Visit the oil cooperative of Loja where you will learn about the production process of olive oil and where you will try the fabulous extra virgin olive oil. Then you would be able to know more about trout breeding in the fish farm of the town. And last but not least, you will have to make a stop at the Loja’s bakery to savour the famous Loja’s roscos (ring-shaped cakes). These visits will take place all March. The price is 50 euros per each guide. For more information and for reservations, call +34/958 321 520 or +34/958 323 949.

This Friday and Saturday at 20:30, the Zarcillo restaurant in Motril and Ron Montero organize an unique Gastronomic Day where master rum-makers (maestros roneros) from Motril will offer you incredible rum samples with a gastronomic menu from the cook Álvaro García. The price is 37 euros per person. To make a reservation, please call +34 / 958 824 887 or +34 / 693 636 156.

A Granada wine tasting programme is organized each Tuesday until 11th May in the Catering College of Salobrena. It takes place from 5 to 7 PM, and the entrance is free. We would recommend you to book in advance. For more details and reservations, please call +34/629 29 45 24 or email andamur@hotmail.com. A treasure for your taste buds!

If you want to lose weight and feel better about yourself, then you may want to attend the Weight Watchers meetings that are held in English in Salobrena and Almunecar. The meetings are held in English in Salobrena every Thursday morning at 10.30am in El Asador Restaurant, which is opposite of the big Supersol. Classes are also held in Almunecar in English on Thursday afternoon at 17.30 in the Hotel Las Arranyanes on the Paseo de Cotobro number 5. This is a great way to lose weight and meet nice people in the process.

Every Sunday in Almunecar at the restaurant Casa Morgan, which is referred to as a Gastronomic Museum, there is a wonderful 8 course Sunday lunch for only 20 euros plus IVA. If you are from Almunecar or La Herradura, transportation is included so you can enjoy all of the wine you would like. There is even live music from 2pm. This restaurant is a converted house with different rooms and atmospheres. It is decorated in rustic, Spanish style and is very warm and inviting. There is even a fireplace in the main dining room, so it makes a great place to go in winter.

Last night my husband and I ate a relatively new restaurant in Almunecar. It is called Los Laureles. We have eaten here several times, but they never cease to amaze us. The menu constantly changes and not only is the food top notch, it is absolutely great value for money as well. The service is impeccable. It is run by a young, hard working couple that are truly inspirational. She is Spanish and originally is from Almunecar and her partner Mark is English. He is the chef and she provides the wonderful service.

If you are looking for a place to enjoy gourmet tapas or a meal in a nice atmosphere, be sure to go to Degusta´s in Playa Granada. It is located in front of the golf course in Motril. They are open for lunch and dinner. This restaurant belongs to the owner of the successful and well-liked Roberto's restaurant, which is located next door. Degusta's is definitely the trendy new place to be seen. You can eat outside under their covered porch or inside either at the large bar area or in the separate dining room.

As rum connsieurs know, not all rums are the same. A local rum, that has been produced since 1963 using sugar cane from the Costa Tropical, has just received international acclaim from the Institute of Taste and Quality in Brussels for its taste, smell and appearance. This is really quite an honour considering that this rum until recently had only been for sale within the province of Granada. If you’re a fan of quality rum, you can now visit the recently remodeled bodega of Ron Montero.