of this elegant restaurant in Marbella could be somewhat misconstrued. It is true that the establishment – located in Gran Meliá Don Pepe Hotel on the Golden Mile – offers diners a succulent T-Bone steak. However, in addition to Basque-style grilled meats, the T-Bone Grill menu also includes a wide…
Read MoreThe Beach House… Chic Dining by the Sea
The Beach House Photos: David Toms In preparing for our eagerly awaited day at the Beach House restaurant in Marbella we learned that during the summer season they open every morning for breakfast at 8.30 am and serve drinks in the lounge area until 1 am. It was going to be a long day, and…
Read MoreA La Carte: fine dining with a touch of style
A Fusion of Exquisite Tastes at UNI The culinary concept behind UNI is essentially about balance. A combination of Japanese and Peruvian (Nikkei cuisine) and a fusion of the past with the present, in constant evolution. UNI means sea urchin in Japanese and, as to be expected, this is a key ingredient at the…
Read MoreChic Restaurant & Bar with an Intergalactic Twist
A La Carte Mos Eisley Chic Restaurant & Bar with an Intergalactic Twist Nestled in the quaint area of Benavista near Estepona, there is a new restaurant/bar that has really got the locals’ heads turning. Mos Eisley, named after the bar featured in the iconic film Star Wars, is a totally refurbished venue that welcomes…
Read MoreBarbulla San Pedro A La Carte – The Bar-Restaurant That Is Making Some Noise
As we all know, San Pedro de Alcántara is enjoying a new awakening with recent developments such as the boulevard and the new cultural centre, Centro Cultural Trapiche de Guadaiza. With all eyes on San Pedro at the moment, owners of the chic chill-out bar NH Lounge (on top of the NH Hotel) took the…
Read MoreEl Pozo Viejo Newly Revamped Charm in the Heart of Marbella
A La Carte El Pozo Viejo Newly Revamped Charm in the Heart of Marbella Photos: Peter Staes Located in the oldest building in Marbella, built in 1502 in the heart of the Old Town, what was once a rundown restaurant has been taken over by a young, vibrant couple and transformed into…
Read MoreMadrid Fusión Costa del Sol serves up winning cuisine
Gourmet Delicacies Madrid Fusión Costa del Sol serves up winning cuisine Chefs from the Costa del Sol had starring roles in the latest edition of Madrid Fusión. Leading the culinary expedition to Madrid was Diego Gallegos, popularly known as the “Caviar Chef”, who owns and runs the Sollo Restaurant in Benalmádena and who…
Read MoreRe-Invention of an Impeccable French Dining Experience
Voulez Vous Restaurant & Lounge For exquisite French cuisine with verve, Voulez Vous in Nueva Andalucía is ticking all the right culinary boxes. Conveniently located on the roundabout heading up to Centro Plaza from Puerto Banús, the restaurant is the brainchild of a couple from Paris. A complete overhaul has produced a new kitchen, new…
Read MoreLuxury dining by the sea… at reasonable prices
A La Carte CHEZ MAX RESTAURANT This winter, lovers of fine dining can enjoy Chez Max’s international menu with a French-Belgian focus, while enjoying uninterrupted panoramic views of the Mediterranean. Chez Max’s menu is well balanced to appeal to all tastebuds. The selection is quite luxurious but the prices are reasonable, with generous portions. Chefs…
Read MoreDani García Restaurante & BiBo Brasserie
Michelin-Star Delicacies with a Sprinkling of Fantasy Andalucía’s only Michelin two-star chef, Dani García, has written a new chapter of his celebrated culinary tale, with the opening in April of two original restaurant concepts in Marbella. Following the decision to move his local operations from Calima (in the Gran Meliá Don Pepe hotel) to Hotel…
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Restaurants Marbella – Restaurant Review A La Carte Témpora Restaurante Cutting-Edge Creativity in Marbella Photos: David Toms The delightful Témpora Restaurante in Marbella’s Old Town is coming up to its second anniversary, serving fresh, seasonal and creative dishes put together with meticulous attention to detail. Their international menu is varied and indulgent with robust flavours…
Read MoreLA SALA — If you are in search of a Personalised customer service, a vibrant ambience and Exquisite gastronomy, then look no further than La Sala.
Famed as much for its effervescent milieu as for its delectable Chateaubriand, this celebrity haunt has welcomed everyone from premiership footballers, Ashley Cole, Peter Crouch and David Bentley (who also happens to be one of the owners,) to the cast of The Only Way is Essex and A-list actor, Antonio Banderas. Situated adjacent to the…
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