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6th January 2024 ‘VEGETABLE SPAGHETTI’ BY HELEN WESTWATER OF ‘LA OLA FRESCA’
In the neighbourhood of Benimaclet, where ‘La Ola Fresca’ is situated, we are enjoying the sunshine and continue to explore the production of food through ecological and sustainable methods. So, here’s a wheat-free recipe that is both healthy and delicious…to bring some of that vibrance to your plate. Ingredients for 4 people Vegetable spaghetti 1 […]
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Food 
30th December 2023 TRADITIONAL VALENCIA WITH FRIENDLY SERVICE AT ‘LA CHURRERIA DEL BARRIO’
24/7 Valencia: Could you tell us more about La Churreria? La Churreria del barrio: In our churreria we elaborate churros in the traditional way, porras, pumpkin fritters and exquisite hot chocolate. For breakfast or an afternoon snack, enjoy some ‘churros’ that are especially made just for you. We are in the Av. Del Cid area […]
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Art 
23rd December 2023 ALEX Z NICHOLSON ART EXHIBITION AT ‘LA CAVA DEL NEGRET’
How often do we make time to look up and appreciate the buildings and sights around us? Alex Z Nicholson’s new exhibition in ‘La Cava del Negret’ ‘is a collection of original drawings that reminds us of the richness of our everyday environment. ‘Mira Arriba!’, the title, meaning ‘Look up!’ is a reminder that there is a […]
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Food 
11th December 2023 ‘TURRÓN’ By Helen Westwater of ‘La Ola Fresca’
Christmas time is not so far away now! Ever wondered how to feed an army? Well, apparently this is how the Moors did it; with the use of energy rich almonds and honey in a form convenient to transport, allowing an instant on-the-move vitality snack and leading to the origin of the Jijona Turrón. Just […]
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Nightlife 
1st December 2023 AN AUTHENTIC NIGHT OF TAPAS AND FLAMENCO AT ‘EL TORO Y LA LUNA’
‘El Toro y La Luna’ offers visitors a very memorable evening out, bringing together Spanish cuisine and flamenco music and dance. Their high-quality gastronomy complements the exceptional flamenco performance by a family of artists. A night which tickles all your senses, will treat your tastebuds with delicious food, your sight with expressive dancing, and your […]
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Music 
1st November 2023 FOUR MUSICAL IMMERSIONS OF ‘LA BATISFERA’ IN NOVEMBER
‘La Batisfera’ in El Cabanyal in Valencia proudly announces the commencement of its fifth live music initiative cycle in November 2023. Since its launch in May 2022, this series of intimate concerts, each accommodating a limited audience of 60 seated guests, has garnered acclaim from both musicians and attendees. Artists like Luis Prado, Aliya Cycon, […]
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Food 
31st October 2023 ‘LA DESPENSA DE FRIDA’ LOCATED IN MERCADO DE RUZAFA (EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW)
La Despensa de Frida is a Mexican produce stall located in the busy multicultural hub of Ruzafa market. The stall, run by married couple Michelle and Manolo, first opened over 8 years ago. Michelle who is Mexican, had been working in catering and realised it was hard to find some Mexican ingredients and produce here […]
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Places 
29th October 2023 ‘LA BATISFERA’ CAFÉ AND BOOKSTORE CELEBRATES 5 YEARS OF CULTURE AND COMMUNITY
Strolling along Carrer de la Reina it is easy to find yourself drawn in by the hustle of the atmosphere and the various sights of the increasingly hip Cabanyal area. Amidst the urban energy and the attractive pace of life, a hidden gem immediately captures our attention – a charming yellow café-bar serving also as […]
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Film 
23rd October 2023 A ‘MADE IN VALENCIA’ FILM PRESENTATION…’QUAN NO ACABA LA NIT’ (‘WHEN THE NIGHT DOESN’T END’)
Quan no acaba la nit’ is a hymn to friendship in the middle of the legendary and infamous ‘Ruta de Bakalao’. Óscar Montón’s first feature film features a young cast and the collaboration of the legendary Chimo Bayo. Valencian cinema continues to disembark at the 38th Mostra de València, this time with the premiere by […]
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Film 
19th October 2023 ‘LA MOSTRA FILM FESTIVAL’ BEGINS THIS WEEK IN VALENCIA
La Mostra Film Festival is back in 2023 from the 19th to the 29th of October for its 38th edition. This festival, founded in 1980, was created with a mission to centralize Mediterranean film production. Over the years, it became a cultural cornerstone in the region. Mostra de València – Cinema del Mediterrani is a […]
