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Fuente de la Higuera fry-up
28 May 2026

Fuente de la Higuera fry-up

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When we British talk of a fry-up we think of bacon, sausages, eggs, fried bread, etc. A Spaniard who orders a fritura…
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Squash and blue cheese risotto
25 Oct 2025

Squash and blue cheese risotto

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It’s autumn here in Andalucía and so pumpkin and squash abound. Whilst a pumpkin purée is a staple dish for this season, Julie Wilkinson likes to mix it up…
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Dorada al vino blanco (Secret Serranía style)
20 Feb 2021

Dorada al vino blanco (Secret Serranía style)

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Our contributor Paul Whitelock bought a nice fresh dorada for him and his wife Rita to share. But…
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Sopa de Cebolla
20 Jan 2021

Onion Soup a la Secret Serranía

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This hearty soup is ideal for the cold nights we are experiencing at the moment. Paul Whitelock did some research,…
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Vegan Mushroom Soup – Secret Serranía-style
11 Jan 2021

Vegan Mushroom Soup – Secret Serranía-style

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Paul Whitelock’s wife Rita has been under the weather recently. Last night he made her this tasty mushroom soup. She devoured it all, apparently…
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Fried goat’s cheese with caramelised pears – Secret Serranía style
29 Dec 2020

Fried goat’s cheese with caramelised pears – Secret Serranía style

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It often works well to mix savoury and sweet. This recipe from Paul Whitelock is a good example… Ingredients …
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Madita’s Lentil and Spinach Curry – Swabian-style
22 Dec 2020

Madita’s Lentil and Spinach Curry – Swabian-style

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By Madita Schröder (aged 12) This recipe is courtesy of Rita’s oldest grand-daughter who lives in the Swabian village of…
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Rita Whitelock
Cauliflower cheese – Serranía Style
15 Dec 2020

Cauliflower cheese – Serranía Style

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British cuisine has a terrible reputation amongst the Spanish. Paul Whitelock thinks this is unfair. There are a…
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Paul Whitelock
Rita’s Onion and Goat Cheese quiche
07 Dec 2020

Rita’s Onion and Goat Cheese quiche

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This simple recipe puts shop-bought quiches in the shade. Rita Whitelock prefers to cook good food rather than spend…
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Vegetable Curry – Secret Serranía style
06 Dec 2020

Vegetable Curry – Secret Serranía style

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There is a dearth of Indian restaurants in the Serrania de Ronda, which means that Paul Whitelock has not enjoyed a…
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Paul Whitelock
Prawns with Chilli and Mangoes – Secret Serranía Style
04 Dec 2020

Prawns with Chilli and Mangoes – Secret Serranía Style

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A Facebook friend requested some ideas to use up the fresh chillis in her fridge. Paul Whitelock took up the challenge…
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Chilli con carne – Secret Serranía style
01 Dec 2020

Chilli con carne – Secret Serranía style

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This is another of Paul Whitelock’s signature dishes. It’s a while since he cooked it, but he tried it with a
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Bubble and Squeak – Secret Serranía style
28 Nov 2020

Bubble and Squeak – Secret Serranía style

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After his steak au poivre Paul…
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Steak au poivre – Secret Serranía style
27 Nov 2020

Steak au poivre – Secret Serranía style

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This is one of Paul Whitelock’s signature dishes. It was the first meal he prepared for the Meter Maid when…
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Paul’s Serranía Three Bean Soup
18 Nov 2020

Paul’s Serranía Three Bean Soup

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Paul Whitelock likes to dabble in cooking when he is de Rodríguez…
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Jun 2026

Anniversary of birth of Fray Leopoldo in Alpandeire

On Saturday 27 June 2026, the municipality of Alpandeire in the Serranía de Ronda will once again commemorate the birth of its most illustrious resident, Blessed Friar Leopoldo, who was born in this beautiful town in the Genal Valley on 24 June 1864, some 162 years ago. Fray Leopoldo Day has been celebrated in Alpandeire since 2011, with the participation of hundreds of residents and visitors who typically come to the village during the weekend of the celebration. The feast day of Friar Leopoldo will begin at 10.30 am in the Iglesia de San Antonio de Padua with a commemorative Mass. Following the Mass, shortly before noon, the eagerly awaited procession will commence, in which the image of the ‘beato’ will travel through the streets of his hometown on a beautifully decorated throne carried by men and women. It is worth noting that both the image of the friar and the throne were donated in 2010 by a local family after Friar Leopoldo’s beatification. Numerous people will accompany the procession along its route, which will pause at the Blessed’s birthplace and in the Plaza de Fray Leopoldo. At this location, a floral offering will be made at the sculpture. The […]

27
Jun 2026

‘Hecho por Ellas’ rural craft event in Atajate

Crafts, entrepreneurship and visibility for women from the mountains of the Serranía de Ronda On 27 June 2026, Atajate will host ‘Hecho por Ellas’ (Made by Them), a craft event created to highlight the work, talent and entrepreneurship of women artisans from the Serranía de Ronda area. This initiative, funded by the State Pact against Gender Violence and the Ministry of Equality, aims to highlight the fundamental role that women have historically played in artisanal trades, a task that for a long time has remained in the background despite its enormous contribution to the economic, cultural and social development of our towns and villages. ‘Hecho por Ellas’ will bring together several entrepreneurial women from the region who have turned crafts into their profession and way of life. Through different exhibition spaces distributed throughout the municipality, the participants will showcase their techniques, materials, and creations, allowing visitors to experience firsthand the value of traditional and contemporary crafts. Among the participating artisans we will find jewellery made with wire, creations made with esparto grass and other plant materials, artistic pieces made with resins and proposals based on natural elements and wrappings, among other initiatives that reflect the creativity and artisanal richness of […]

11
Jul 2026

Festival Pueblo live music in Atajate

Typically held in late June or early July, this is a massive free summer music festival that takes place at the local swimming pool’s esplanade. The experience: A lively night of outdoor concerts featuring a mix of Andalusian pop, rock, rumba and flamenco acts. The vibe: It features live music and DJs that keep the party going from late in the evening until the sun comes up, all with free admission.

18
Jul 2026

Blues Music with Fernando Neris

​Fernando Neris is an authentic Spanish Blues artist settled in Belgium since the year 2000. He is an acknowledged specialist in fingerpicking and lapsteel guitar, who has a deep knowledge of the old pre-war acoustic repertoire, giving as much importance to music as to the rich lyrics. His abundant discography includes collaborations with many Flemish and French-speaking artists, from blues-rock to jazz-blues, gospel and folk. Since 2009 Fernando preferably performs in solo format, not only in Belgium, but also in Spain and even in Japan. Fernando’s repertoire, filled with human and heartfelt stories, pays homage to great classic Blues artists such as Robert Johnson, Skip James, Blind Willie Johnson and Muddy Waters. As a songwriter, he has published dozens of songs that he performs sometimes as a songster, sometimes as a leader of other groups: The Hoodoogang, De Ferre Trio, Lucifer Mo’ Blues…

18
Jul 2026

Night trail race in the Genal valley

Two routes are available of 9 or 15 kilometres as the night mountain race celebrates its 10th anniversary. Registration open at www.dorsalchip.es/carrera/2026/7/18/Trail_Nocturno_Genalguacil.aspx  

30
Jul 2026

Pueblos Blancos Music Festival 2026

One of the first cultural and musical events of its kind in Spain and in Europe! International bands and musicians stay in local villages, learn about the region and share their music with local musicians and music fans, through talks, workshops, excursions and concerts. This year it will offer four days of free concerts with over 25 great bands from around the world, including around 12 from Texas in the USA. They will take place in the ancient and spectacular Andalusian mountain settings of Ronda, Montejaque and Cortes de la Frontera, in southern Spain! Legendary international artists like Joe King Carrasco, mixed with great up-and-coming international bands, young indie-rock groups and local Spanish bands; playing free concerts every night, after-hours jam sessions with local and international musicians and shared activities with the performing musicians, local residents and visitors. Many of the bands come from Texas – many from Austin, the live music capital of the world. Thanks to the support of local councils, other local public institutions, sponsors, and local musicians, the concerts and events are free so that all music fans can attend.

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Nov 2026

All Saints’ Day

National holiday

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May 2027

May Day

National holiday

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