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Welcome to the second edition of Smart Marbella Magazine

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our readers for the second edition ofsmart magazine Marbella covering the very hot summer months of August and September,Our distribution is in print and online in the areas of Marbella, Puerto Banus, Nuevaandalucia, El Rosario, Elviria, La Cala to Benlamadena, we are pleased to say that themagazines have flown off the racks and we have received an abundance of calls askingwhere the magazine can be picked up along with positive feedback on the articles andeditorial included in the June/July Edition.

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Book Shelf

Sun Tan or Sun Burn

38 A Hot Summers Cool Ideas

Things to do: La Tomatina

Scuba Diving

Out & About: Benalmádena

Destination Report to: Marrakech

Comedians: Dave Allen

Born Free & Dian Fossey- The charities

The Golf Page: Valderrama

Siesta time

Registering your UK vehicle

44 BBQ: Sizzling tips

Food Glorious Food: Recipe Page

08 Ambergris: The smell of fortune

Catch me if you can: Frank Abagnale

Cocktails: and their origins

50 Gourmet Guide

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It's summer, the weather is great with thewarmth beating down on us and certainlycurrency exchange markets have also feltsome heat with the pound in particularleading the way .

Across the Euro zone the same names arestill in the frame. Greece even though itreceived its bailout has now found a blackhole rumoured to be around 11 billion Eurosand are also having difficulty selling some ofits state assets. Going forward thankfully theIMF are still playing ball with them and theEU have also agreed to reduce the amountthey are supposed to raise by the end of2013 although they will have to play catchup in 2014. Portugal also experienced somepolitical uncertainty which impacted upontheir bond yields, Mr Rajoy was in the newsover some irregular payments whilst Italyalso managed to stay in the politicalspotlight with Mr Berlusconi and hisprosecution.

Brighter news from the zone however was asmall step recovery in manufacturing whichreturned to growth at 50.3 and Frenchconsumer confidence rose to a 3 monthhigh. This was reflected right across theEuro zone with consumer confidenceimproving to a 8 month high. The EuropeanCentral Bank held interest rates and inflationis pretty steady at 1.6% so the questionbeing raised is, "has the worst gone and willthe economy return to growth by the yearend?

In the UK the Services sector which accounts for 70% of GDP is flying and leapt to 60.2up from 56.9 in June and that's the highest level since December 2006. The rise followedstrong growth in manufacturing and construction reports which followed the Nationwidehouse price survey suggesting prices have risen by 3.9% year on year.

Mr Carney took over the reigns at The Bank of England and decided to leave interest ratesunchanged and certainly by the time you read this we will have more of an insight into hispolicy for the remainder of the year. What delights will he introduce will his view be basedon timeline or economic data?

The Cooperative Bank is still in the news, how is it raising funds to recapitalise and TheRoyal Bank of Scotland has a new chief who takes over from Stephen Hester, Mr RossMcEwan is joining with a basic salary of only £1million and has not asked for a bonus thisyear.

Stateside its still good news with house prices up again an extra 1.2 million back in workduring 2013 and some big names reporting decent half year results, notably Bank ofAmerica the second biggest bank in the US who came up with a 70% rise in second quarterprofits. We continue to wait for news on the easing of mortgage backed securities buying(or pumping money into the economy) and investors had been worried tapering may startas early as September, we will wait and see.

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Living up to its cosmopolitanreputation, Marbella currentlyboasts Spain’s only certifiedrepresentative the Peter HessSound Massage Institute inGermany. Christine Heckel recentlyreceived permission to teach andpractice under the Peter HessAcademy Spain.

The theory x behind soundmassage - using therapy singingbowls - originates from ancient FarEastern teachings in Sanskrit andmodern science, in so much asthey both purport that the bodycomprises a high percentage ofwater, which can be affected,moved, rebalanced and re-centredby sound waves and vibrations –which is where the singing bowlscome in.

Following the authentic Peter Hesstechnique, Christine’s therapysinging bowls are used to promotebetter mental and physical well-being, whereby the body respondsto the resonance of the soundvibrations and the mind to the richovertone sounds. She also runs

workshops and certified coursesfor individuals and professionalswho would like to practice thetreatment.

In order to shed some light on thepractice, Smart Magazine’s SalesManager Cristina Axfordexperienced a treatment first handand here is what she discovered.

Q. Are you familiar with soundmassage therapy?

A. I knew vaguely about the bowlsbut I thought they were used inChinese therapy.

Q. Have tried alternative therapiesand treatments?

A. Yes, massage of many types,Thai, shiatsu, relaxing,aromatherapy, chiropody,Alexander technique. The singingbowl therapy is a completelydifferent type of massage, there isno hard contact with the body yousimply feel the vibrations from thebowls.

Q. How did the sound massagemake you feel?

A. It made me feel very relaxed in avery deep way, almost like yourbrain waves function on a differentlevel. I felt completely relaxedmentally, compared to traditionalmassage where the effects areonly physical.

Q. How would you describe theexperience?

A. Great, not at all what I imagined,Christine is clearly very talented,not to be compared to physicalmassage, for me personally thistype of massage is more for thesoul and I can see that regulartreatments would be beneficial.

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Christine HeckelAdministering good vibrations in Marbella

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6. Years of exposure to the sun andsalt water transform the waste intoa smooth, grey, lump of compactrock which has a waxy feel to it

7. Freshly produced ambergris has amarine, fecal odor and as it ages, itacquires a sweet, earthy scent

8. It got its name because it looks likethe amber washed up on beaches inthe Baltic. Gris comes from theLatin word for grey

9. It is used in the production ofperfume and as a result is extremelyvaluable

10. Scientists refer to ambergris as"floating gold" because of this

When a whale initially vomits upambergris, it is soft and has a terriblesmell. Some marine biologistscompare it to scented cow dung. Butafter floating on the salty ocean forabout a decade, the substancehardens into a smooth, waxy, usuallyrounded piece of nostril heaven. Thedung smell is gone, replaced by ascent that has been famous forhundreds of years, probably more. Inaddition to its use in the perfumeindustry, it is said to be anaphrodisiac, a homeopathic remedy,and an excellent flavoring for food.

A man whose dog found a lump of rare and valuable whale vomit on a beach isexpecting to be able to sell it for more than £100,000. Ken Wilman, 50, was outwalking on Morecambe beach when his dog Madge started sniffing a lump ofrock. He told Sky News: "At first I thought it was a football but as I got closer Irealised it was a big stone. "She wouldn't leave it alone. I picked it up and itsmelt horrible so I knocked it with my walking stick and a small lump came off."I put both pieces back on the beach but something in the back of my mindtold me it might be something unusual. "I came back home and searchedonline. I had an inkling it was whale vomit and when I saw pictures I realised itwas. "When I read how valuable it was I got Madge straight back in the car and drove back to the beach to bring it home."

Mr Wilman said: "A company in France has offered 5,000 euros (£4,300) per300g which would make my piece worth 50,000 euros (£43,000) but I'm toldcompanies in Switzerland offer four times that amount."

Mr Wilman, who is a single parent and has been unemployed since a motorbikeaccident in 2007, said when he does sell it he will spend the money taking his15-year-old son on a trip to Machu Picchu, in Peru. He added: "Madge will alsobe getting a treat for her find by being fed her favourite sausages every dayfrom now on!"

Whale vomit is also known as ambergris and is used to make perfume. It isformed in the digestive system of sperm whales and has a very strong andunpleasant aroma. Whales excrete it through the mouth when it is too large topass through the digestive system. Perfume makers use it as it has a smellsimilar to musk.

1. Ambergris is a solid, waxy, flammable substance of a dull grey or blackishcolour produced in the intestines of sperm whales

2. It's produced by the whale to protect its gut from the very sharp beaks ofsquid that it feeds on deep down in the ocean

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Catch meif you can...Frank William Abagnale, Jr: born April27, 1948) is an American securityconsultant known for his history as aformer confidence trickster, cheque forger,impostor, and escape artist. He becameone of the most famous impostors ever,claiming to have assumed no fewer thaneight identities as an airline pilot, a doctor,a U.S. Bureau of Prisons agent, and alawyer.

He escaped from police custody twice(once from a taxiing airliner and once froma U.S. federal penitentiary), before he was

21 years old. He served fewer than fiveyears in prison before starting to work forthe federal government. He is currently aconsultant and lecturer for the FBIacademy and field offices. He also runsAbagnale & Associates, a financial fraudconsultancy company.

Abagnale's life story provided theinspiration for the feature film Catch Me IfYou Can, a Broadway musical of the samename which opened in April 2011, and aghostwritten autobiography also of thesame name.

Bank fraudAbagnale's early confidence tricksincluded writing personal cheques on hisown overdrawn account. This, however,would work for only a limited time beforethe bank demanded payment, so hemoved on to opening other accounts atdifferent banks, eventually creating newidentities to sustain this charade.

Over time through experimentation, hedeveloped different ways of defraudingbanks, such as printing out his ownalmost-perfect copies of cheques,

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depositing them, and persuading banks toadvance him cash on the basis of hisaccount balances. Another trick he usedwas to print his account number on blankdeposit slips and add them to the stack ofreal blank slips in the bank. This meantthat the deposits written on those slips bybank customers entered his account ratherthan the accounts of the legitimatecustomers.

ImpersonationsAirline pilotLater, Abagnale decided to impersonatepilots because he wanted to fly throughoutthe world for free. He got a uniform bycalling Pan American World Airways (Pan Am), telling the company that he was apilot working for them who had lost hisuniform, and obtaining a new one with afake employee ID. He then forged aFederal Aviation Administration pilot'slicense. Pan Am estimated that betweenthe ages of 16 and 18, Abagnale flew over1,000,000 miles (1,600,000 km) on over 250flights and flew to 26 countries bydeadheading. As a company pilot, he wasalso able to stay at hotels for free duringthis time. Everything from food to lodgingwas billed to the airline company.

DoctorFor eleven months, Abagnaleimpersonated a chief resident pediatricianin a Georgia hospital under the alias FrankConners. He chose this course after hewas nearly arrested disembarking a flightin New Orleans. Afraid of possible capture,he retired temporarily to Georgia. Whenfilling out a rental application heimpulsively listed his occupation as"doctor," fearing that the owner mightcheck with Pan Am if he wrote "pilot".After befriending a real doctor who lived inthe same apartment complex, he agreedto act as a supervisor as a favor until thelocal hospital could find someone else totake the job. The position was not difficultfor Abagnale because supervisors did noreal medical work.

AttorneyWhile he was posing as Pan Am FirstOfficer "Robert Black", Abagnale forged aHarvard University law transcript, passedthe Louisiana Bar exam, and got a job atthe Louisiana State Attorney General'soffice at the age of nineteen. Abagnalewas told the Bar needed more lawyers andwas offered a chance to apply. After

making a fake transcript from Harvard, heprepared himself for the compulsory exam.Despite failing twice, he claims to havepassed the bar exam legitimately on thethird try after eight weeks of study,because "Louisiana at the time allowedyou to take the Bar over and over as manytimes as you needed. It was really a matterof eliminating what you got wrong."

Capture and imprisonmentAbagnale was eventually caught in Francein 1969 when an Air France attendant hehad dated in the past recognized him andnotified the police. When the French policeapprehended him, 12 countries in which hehad committed fraud sought hisextradition. After a two-day trial, he firstserved prison time in Perpignan's Houseof Arrest in France — a one-year sentencethat the presiding judge at his trial reducedto six months. At Perpignan he was heldnude in a tiny, filthy, lightless cell that hewas never allowed to leave. The celllacked toilet facilities, a mattress, or ablanket, and food and water were severelyrestricted.He was then extradited to Sweden, wherehe was treated more humanely underSwedish law. Later, a Swedish judge askeda U.S. State Department official to revokehis passport. Without a valid passport, theSwedish authorities were legallycompelled to deport him to the UnitedStates, where he was sentenced to 12years in a federal prison for multiplecounts of forgery.

Alleged escapesIn April 1971, Abagnale reportedlyescaped from the Federal DetentionCenter in Atlanta, Georgia, while awaitingtrial. In his book, Abagnale considers thisto be one of the most infamous escapes inhistory. During the time, U.S. prisons werebeing condemned by civil rights groupsand investigated by congressionalcommittees. In a stroke of luck thatincluded the accompanying U.S. marshalforgetting his detention commitmentpapers, Abagnale was mistaken for anundercover prison inspector and was evengiven privileges and food far better thanthe other inmates. The Federal Departmentof Corrections in Atlanta had already losttwo employees as a result of reportswritten by undercover federal agents andAbagnale took advantage of theirvulnerability..

Abagnale then bluffed his way through anattempted capture by posing as an FBIagent after being recognized by a motelregistration clerk. Still intent on making hisway to Brazil, Abagnale was picked up afew weeks later by two NYPD detectiveswhen he inadvertently walked past theirunmarked police car.

Legitimate jobsIn 1974, after he had served less than fiveyears of his 12 year sentence at FederalCorrections Institute facility in Petersburg,Virginia, the United States federalgovernment released him on the conditionthat he help the federal authorities, withoutpay, to investigate crimes committed byfraud and scam artists.

After his release, Abagnale tried severaljobs, including cook, grocer, and movieprojectionist, but he was fired from most ofthese after it was discovered he had beenhired without revealing his criminal past.Finding these jobs unsatisfying, heapproached a bank with an offer. Heexplained to the bank what he had doneand offered to speak to the bank's staffand show them various tricks that"paperhangers" use to defraud banks. Hisoffer included the condition that if they didnot find his speech helpful, they wouldowe him nothing; otherwise, they wouldowe him only $500 with an agreement thatthey would provide his name to otherbanks. With that, he began a legitimate lifeas a security consultant.

He lives in Charleston, South Carolina,with his wife, whom he married one yearafter becoming legitimate. They have threesons, including one who currently worksfor the FBI. Abagnale and Joe Shea, theFBI agent on whom the character of CarlHanratty was based for the film Catch MeIf You Can, remained close friends untilShea's death.

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Things to do...Places to see...TOMATINA

La Tomatina is a food fight festival heldon the last Wednesday of August eachyear in the town of Bunol near toValencia in Spain. Thousands uponthousands of people make their wayfrom all corners of the world to fight inthis 'World's Biggest Food Fight' wheremore than one hundred metric tons ofover-ripe tomatoes are thrown in thestreets.

The week-long festival features music,parades, dancing, and fireworks. Onthe night before the tomato fight,participants of the festival compete in apaella cooking contest.

Anywhere from 40,000 to 50,000(reported to be 50,000 in 2012) peoplecome to this huge tomato fight, greatlyexpanding Bunol's normal 9,000person population. There is limitedaccommodation for people who cometo La Tomatina, so many people take

the easier option of staying in nearbyValencia just 38km to Bunol by bus ortrain. In preparation for the dirty mess thatwill ensue, shopkeepers use huge plasticcovers on their storefronts in order toprotect them from the carnage.

At around 11 am, the first event of theTomatina begins. Many trucks haul thebounty of tomatoes into the center of thetown, Plaza del Pueblo. The tomatoescome from Extremadura, where they areless expensive. Technically the festivaldoes not begin until one brave soul hasclimbed to the top of a two-story high,greased-up wooden pole and reached thecoveted ham at the top. In practice thisprocess takes a long time and the festivalstarts despite no one reaching the meatyprize. The signal for the beginning of thefight is firing of water cannons, and thechaos begins. Once it begins, the battle isgenerally every man for himself.

Those who partake in this event are

strongly encouraged to wear protectivesafety goggles and gloves. In addition,they must squish the tomatoes beforethrowing for safety precautions.Another rule is that no one is allowed tobring into this fight anything that mayprovoke someone into a more seriousbrawl, such as a glass bottle. Althoughit is forbidden to tear someone else'sclothing, the crowd tends to ignore thisand invariably will rip the shirt of anyclothed person, man or woman.

After exactly one hour, the fighting endswhen the water cannons are fired oncemore to signal the end. At this point, nomore tomatoes can be thrown. Thecleaning process involves the use offire trucks to spray down the streets,with water provided from a Romanaqueduct. The authorities seem moreconcerned with cleaning the town thancleaning the visitors, so some peoplefind water at the Bunol River to washthemselves, although some kindresidents will hose passers-by down.Once the tomato pulp is flushed, theground is clean due to the acidity of thetomato.

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Siesta Facts- More energy- Improve productivity by over 30%- Improve alertness by up to 100%- Reduce stress and the risk of heartdisease by 34%

- Better negotiation andcommunication

- Reduce risk of accidents at work andon the road

- Happiness and wellbeing

- Warning - Possible slight risk ofdeveloping Diabetes Type 2

The Siesta has existed for thousands ofyears and was previously regarded as aphysical necessity rather than a luxury.While the traditional Spanish style siestacan last for up to two hours to avoid thehottest part of the day, there is actually abiological need for people in all climates tohave a short rest in the afternoon to reviveenergy levels.

The form of rest recommended for healthand productivity benefits is a short 10-20minute nap, and not the 2 hour long siestanormally associated with Spain, enjoyableas that may be!

Research shows that the majority ofpeople suffer from tiredness twice in every24 hour period. We are what's called Bi-phasic; we need two periods of sleep; along one at night and a shorter one duringthe day. The early afternoon brings a dropin energy levels, not as severe as night

time, but sufficient to make it difficult toconcentrate and think clearly. By having ashort nap we can help ourselves thinkmore clearly by more productive andreduce the risk of heart disease. Tirednesscan also be a cause of accidents. A short10-20 minute nap is all that is needed torestore our concentration, alertness andimprove productivity for the afternoon.

TraditionThe siesta rest has origins in Islamic Lawand is written about in the Koran.However the word siesta is Spanish,originating from the Latin "Hora Sexto"meaning "the sixth hour" (six hours fromdawn is noon). Siesta means "middayrest". Although Spain is often consideredas having invented the 'siesta' it's originsgo back much further in history withinIslam.

Romans had a regular siesta; it wasconsidered to be a physical necessityrather than a luxury, but it is unlikely thatthey had a health policy that included this,as was the case in Islam.

The Spanish have become known for theirliking for a long 2 hour siesta, but this wasintroduced centuries ago to allow theirfarmers to rest during the hottest part ofthe day. Consequently they work longerinto the evening. Traditionally in Spain thesiesta can last up to two hours or more.Firstly there will be a good lunch withfriends or family then they will rest.Although tradition would have them go to

bed in pyjamas, these days any sofa, bedor chair or shade will suffice and they mayhave a short nap as part of the overallsiesta. However not all will have a sleepand the Spanish siesta is more abouttaking a break away from the heat of midday sun.

Today, with modern equipment and mostpeople working in air-conditioned offices,there is not the same need for a longsiesta, so the Spanish are now trying tomake less of it and adopt a working dayschedule more in keeping with northernEurope. However, this does not mean thatthey do not need a short rest. Thebiological need for rest in the earlyafternoon applies to all people on allcontinents.

Humans are mammals just as any cat, lion,cheetah, horse or dog and we are all bi-phasic; we need more than one session ofsleep within a 24 hour period. All othermammals nap, yet many humans,particularly in the British and US culturestry to struggle through the naturaltiredness that occurs about 8 hours afterwaking in the morning. By having just a10-20 minute nap as part of our lunchbreak we can restore our energy levels forthe afternoon and be far more productiveand alert.

The two hour siesta is nolonger seen as necessary, buta 10-15 minute nap can dowonders for us all.

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Your first impression upon entering thegates is that Valderrama is a place oftradition and in pristine condition. Theenormous mosaic of the clubs emblemechos the importance that this club hasto Spanish golfing history. Manicuredgardens and old-style Spanisharchitecture greet you as you make yourway around the property.

The cork trees ensure that each hole isits own private creation and massivelyinfluence your club-selection of the tee.Some of the trees are positioned in themiddle of a fairway (eg: 2nd hole), someare positioned in bunkers (eg: 5th green)and each of them will just individuallyhaunt you. This course is not extremelylong, but length is completely irrelevantwhen playing a golf course whichdemands finesse, accuracy and a gooddeal of bravery.

The 1st green sits below towering corktrees which will rebound any shot which

is not going straight at the green. Theyprotect the flag from all wandering golfballs and remind you from the get-gothat this course will separate the menfrom the boys. While sitting in the SpikeBar before/after your round, you´ll seephotographs of the players who havewon at Valderrama and then realize theneeed to be able to hit the ball straight.

The 4th hole is an iconic par 5 whichhas recently undergone a project toexpand the green behind the rocks. Theclub wants to create more available pin-positions, but also to entice moreplayers to go for the green in 2 shots. Agreat idea as the hole is just over 520yards but the risk before with going forthe green is far too risky, butcompliments to Trent Jones for thatoriginal decision. The par 3, 6th couldquite possibly be the most beautiful par3 you´ve seen. It´s framed by trees with6 bunkers running around the green.

When Robert Trent Jones brought hisskills to the South of Spain in 1975, heleft us with a golf course whicharchitects will visit for decades to comeand will witness how to create beauty,lots of thinking and most of allexcitement. Like all great match-playvenues, holes 15 through 17 are a toughstretch and could be where mostmatches finish.

The 17th hole at Valderrama has alegacy which just a handful of par 5saround the world can boast. We allremember the torment in the Ryder Cupthat each competitor faced as theypondered their second shot with thepond silently waiting for its prey. Hopesof a successful journey can be bashedby a murderous green which escortsmany balls to a slow watery grave. Theholes at this venue are famous and it´san honour to see and play them.Consider yourself lucky if you haveexperienced this Spanish jewel andwatch it sparkle in all its European glory.

Most golfers will be familiar withValderrama from TV coverage. The clubhas hosted a plethora ofchampionships, including the VolvoMasters and the legendary 1997 RyderCup, which saw a narrow one pointEuropean victory under the captaincy ofnone other than Seve Ballesteros.

At a cost of 285€ for a green fee it is nota course you will play every week but onspecial occasions, so take in the beautyand make sure you enjoy every shot youplay..

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Famed for its Medinas and Souks, thisNorth African jewel has attracted visitorsfrom across Europe for decades. One ofthe most important imperial cities inMorocco, Marrakech was founded in 1062by the Berber tribe, becoming one of maintrading centres for Sub-Saharan Africa.

Over the centuries many culturesinfluenced the architecture, including thatof Andalucia, many examples of which canstill be seen today. The El Badi Palace, builtin 1578, was built as a replica of theAlhambra Palace.

Marrakech relies heavily on tourism andseems to have somewhat escaped theeconomic crisis, with visitor figuresincreasing each year, new hotels andtourist properties are being built by thedozen. As with most North African cities,Marrakech is made up of the old walledcity and more modern neighbourhoods,with the Medina at its centre.Within the old city, more than 15 souks canbe found, with traders selling a bafflingrange of goods, including silk carpets,leather goods and modern electricalappliances!

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Entering the old city you will understandhow Marrakech got its name 'The red city',with walls and towers built with terracottaclay which glows in the evening sun.Explore the souks and hunt for a bargain,haggling with the cheeky stallholders for arock bottom price. Take in thebreathtaking colours and aromas of thespice stalls and the intricacy of thehandmade jewellery on offer.Classical Berber music resonates from theshop doorways and you can experiencehow the locals live and shop, as thoughtime has stood still.

Museums are in abundance in Marrakechand one of the most interesting is theMuseum of Islamic Art which was createdby fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent,displaying an array of Islamic artefacts. Mosques are located across the city andthe daily Islamic call to payer can be heardfrom wherever you are.

The Jemaa el-Fnaa square is world famousand has been designated a Unesco worldheritage site, formerly used for publicexecutions, today, the square bustles withtourists, entertained by snake charmers,magicians, acrobats and story-tellers alldressed in traditional costume.

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• The Dirham is a closed currency so remember to convert yourmoney back to euros before you leave.

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Benalmádena is a town andmunicipality in the province of Málaga,part of the autonomous community ofAndalusia in southern Spain. Themunicipality is situated approximately12 kilometers to the west of the city ofMálaga, on the southern coast betweenTorremolinos and Fuengirola, in theheart of the Costa del Sol and Alhaurínde la Torre in the North.

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It covers an area of just over 27 km2that extends from the summits of theSierra de Mijas to the sea, falling insome places as a cliff. The territory iscrossed from east to west on HighwayA-7, which connects with the provincialcapital and other centers of theMediterranean coast.

With 61,383 inhabitants according tothe INE census of 2010, Benalmádenais the eighth most populousmunicipality in the province and thethird largest metropolitan area, behindMálaga and Torremolinos. Thepopulation is concentrated in threemain centers: Benalmadena Pueblo,Arroyo de la Miel and BenalmádenaCosta, although the high urban growthand demographic tends to unify thethree cores.

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Boals Ice BarFirst Ice bar on the Costa del Sol, where everything is madeof ice, including the bar, the walls and the glasses. Situatedin the marina area, visitors are provided with gloves, socksand coats on the way in, and this is the most unusual latenight bar you will ever find. Inspired by the Finnish icehotels, this is a fabulous place to chill out – quite literally.The ice stools and seats are covered to stop you stickingto them, and the drinks are served cold, very cold. Subtlelighting and lively music add to the unique ambience.Tel: 603 488 155

Ones Café - Our BarSituated in the Puerto marina serving drinks, karaoke andlive music, open 7 days a week from 8am. Dutch Friendlyalso catering for hen & Stag parties.Tel: 602 616 138

MombasaA crowd pleaser with dance music and sports, they haveshisha Pipes and have nightly Disco. Happy Hour Cocktailsare 2 for 1. Tel: 632 36 84 36

Coco’s BarSituated on the Coast road opposite Bil Bil Beach, thisestablishment is family friendly and caters for all tastes,from tapas to main courses and children’s menu, verypopular for Breakfast for their famous full irish, RegularKaraoke and shows all Sporting events on several LargeScreens, popular all year round.

Bar PuebloYour local Village pub situated at the heart of the pueblo,they offer Golfing tours and a warm welcome.

Disco-Terraza MonetThis club is a coffee meeting place in the afternoon andbecomes one of the hot spots of the port by night. Mainlyfrequented by foreigners, but also draws in many of thelocal and Malaga city young people, because of the greatmusic and atmosphere.

Disco-café KaleidoThis club has three different sections, each with its owndifferent atmosphere. There is an outside terrace anotherone inside and a large inside dance area where there is ahuge fish tank with tropical fish in it, giving the place areally exotic atmosphere.Tel: 651 772 275

Buzby's BarCabaret and top Costa acts at this Brit run bar. Comedy,hypnotist acts and impressionists, as well as music.Located across from the Hotel Villasol on the coast road.Tel 609 274 178

Jolly PirateA family friendly bar and restaurant serving Sunday roastand a vast menu, boasting a huge terrace with fullyequipped children’s play area offering free wifi forcustomers, also show all major sporting events..

Bar MarfilThis bar is open in the afternoon for coffees and then laterbecomes a wonderful place where you can dance salsa tilldawn.

Maracas Chringuito Palya Bil BilSituated on Playa Bil Bil, Famous for it’s regular “WhiteParties” in the summer months playing chilled housemusic, open daily for Breakfast Lunch and dinner, achiringuito with Sun beds and Style.

Longhorn Del SolFamous Steak & Burger Restaurant in the Heart ofBenalmadena pueblo, serving both inside and out on thebeautiful large terrace for al fresco dining.

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A vivid monument of Buddhist tradition tothe Enlightened Mind, dedicated to peace,harmony and prosperity to all beingsaround the world, a place of learning,reflection and meditation.

Stupas belong to the oldest architecturalforms been built in all countries whereBuddhist philosophy flourished: India,Central Asia, China, Ceylon, Siam, Burma,Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Vietnam,Korea, Japan, Tibet, Bhutan, and Nepal.

Their actual shapes and symbolismdeveloped for more than 2450 years from asimple earth reliquary, once built forheroes and kings, to a high complexbuilding expressing a profoundknowledge. Even though their forms vary

depending on the geographical place andtime they were built, the Stupas alwaysmanifest the mind’s potential beyond anyborders and cultures: the victory of theenlightened wisdom over the suffering ofignorance.

The Enlightenment Stupa in Benalmádenawas accomplished in the year 2003 due tothe inspiration of the great BuddhistMaster from the Kingdom of Bhutan,Lopon Tsechu Rinpoche, the cooperationof some of his western disciples, and thewish of the then Mayor of BenalmádenaCity.

The Stupa in Benalmádena is one of thefew exceptions in the world by havingincorporated in its inner structure two

halls: a meditation and an exposition hall.

The meditation hall is decorated withfrescos representing the life story of theHistorical Buddha Shakyamuni painted byNepalese artists. The temporaryexhibitions displayed in the exhibition hallgrant a unique insight into the art, cultureand knowledge of the Buddhist Himalayas.

The Stupa is open to the public daily,except Mondays, and offers guidedmeditations and introductory lecturesabout Buddhist philosophy. Buddhistsbelieve that wishes done near a Stupa maybecome true.

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The butterfly gardens are zoos but with thepeculiarity that visitors are immersed in thehabitat of the animals, not seen from theoutside but are invited to share their space,butterflies and observe their world in thefront row.

The management of a facility of this type isdelicate and economically costly anddepend entirely on professional techniciansfor design, care and maintenance. TropicalLepidoptera ranges need a very specifictemperature and humidity, out of which it isimpossible their maintenance and breeding.The main difficulty is to work with animalswhose life is barely two weeks. InBenalmadena there are between 1,500 and

2,000 butterflies and because of their shortlife this population is continually renewed bybreeding in the facility and by importingmainly pupae and Central Philippines.Throughout the whole year in the butterflypark you can see more than 100 differentspecies of butterflies.

Another major difficulty that complicates themanagement of tropical butterflies forplayback is that each requires a specificplant species, host plant, which is where thefemale will eat eggs and caterpillars.To this we add one added complexity, is thatyou cannot use any chemicals to controlpests of plants, as it would affect thepopulation of butterflies in the garden. The

care and phytosanitary control is performedmanually and using biological control, whichgreatly impedes work on a Butterfly.

A visit to this tropical garden is not only ashow of color butterflies flitting about, but, asa breeding center, offers the viewer a uniqueopportunity to see them born a fewcentimeters, an unforgettable experienceand the culmination of the metamorphosis.Observe and understand the life cycle of thebutterfly, which consists of four stages-egg,caterpillar, chrysalis and butterfly-and that isone of the most complex of nature, is aunique opportunity, and unfortunately, forvarious reasons, the butterfly populationsare disappearing dramatically in nature.

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The crystal clear Mediterraneanwaters of the Costa del Sol arerenowned for the rich and diverserange of marine life that inhabits thisarea. Specimens such as lobster,dolphin, octopus, conger andmoray eel are regularlyspotted on our divesthrough wrecks, rockwalls, reefs andunderwater caves.

In addition to thesuperb marine life,these tranquil andwarm waters are alsohome to an abundanceof flora and fauna,guaranteeing to delightany scuba diver.

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that you need to have in order to besafe and to enjoy your timeunderwater. You will be required to fillout a medical form before starting acertification class. In some cases, youmay have to see a doctor before youbegin training.

You can start a scuba class at mostages, even kids under 14 years ofage. Being a senior citizen is not aproblem either, provided you have afair level of fitness and approval froma doctor. There are also trainingprograms for the disabled so they toocan enjoy the pleasure of scubadiving.

What Does the Word S.C.U.B.A.Stand For:

The word S.C.U.B.A. is an acronym forSelf-Contained-Underwater-Breathing-Apparatus.

A scuba systemallowsautonomous diving(diving without an airline to the surface). Theword also describes the sport ofscuba diving.

The term scuba originated duringWWII. It was used to describe navydivers who used oxygen rebreathersto attack enemy ships fromunderwater. Today you can use theword scuba to refer to the sport ofscuba diving or to the equipment usedby those who participate in the sport.

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Tales from the beautiful Saigh Valley arestories about pubs and their licensees in thefictional, beautiful Saigh Valley. Sometimes,tragic but often funny, these ‘feel good’stories are partially drawn from some of hisown experiences in the trade.

Wary of Banks and bankers? This is a storyfor you; a tale of mystery, greed and hope,set in the late eighties and early nineties.Liz, an advertising manager in an upmarketmagazine and her pharmaceutical chemisthusband, Jack Lord, decide to change theirlifestyle and buy an inn in the beautiful,Saigh Valley village of Buddleigh.

At times, comic, at other times tragic, thetale of the ‘Green Man’ is a story of mysteryand intrigue as Liz discovers who she reallyis and a four hundred year old injustice isfinally put right.

Sol Searchingby Keidi Keating.

Sol Searching began as a personaldiary where Keidi recorded her feelingsand experiences after moving to Spainin 2004. Reviewing it a few years later,she realised what a journey she hadendured and decided to share this withothers considering a move abroad.Think Bridget Jones meets the Costadel Sol - only more real!

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The law in Spain states that you are required to registeryour Vehicle with Spanish plates within 6 months ofbringing it into the country. After 6 Months it must haveSpanish registration or it must leave the country for acontinuous 6 month period.

Why? - Think about the situation in reverse : Imaginethat you are driving your completely legal UK registeredcar in the UK and you are involved in a minor accidentwith a foreign registered car which has been in the UKfor over a year but still has foreign plates on it. Afterbeing in the UK for 12 Months it would not have acertificate of road worthiness (MOT) from its owncountry which will automatically render its insurance nulland void and leave you with a legal and financialheadache!

Now reverse the above situation and you have youranswer! (but this time it's you who are at fault!)One of the popular comments that you will hear from thevarious expat "experts" in your local bar could be " Tellthem you are here on Holiday and then take the carback to the UK and get it MOT'd and Taxed and thenbring it back again "

Wrong! Unless you have resident status in Spain youcan only keep a car here for up to six months. Then ithas to go back to the UK for a further six months. Youmight bluff a routine roadside stop from the GuardiaCivil (of which there are surprisingly many) once or twicewith that story but, in the event of something moreserious, you would have to prove that the car was onlyhere for six months of the year in a court of law and thatmight be a little difficult when the local Guardia Civil hasbeen taking notes in his black book over the last year.

In the unfortunate event of you being involved in aserious traffic incident you would probably be asked byyour insurance company to provide proof of continuousresidence in the UK for a full six month period within thetwelve months up until the date of your accident. Thiswould include credit card receipts, debit card receipts,petrol receipts, rent/ mortgage payments etc... Theycould also ask to see your passport stamped at thecorrect dates with entry and exit stamps.

There have been many recent cases of cars beingimpounded by Various Town Halls - reason being giventhat they had exceeded the six month time period andhad still not been re-registered with Spanish plates.The easiest way to avoid this unnecessary hassle is to...

• Re-register your car.• Change your driving licence to a Spanish one.• Buy Spanish insurance.

It really is a simple as that.

If you are still in any doubt as to the legality of your carthen simply ask your insurance company for a letterstating that they are aware that you are a permanentresident in Spain but that you are still driving a UKregistered car with no Tax or MOT but they are quitehappy to carry on insuring you on a fully comprehensivebasis until the policy expires.

Once you have that letter, keep it with you at all times.

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The sun can do much more damage thansimply give you painful sunburn.Dermatologists (skin doctors) say thatprolonged exposure to sunlight causesbrown spots; red, scaly spots; drying andwrinkling; and, worst of all, skin cancer.But how do you avoid the sun? That'stricky. Sometimes your day at the beachmay turn out to be much more sunburnedthan sand-filled.

If your skin doesn't produce the protectivemelanin pigment well or if you're exposedto the sun before enough pigment can bemanufactured and dispersed, theultraviolet rays kill skin cells. Even a mildsunburn that produces only a little rednessdestroys the top layer of your skin, just asif you had seared it with a hot iron.

Despite these increasingly well-knowndangers of sun exposure, many of us, onoccasion, get lazy when it comes toprotecting our skin or just can't resist themyth that getting some colour from thesun makes us look healthier.

Here are some ways to easily minimize sunexposure so you can spend time outdoorssafely.

Cover UpOne of the best things you can do is coverup. The suns rays are most intensebetween 11 a.m. and 3p.m. Stay indoorsduring this time, or if you must beoutdoors, cover up and wear sunscreen.

The Skin Cancer Foundation says that hatsand clothing made of dark, tightly wovenmaterials absorb ultraviolet light betterthan cotton fabrics in lighter shades. Dryfabrics offer more protection than wetones. Use sunscreen with an SPF of atleast 15.

Spread on SunscreenThe Center for Disease Control andPrevention recommends wearingsunscreen with a sun protection factor ofat least 15. Be sure to spread it on thickenough: Applying only a thin coating of asunscreen can reduce the effectiveness ofthe product by as much as 50 percent.Waterproof sunscreen is best if you'll beswimming.

Apply Early and OftenApply sunscreen 20 to 30 minutesbefore exposure to allow the skin toabsorb it. And reapply it every twohours, more often if you'resweating or getting wet. If youhave fair skin, you might evenwant to begin preparing for sunexposure the night before byputting on a layer ofsunscreen before bed; thiswill allow it to be thoroughlyabsorbed into the skin'souter layer. You can thenapply the usual coat ofsunscreen the nextday, about a halfhour before you gooutside.

The sun can also burn the sensitive skinon the lips just as easily as it fires the restof your body. At worst, the damage canlead to skin cancer. Use a lip balm with anSPF of at least 15 and reapply often.

Mind the Nose and FeetProtruding horizontal surfaces like thenose present special sun protectionproblems. Lifeguards often wear zincoxide paste on their nose, but it onlyprovides an SPF of about seven. Instead,apply a sunscreen with an SPF of at least15, let it soak in a few minutes, and then,for maximum protection, apply the zincoxide paste. And if you'll be goingshoeless, you'd be wise to use the samelevel of protection on the tops of your feet.

Avoid SunbathingDoctors can't say it enough: There is nosuch thing as a "healthy tan." But whilesunbathing is a no-no for everyone, it's anespecially bad idea for fair-skinned people.Many of them can't tan anyway and onlyrisk getting a serious burn.

If you refuse to give up sunbathing, take itslowly and let your skin gradually build upmelanin to provide some protection. Anddon't use tanning oils, which enhance theeffects of ultraviolet rays and worsen aburn. You may as well be slatheringyourself with cooking oil.

Don't Let the Weather Fool YouTake care on cool, cloudy days. Damagingrays aren't inhibited by clouds, and youcan still get burned because ultravioletlight can penetrate cloud cover. Takeprecautions even when the sun isn'tshining brightly.

Must have productsSkin preparation:Get your skin activated by using RougjAttiva Bronz. This product perfect for thefair skinned and hard to tan amongst us.Apply the cream daily, one week prior tosun exposure and you will find that thiscream has activated your melanintherefore helping and achieving thatgolden glow that much quicker.

Prevention:P20 sun cream is excellent, with noartificial preservatives, one application perday, lasts for 10 hours and it is waterproof.Available in SPF 10,20,30 & 50.

Sunburn:We all know about calamine lotion forsunburn, but in severe cases it isunbearable to apply directly to the skin.This product Synalar Espuna is great, justspray onto affected area for relief.

All of these products are availablefrom pharmacies all over Spain.

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Winecome

with me

sweet and counties around theworld lay claim to their own'signature' drink.

Probably the most famous cocktailis the Martini which, if mixedcorrectly barely resembles the drinksold in a bottle bearing the samename. The original recipe for 007'sfavourite tipple is simple, a measureof gin with a measure of dryvermouth, shaken not stirred, oliveoptional!

Kir Royale is a French favourite, aflute of quality Champagne with adash of Cassis giving the drink acrisp flavour and rich red colour.

The Daquiri originates from Cuba alight refreshing mixture of rum, limeand sugar, said to have beencreated by bored miners.

Long Island Iced Tea, does notactually contain tea. This'Hamptonite' favourite is a headymix of vodka, rum, gin, tequila andtriple sec, topped up with cola.Originating in New York with itsname associated with Mary Queenof Scots, the Bloody Mary is one of

Vivid colours, fancy glasses,parasols and cherries. An imageone would conjure up when thinkingof a cocktail. You would also beforgiven for thinking the beveragewas invented in the US.

In fact the original 'cocktail' was aharsh, bitter drink which cameabout in the late 18th century due toa grain harvest surplus in England.The then King, William of Orange,reduced taxes on distillation and thegrain was used to produce a whitespirit not dissimilar to today's gin.The spirit was considered too strongfor the upper classes who begandiluting the drink with other liquids,thus creating a 'cocktail'.

It is not clear where the name'cocktail' was derived but it iswidely believed that the garishcolours resembled the tail of aRooster (Cock) and that influencedthe name. These days, cocktails arecolourful drinks, usually with two ormore spirits mixed together with asweet mixer.

There are hundreds of cocktails tochoose from, long or short, bitter or

Cocktail Crazy

a few savoury cocktails, served in ahighball glass (tumbler) with a heavymeasure of vodka, topped up withtomato juice, a dash of Worcestersauce and Tabasco, garnished witha celery stick and a slice of lemon,the spicier the better!

So, on holiday, you laid by the poolin the sunshine, sipping yourcocktail through a fancy straw,served to you by a gorgeous waiter(or waitress) and you want to have ataste of paradise at home.

To re-live some of your holidaymemories, treat yourself to acocktail kit with the essentialequipment to re-create thosedelicious drinks. A cocktail shakerwith a lid, a long handled bar spoon,a 'muddler' for squishing the fruitand a strainer to hold back the ice(wouldn't want it to be too diluted).Pop in a coloured straw, sit backand imagine you are back on thatCaribbean beach. Ok, so it may justbe your partner serving up the PinaColada, but hey, we can all dream!

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The story of the Mojito.

Mojito is a traditional Cubanhighball. Traditionally, a mojito isa cocktail that consists of fiveingredients: white rum, sugar(traditionally sugar cane juice),lime juice, sparkling water andmint. The original Cuban recipeuses spearmint or yerba buena,a mint variety very popular onthe island. Its combination ofsweetness, refreshing citrus andmint flavors is intended tocomplement the potent kick ofthe rum, and have made thisclear highball a popular summerdrink. The cocktail has arelatively low alcohol content(about 10 percent alcohol byvolume).

When preparing a mojito, limejuice is added to sugar (or syrup)and mint leaves. The mixture isthen gently mashed with amuddler. The mint leaves shouldonly be bruised to release theessential oils and should not be

shredded. Then rum is addedand the mixture is briefly stirredto dissolve the sugar and to liftthe mint leaves up from thebottom for better presentation. Finally, the drink is topped withwhole ice cubes and sparklingsoda water. Mint leaves and limewedges are used to garnish theglass.

The mojito is one of the mostfamous rum-based highballs.There are several versions of themojito. Cuba is the birthplace of theMojito, although the exact originof this classic cocktail is thesubject of debate.

One story traces the Mojito to asimilar 19th century drink knownas "El Draque", after FrancisDrake. In 1586, after hissuccessful raid at Cartagena deIndias Drake's ships sailedtowards Havana but there wasan epidemic of dysentery andscurvy on board. It was known

that the local South AmericanIndians had remedies for varioustropical illnesses; so a smallboarding party went ashore onCuba and came back withingredients for a medicine whichwas effective.

The ingredients wereaguardiente de caña (a crudeform of rum, translates as firewater from sugar cane) addedwith local tropical ingredients;lime, sugarcane juice and mint.Drinking lime juice in itself wouldhave been a great help in stavingoff scurvy and dysentery.

Tafia/Rum was used as soon asit became widely available to theBritish (ca. 1650). Mint, lime andsugar were also helpful in hidingthe harsh taste of this spirit.While this drink was not called aMojito at this time, it was still theoriginal combination of theseingredients.

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Summer is here and everyone isgetting ready for the summerbarbeques. Outdoor grilling can be afun family or friend activity during thewarmer months and grilling meat, fishand veggies make for moreflavorsome foods.

Good outdoor grilling begins beforeyou start up the flames. Let's look atsome pre-grilling hints and tips first.

1. Marinate meats for grilling.Marinating meat before you grill canactually reduce your cooking time,because the marinade is designed totenderize the meat, not to mention theflavorful marinades you can purchaseor make yourself to give your meat akick. If you marinate before you grill,try to let the meat marinate at least 2-4 hours for the best flavour andtenderising results.

2. Skewered meat and vegetablesfor grilling.When using skewers togrill meat and vegetables, it isimportant to cut the meat into similar

sized pieces to ensure even cookingon the grill. When grilling meat andvegetables on the same skewer,ensure the meat is smaller than thevegetables and well tenderized beforegrilling, so that the vegetables, whichwill cook faster than the meat, don'tburn before the meat is done. It's alsoimportant to ensure the pieces are bigenough not to fall through the grill.Make sure you soak wooden skewersbefore to stop them burning.

3. Hold off on the sauce beforegrilling. Sauces are great forflavouring meat when grilling, but ifyou put them on too early, they willburn or brown quickly, making a messof the grill and not really adding muchflavor to the meat. Hold your saucesuntil the grilled meat is almost done,then add them at the end for the bestflavor.

4. Separate your meat and veggiesbefore grilling. Chicken has to cookon the grill at a higher temperaturethan steaks do, but it should also cook

faster if properly defrosted beforegrilling. Vegetables will take the leastamount of time to grill, so they shouldbe saved for the end, especially ifusing a charcoal or wood grill,because the fire will be lower and lesslikely to burn the vegetables. Startwith your meat items that take thelongest to cook, and then add the restof the items to the grill, taking intoconsideration the time it takes foreach item to cook.

Now that the pre-grilling foodpreparation is completed, the nextstep is to prepare your grill forcooking.

1. Clean the grill surface.There was an article on the internetthat indicated not cleaning your grillafter every use was good practice formore flavorful meats and to achievethose sought after grill marks.Wrong! That would be similar to usingthe same pan on your stove every timeyou cook without ever washing it. Themeat that is cooked on the grill is

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food, perishable, and leaves behind organic matter thatcan be the breeding ground for all sorts of nastyproblems. Always clean your grill before using it,especially if it is stored outside in between uses, andthen clean your grill after using it too. In fact, if you cleanyour grill cooking surface immediately after use, while itis still warm, it is much easier to clean than if you wait.Try using scrunched up foil to clean racks of residue.

2. Charcoal lighting.This article won't even attempt to address the long-standing debate over how to stack charcoal, but it isimportant that the charcoal be lit about 20-30 minutesprior to adding the food to the grill. This is especiallytrue if using lighter fluid or self-lighting charcoal thatcontains a type of lighter fluid in the bricks. The lighterfluid needs time to burn off before the food is added.Plus, this helps the charcoal be at the right temperaturefor the food when it's time to start grilling.

Safety

1) Never leave a hot grill unattended, even if there is nofood on the grill. Always ensure the charcoal or fire onthe grill is completely out or burned down before leavingthe grill unattended or storing it.

2) Whenever possible, always grill on a flat, stablesurface, preferably concrete or treated wood.

3) Ensure the grill is far enough away from brush, drygrass, tree limbs, flammable items, and your own home.Flames can sometimes rise higher than expected, so trynot to grill under an awning or porch cover.

4) Keep a water hose or portable fire extinguisher that'sproperly rated for your grill's fire type nearby in case ofaccidental fire.

5) Have a mobile phone or portable cordless phonenear the grill in case an accidental fire gets out ofcontrol.

6) Keep small children and pets away from the grill, andensure balls and swings and other outdoor toys cannothit or knock over a grill.

7) To avoid burns, use tongs and grilling gloves that areflame retardant whenever you must check the grill, lightthe fire, or turn the food.

8) Never use the same plate that held the uncookedmeat to place the grilled items on when cooked unlessthe plate has been thoroughly washed first.

9) Do not let children use or stand near a grill. Childrenare usually at eye level or close to the surface of thegrill, where the temperature is much hotter than wherean adult would stand. A child can be burned very easily,a spark can ignite hair, or a grilling flare could singe andburn tender skin.

10) Again - because this is so important - never leave aburning grill unattended. It only takes a moment for afire to start and burn out of control.

If you follow these grilling tips, you are sure to have a funand safe summer outdoor grilling experience with flavorfulfood and a fun outdoor activity.

Enjoy your barbeque grilling!

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VILLA TIBERIOR E S T A U R A N T E

From the time our parking attendant greets you, to you walking through perfumedpergolas leading to the entrance of our internationally renowned restaurant, wewant you to savour the sensations that dining at Villa Tiberio bring. Owned andrun by fabled restaurateur, Sandro Morelli (ex Ritz and Cavendish Hotels inLondon, and the former owner of Fulham Road's legendary Barbarella 1 and 11restaurants), Villa Tiberio is not just a fabulous eatery, it is a meeting place.Royalty, diplomats, and international celebrities could just as easily be dining atthe next table as holidaymakers or local residents.

Photographs of Sean Connery, Bill Wyman, Andrew Lloyd Weber, Shirley Basseyand a host of leading personalities line the walls of the luxurious interior,reminding guests that, like many things in life, the restaurant business is built onpersonal relationships. For over 18 years, Sandro and the dedicated team at thislegendary Marbella eatery have ensured diners come back - time and again - toenjoy a perfect meal in exquisite surroundings. Client satisfaction is as high onour list of priorities as the extensive menu Italian and international dishes madefrom the finest fresh ingredients and the extensive bodega with Spanish, Frenchand Italian wines, champagnes and spirits to suit all tastes.

Opened in 1989, Villa Tiberio's location, just a whisker away from The MarbellaClub Hotel, is ideal. Surrounded by tall trees, the villa set in sumptuous groundscould never be overlooked or dominated by high-rise buildings. Symbolising thebest of Italian and Mediterranean hospitality, Villa Tiberio has an added extra.The unique Morelli touch, which guarantees dining in the coast's most beautifulgardens will be the highlight of any trip to Marbella. And we are told our food issuperb!

A Marbella tradition...

"What we are trying to do is offer thebest that Spain produces, which ourchefs incorporate into the Italian andinternational recipes." The pasta ishome made, the sauces rich and full offlavour, the osso bucco, made withDutch veal, is finger licking good.

Even the fettuccine salmone is madewith the finest Scottish smokedsalmon. Capesanti e gamberoni allathermidor (scallops and jumbo prawnsserved in a cream and brandy sauce);porchetta alla Villa Tiberio (crispy roastsuckling pig): anitra all'orange (duck

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baked with orange and curaçao liqueur) plus baby lamb braised in Barola wineare only a few of the signature dishes that have made the restaurant such apopular rendezvous.

If heaven comes in 6,000 square metres of formal Italian gardens with marblestatues, cascading waterfalls and softly lit lovers' walkways, then without anydoubt, this is it. Surrounded by trees, lush palms and semi-tropical vegetation,the grounds at the internationally known restaurant are a blaze of colour, withmagenta burgainvillea creeping over pergolas, red roses clustered on bushesand lilac blossom in full bloom on centuries' old trees.

On one side of the pool, water tinkles out of an enormous clay jar into azure water.On the other, a Great Exhibition vase casts a shadow across a temple d'amour.It is quiet, peaceful, therapeutic - a wildly appealing enclave in the heart of abustling metropolis. It is also a tribute to nature, to the Mediterranean, to the

undying beauty of exotic flora and oneman's vision that turned a tumbledownold villa surrounded by weeds into anItalian palazzo in Southern Europe.

For Reservations & Bookings:Tel: (0034) 952 77 17 99www.villatiberio.comE-Mail: rest.villatiberio@hotmail.com

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Dijon Honey Dressing• 3 Tablespoons Good Quality Olive Oil.• 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice• 2 Tablespoons Of Runny Honey• 1 Tablespoon Of Dijon Mustard• Salt & Pepper To Season, To Your Taste

Creamy Mint andParsley DressingPerfect compliment to lamb kebabs or a saladcontaining fruit pieces.

• 150ml Natural Yogurt• 2 Tablespoons White Wine Vinegar• 1 Tablespoon Of Chopped Mint And Parsley.

Horseradish Cream DressingThis dressing compliments salad served with salmon,trout or steak.

• 2 Tablespoons Of Horseradish Sauce• 4 Tablespoons Of Creme Fraiche• Splash Of Milk – To Loosen A Little• Salt & Pepper To Season, To Your Taste

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With this new foodand gourmet

section we hope tobring you all the best of the

local restaurants, bars, hotelsand cafes to make the decision ofwhere to eat and drink a much easiertask. Presented by location and bycooking style it should be a breeze tofind the perfect establishment.

Not on the list? please e-mail:info@smartmagazine.comto be included in the next edition.

American Diners

Peggy Sue’sAv. Acera de la Marina, p.3+34 952 775 611

Arabic Food

Marie’s DeliUrb. Carolina Park. Loc 2+34 952 867 570

Argentinian Food

Abrasa BBQCalle de la Haza del Mesón+34 952 771 997

ClericóC/ Antonio Belón, 22+34 952 765 683

Hacienda PatagónicaC/ Acera de la Marina, 2+34 952 900 968

TanguitoC/ Buitrago 2+34 952 863 520

Fish Restaurants

AltamiranoPlaza Altamirano+34 952 824 932

Bar El LucaC/Fuengirola (La Bajadilla) Local 17+34 952 775 118

CaliforniaC/ Málaga, 2. Edf. Sol+34 952 866 752

Cervecería La CoquinaAvd. Alfredo Palma, blq. 17,Edif Campomar+34 952 868 214

CiabogaC/ Valdés, 6+34 952 773 743

Cofradía de PescadoresC/ Guadalete+34 952 772 247

Eddy & Marisa’sUrb. Coral Beach. The Golden Mile+34 952 787 496

El Patio de MariscalC/Virgen de los Dolores,3 (Casco Antiguo)+34 952 867 701

El TimonelC/ Notario Luis Oliver 19+34 952 771 311

EuropaPlaya Fontanilla, Arco no. 3+34 952 900 823

Freiduria La VenusPuerto Deportivo, junto al ClubNáutico+34 952 901 373

Freiduría MirafloresAvda. del Mercado 22+34 952 826 802

Hermanos HaroPto Deportivo. Local 4+34 952 770 415

La BarcaPaseo Marítimo 15+34 952 824 459

La LonjaEsquina Av. Antonio Belón conAv. Miguel Cano+34 952 865 532

La RedPlaya de La Fontanilla+34 952 821 450

La RelojeraC/ Fuengirola, 16. Puerto Pesquero.+34 952 771 447

Los CañizosC/ Guadalete, 14+34 952 865 550

Marisquería La PesqueraPlaza Victoria+34 952 765 170

Perla BlancaUrb. White Pearl Beach(playa Hotel D. Carlos)+34 952 835 914

Puerto PlayaC/ Bajadilla s/n+34 952 860 01

Restaurante Bar DiamanteVicente Blasco Ibáñez, 3+34 952 863 626

Sociedad de Pesca DeportivaPto Deportivo. Bajo Club Naútico.+34 952 775 438

French Cuisine

CasamonoEstébanez Calderón 19+34 952 774 578

CasanisC/ Ancha 8+34 952 900 450

Indian Restaurants

BawarchiVirgen del Pilar 13. Local 2+34 952 867 621

BollywoodAvd. del Prado 4. Nueva Andalucía+34 952 906 748

Saffron RestaurantUrbanización Parque Elviria,1 (Las Chapas)+34 952 830 146

Taj MahalC/ Los Jazmines 17+34 952 814 719

Italian Restaurants

CorleoneAvenida de Arias Maldonado S/N+34 952 77 153

Da Bruno a CasaUrb. Marbella Mar, local 1+34 952 857 521

Da Bruno CabopinoCrta. Nacional N-7 KM 194.7(Salida Cabopino)+34 952 83 191

Da Bruno PastaAv. Ricardo Soriano, 27+34 952 860 348

Da FabioUrb. El Rosario+34 952 833 467

Entre OlivosJacinto Benavente, 5+34 655 853 395

Fondue LoungeCC Pinares de Elviria+34 952 839 347

IL CantuccioCallejón Santo Cristo 3+34 952 770 492

Il TartufoPlza. Tetuán 9, bajo+34 951 087 323

iThaila - Italian / ThaiAvda. La Fontanilla, 6+34 627 742 879

La FontanillaPablo Casals 10+34 952 821 498

La Fonte Delle StregheC/ Nueva 1 (Plaza de los Naranjos)+34 952 860 051

La GiocondaPaseo Marítimo - Marbella+34 952 862 514

L’oro di NapoliPaseo Maritimo+34 952 900 972

Los FarolillosC/ Galveston 6+34 952 867 317

Mamma AngelaVirgen del Pilar, 17+34 952 924 740

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MomoC/ Tetuán 7 - Marbella+34 632 090 427

New Casa NostraC/ Camilo José Cela, 12+34 952 825 415

PinzimonioPinares de Elviria, Local 8(Las Chapas)+34 952 839 165

Pizza ItaliaC/ Ntra. Sra. de Gracia 11+34 619 559 178

Restaurante PeperoncinoC/ Ortega y Gasset, 87+34 606 837 855

RobertoBeach Club, Hotel Puente Romano,+34 952 820 900

RosmarinoC.C. Pinares de Elviria s/n.(Las Chapas)+34 952 850 148

StuzzikiniC/ Alderete 5. Casco antiguo+34 952 775 994

Trattoria Antigua MarbellaC/ Virgen de los Dolores 3+34 952 867 701

Tutti GustiPaseo Marítimo de Marbella s/nJunto al Faro+34 609 516 940

Villa Tiberio Crta. 340 Km. 178+34 952 771 799

International Cuisine

Albert’sPuerto de Cabopino+34 952 836 886

BabiloniaCtra. de Istán km. 0,7+34 952 828 861

Beckitt’sC/ Camilo José Cela, 4+34 952 868 898

Bistró FloanesAvd. Las Cumbres. C.C. Elviria.+34 952 835 560

Bistró PalomaC7 Ortiz de Molinillo+34 952 777 247

Boulevard TempleAvenida Fontanilla,Esquina Paseo Maritimo+34 952 860 583

Costa LeisureUrbanización El Rosario s/n.+34 952 834 205 Da Bruno Sul MarePaseo Marítimo, Edif. Skol+34 952 903 318

Don QuijoteUrb. El Rosario. C/ Rosa Linda 2+34 952 834 748

El CorzoHotel Los Monteros. Ctra.340 Km. 187+34 952 861 199

Finca BesayaUrb. Río Verde Alto+34 952 861 382

GarumPaseo Marítimo+34 952 858 85

La AxarquíaPaseo Marítimo+34 952 863 631

La CabaneHotel Los Monteros Ctra 340Km 187+34 952 861 199

La ComediaPlaza de la Victoria (Casco Antiguo)+34 952 776 478

La Farola del Faro avda. Antonio Belón, 26+34 952 823 799

La MurallaPlaza de la Iglesia de laEncarnación+34 951 968 074

La Nueva KaskadaChorreadero, 39.Urbanización La Montua+34 952 864 478

Pesquera de FaroAvd Duque de Ahumada.Paseo Marítimo+34 952 868 520

La SalaC/ Belmonte. Nva Andalucía.+34 952 814 145

La SkinaC/ Aduar 12 - Marbella+34 952 765 277

Las BanderasC/ Dali. Urb. El Lido. Elviria+34 952 831 819

Le PapillonUrb. Playa Real, Las Chapas+34 952 834 113

LolaC/ Ortiz de Molinillos 14.Casco Antiguo+34 951 712 227

Los PapagayosCtra. Cadiz Km 191,5+34 952 831 106

MessinaAvd Severo Ochoa 12+34 679 770 062

Restaurante El CapitánC/ El Fuerte. Edf. Torre de Marbella+34 951 968 110

Restaurante El LagoAvd. Las Cumbres, S/N+34 952 832 371

Rio Real GourmetHotel Río Real+34 952 765 732

Sol de EuropaPaseo Marítimo+34 952 770 933

The Orange TreePlaza General Chinchilla+34 952 924 613

XemmonC/ Gregorio Marañon+34 952 770 534

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Mexican Food

Zapata Tex Mexin front of Marbella Club Hotel+34 952 867 283

Oriental Dining

Asia FooC.C. Pinares de Elviria. Local 18(Las Chapas)+34 952 831 994

DragónC/ Gregorio Marañon 4+34 952 828 924

Golden WokC/ Marbellamar, local 1+34 952 866 840

KatsuraC/ Ramón Gómez de la Serna 5+34 952 863 193

M. Wok TeppanyakyC.C. La Cañada, 2º planta+34 952 860 593

Mare NostrumAvda. Antonio Belón 26+34 952 778 091

Sushi des ArtistesBlvd. Príncipe Alfonso Hohenlohe.In front ofHotel Marbella Club+34 952 857 403

Tai PanPuente Romano, Fase 2+34 952 777 893

TakumiC.C. Plaza del Mar. Local 11(Paseo Marítimo).+34 952 770 839

Traditional Spanish

AcebucheC/ Calvario 4 (Hotel Baviera)+34 952 772 950

Balcon de la VirgenC/ Remedios 2+34 952 776 09

BuenaventuraPlza. Iglesia, 5+34 952 858 069

CalimaC/ José Meliá s/n(Hotel Meliá Don Pepe)+34 952 764 252

Casa de la EraCtra Ojén. Km 0,5+34 952 770 625

Casa del CorregidorPza. Naranjos 6+34 951 216 992

Casa EladioC/ Virgen de los Dolores, 6+34 952 770 083

D’MariaBulevar Príncipe Alfonso Hohenlohe.Km 179+34 952 868 090

El CortijoC/ Remedios 5 - Marbella+34 952 770 064

El Pozo ViejoPlaza Altamirano 3 (Casco Antiguo)+34 952 822 557

La CabañaGeneral López Domínguez 5+34 952 778 895

La Meridiana del AlabarderoCamino de la Cruz s/n.+34 952 776 190

La NavillaC/Camilo José Cela C.C. Pza del Mar+34 952 862 085

La TiranaC/ Santa Ana, 13.Urb. La Merced Chica+34 952 863 424

Los EspigonesPlaya Rodeo Beach Club, s/n.+34 952 817 680

Los JaraleCtra. de Istán Km. 14+34 952 869 942

Marbella PatioC/ Virgen de los Dolores 4(Casco Antiguo)+34 952 775 429

Restaurante ElviriaCarretera Cádiz, KM, 192+34 952 833 546

TémporaC/ Tetuán 9 - Marbella+34 952 857 933

Trocadero ArenaN 340 É A7, Salida Torre Real,Playa Río Real+34 952 86 557

Venta Los PacosCtra. 340 Km. 179+34 952 828 938

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Barbacoa La PesqueraUrb. Alhambra del Mar,primera línea de playa+34 952 770 464

Block HouseC.C. La Cañada, local 112+34 952 866 060

El Carnicero 2N. 340, Frente al Hotel Coral Beach+34 952 867 599

El PortalonCtra. 340 Km. 178+34 952 827 880

El RodeitoCtra. Cádiz km 173+34 952 810 861

Medium RareC/ Ancha nº 2+34 952 902 904

Puerta del PrincipePlaza Victoria. Casco Antiguo+34 952 774 964

Puerto PiratasPuerto deportivo+34 951 408 003

Restaurante RanchoC/ Carib Playa 11, Las Chapas+34 952 831 92

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