Valencia is getting ready for a Christmas 2024-2025 full of lights this is a summary of everything you can do during Christmas 2024-2025 in Valencia to live the magic of these holidays in the best possible way There is less time left to stroll among Christmas markets So soon we can do our Christmas shopping around the Lonja We propose a route for you to enjoy Christmas in Valencia to the fullest It runs through the center of the city and some of the most emblematic squares in the area outside the Teatro La Plazeta will be installed a Christmas village with ice rink the largest inflatable in Europe and a walk with illuminated trees and real snow The official lighting day will be December 4 at 7:30 pm only two of the four ice rinks in the city have opened One is in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the other in the CC Bonaire In Xàtiva the largest nativity scene in the country is made and it is life-size coinciding with the bridge of the Constitution as it will be installed on a linear surface If there is something that is always present on Valencian tables during the Christmas holidays is turron and if it is from Xixona you can choose from the diversity of concerts that will be held in Valencia between late December and early January Santa Claus’ ship is coming soon to Valencia From December 6 to January 4 it can be visited in the Marina of Valencia and we can take a ride along the coast of our city in it the city will experience the traditional New Year’s Eve chimes in the Town Hall Square There will be music and pyrotechnics to say goodbye to 2024 The Three Wise Men will parade through the streets of Valencia on January 5th in order to enjoy one of the most magical nights of the year Sign up for the Spanish News Today Editors Roundup Weekly Bulletin and get an email with all the week’s news straight to your inbox (List price   3  months 12 Bulletins)  and thank you for choosing CamposolToday.com to publicise your organisation’s info or event Camposol Today is a website set up by Murcia Today specifically for residents of the urbanisation in Southwest Murcia providing news and information on what’s happening in the local area which is the largest English-speaking expat area in the Region of Murcia When submitting text to be included on Camposol Today please abide by the following guidelines so we can upload your article as swiftly as possible: Send an email to editor@camposoltoday.com or contact@murciatoday.com Attach the information in a Word Document or Google Doc Also attach a photo to illustrate your article your new go-to podcast to spice up your weekday mornings with relevant news and behind-the-scenes from Brussels and beyond From the economy to the climate and the EU's role in world affairs this talk show sheds light on European affairs and the issues that impact on our daily lives as Europeans Tune in to understand the ins and outs of European politics Dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries Deep dive conversations with business leaders Euronews Tech Talks goes beyond discussions to explore the impact of new technologies on our lives the podcast provides valuable insights into the intersection of technology and society Europe's water is under increasing pressure floods are taking their toll on our drinking water Join us on a journey around Europe to see why protecting ecosystems matters and to discover some of the best water solutions an animated explainer series and live debate - find out why Water Matters We give you the latest climate facts from the world’s leading source analyse the trends and explain how our planet is changing We meet the experts on the front line of climate change who explore new strategies to mitigate and adapt The south of Spain's Valencia region is the birthplace of the famous turrón -- a type of nougat -- and the area that boasts the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Jijona and Turrón de Alicante the Moors planted almond trees from as far back as the eighth century The ingredients of these two types of turrón are the same But the difference lies in how they are treated Commercial Director of Turrones Picó told Euronews “The one from Alicante is a mixture of sugars made into white caramel with toasted almonds its texture is crunchy and hard and the almonds are whole." "Its appearance is very different because it’s brown and all the almonds are ground and homogenised with their fat and caramel sugars It has the same ingredients as the one from Alicante but there is one more step in the process That's the secret of the turrón de Jijona and of the people of Jijona because you need a very sharp hand and many years of knowledge to know when a turrón de Jijona is perfectly cooked” Spanish almond varieties are of exceptional quality: besides their high amount of oligo-elements which makes them soft and juicy and gives them a more intense flavour The queen of Spain's almonds is the native Marcona it's considered one of the best in the world "The Marcona almond is distinguished from the rest mainly by its shape Turrrón is a clear example of the influence of Arabic cuisine on Spain’s gastronomy and it has been made in Jijona using the same recipe and the same quality criteria for five centuries And it’s in this small town on the hills behind Alicante that you can taste it the first things that spring to mind are usually sweets chefs are choosing to take risks and try out new recipes That’s just what Amelia and her sister Ema are doing in their restaurant in Jijona These siblings are playing with the versatility of turron’s flavours “People who come from out of town are particularly surprised to find turrón in savoury dishes So that’s what makes us stand out from the rest … having turrón all year round and in savoury food" The two sisters revealed that the turrón de Jijona is easy to work with when it’s hot and this makes it a pleasure for them to constantly look for new and innovative creations "Apart from the creamy rice made with beef cheeks and turrón from Jijona which is a cod fritter with a little piece of egg yolk turrón in the middle Turrón is a product that can be used in desserts the region of Castilla-La Mancha is home to another traditional confectionery: the exquisite marzipan guaranteed under the PGI Mazapanes de Toledo But this marzipan is different from all the others Production Director at Santo Tomé explained to Euronews "Marzipan from Toledo is made with 100% sweet almonds they mix sweet almonds with bitter almonds The second difference is that it is baked in the oven at very high temperatures What we also do is bake it on wooden boards From the moment the bag of almonds is opened until the cooked marzipan can be eaten takes three days This marzipan is completely natural and consists of 57% almond we can have some additions that can be egg cabellos de angel (pumpkin jam) and candied yolk." Marzipan's ingredients -- which are rooted in the Mediterranean diet -- mean it’s a healthy and energy-boosting addition to an active life as well as a delicious treat at Christmas or any other time of the year This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Home / Outreach Materials / Protected Geographical Indications to the Rescue How a Legally Enforced Label Can Affect a Cherished Christmas Dessert By: Lalla Maiga Protected Geographical Indications (PGIs) were introduced by the European Union (EU) to protect the names of products with a specific quality relating to where and how they are made Examples range from Champagne from the Champagne region of France to Tequila from Mexico a honey and almond-based dessert mainly consumed during the Christmas season use the PGI label of ‘turrón de Alicante PGI’ and ‘turrón de Jijona PGI,’ which indicates the almonds used in the dessert must originate from the south-eastern town of Jijona or the Alicante province in Spain At the virtual Food Matters and Materialities conference, Emily Reisman an Assistant Professor at the University of Buffalo She explained how PGIs have become destructive to the local traditional producers of almonds in Spain with the introduction of California’s industrialized almond production in the global manufacturing of turrón The reason is to recognize and preserve the geographical origin of a product based on traditions of producing the specific product A product can receive a PGI when the conditions of the territory and the methods of production are respected Classifying a product as a PGI is significant because it recognizes the historical farming practices and preserves the values of production The designation helps prevent forgeries and imitators in the international market the PGI label guarantees authenticity to consumers to preserve the traditional recipe The protection of turrón was due to turrón makers fearing their product would become generic on the global market and wanted specific protection for turrón produced in both Jijona and Alicante almond farming in Spain is conducted on small plots of land with no irrigation and sparse application of pesticides making Spain’s dry summers and infrequent rainfall the perfect environment for growing almond trees The combination of these conditions results in variable yields year to year for Spanish farmers Farmers traditionally harvest almonds by hand which is labour intensive however younger generations are migrating into urban centres which only reduces the labour available for farming A rival to Spain’s almond production is California’s almond industry characterized by Reisman as California-style almond production The California-style almond production is characterized by industrialized farming California yields for almonds are much higher than Spanish ones Central to Reisman’s critical discussion of PGIs was the fatal blow that occurred to the local production of almonds in Spain in 2011 The manufacturers of turrón requested a change in regulation to allow the use of imported almonds The first reason for this was because turrón manufacturers identified that Spanish almonds were not absolutely necessary to producing turrón The second reason was that California yields were guaranteed to produce a bitter-free almond Spanish almonds are known to produce a bitter almond known to ‘tingle’ the tongue about 25% of the time which is less tolerable and unappetizing to the taste buds of international consumers This change in regulation to allow imported almonds excluded the input of local Spanish farmers who contributed to the production of turrón Reisman discovered that farmers in Jijona were frustrated that a product their region was known for had been betrayed by the promise of PGIs to safeguard Jijona as a traditional producer of almonds for turrón and turrón manufacturers who prefer the uniform Reisman’s concluding reflections affirmed that the uprooting of the turrón industry shows a tension present in rewarding industrial innovation rather than the local farmers complying with practices and methods belonging to their traditions of almond production While PGI’s can be an exceptional legal mechanism to preserve and protect traditional products it is also important to pay attention to what impact the significant flaws of a regulated tool may have on traditional local producers Looking to access paid articles across multiple policy topics Interested in policy insights for EU professional organisations Local farming unions have long criticised the industry for sourcing its key ingredients from abroad either observed and verified directly by the reporter or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources Spain is the world’s second-largest almond producer with a large part of production centred in Valencia and Alicante – the regions synonymous with turrón One of the highlights of the Christmas season in Spain is the proliferation of turrón prepared with yema (egg yolk) or without it turrón is a favourite in Spanish gift baskets and seasonal displays But the best turrón won't be found in a supermarket — at least according to many Spaniards a small town in northern Spain’s Basque country whose convent is known for making several kinds of turrón The Convent of Hermanas Clarisas has its beginnings in the 15th Century when one of the town’s citizens bequeathed her home to women who wanted to spend their lives in contemplation 22 sisters live a cloistered lifestyle dedicating their time to both prayer and work “For us work is a gift,” said sister Contxi the convent’s workshop where all kinds of sweets are made While it’s widely believed that the history of turrón dates back to when large parts of the Iberian Peninsula were under Moorish rule sweets that contain almonds and honey – the main turrón ingredients – have been known in the Mediterranean basin since Roman times “Turrón is purely Mediterranean,” said Almudena Villegas, a food historian and member of the Real Academia de Gastronomía “There is an infinity of recipes with almonds and honey that appear in sources dating back to Roman and Greek civilisations While many of today’s theories point to the Moors as the source of both turrón and other sweets made from those ingredients Moors weren’t the only – or the first – people to use almonds and honey to create their sweets.” Though historians may not be able to pinpoint who is responsible for the creation of turrón legends on its origins abound: from a romantic tale of a king who planted a sea of white-flowered almond trees to help his beloved overcome nostalgia for her wintery Scandinavian homeland to a more prosaic story of a 16th- or 17th-century contest to come up with foods that could be preserved for long periods of time without going rancid “that although now we often speak about eating well not so long ago our ancestors spoke mostly about just eating Both almonds and honey are nutrition- and calorie-rich and combining them gave people the energy they needed to live and work They also have the advantage that they travel well and don’t spoil.” turrón’s modern-day story revolves around two towns in the south of Spain: Jijona and Alicante Their turrón is the best known in the country carrying the Denominacíon de Origen (Protected Geographical Indication) honey and sometimes egg white interspersed with whole almonds the almonds crushed to a paste and incorporated into the other ingredients although these two are considered classics Hermanas Clarisas de Salvatierra makes several kinds of turrón prepared with chocolate beans sent by their sisters in Ecuador The second-most-in-demand is Turrón de Yema Tostada a soft turrón containing egg yolk mixed with ground almonds and sugar and finally burned on top with a special iron The convent sells about 2,000 300g-blocks of this turrón each Christmas season One of the highlights of the Christmas season in SpainWhen I arrived the sisters had everything ready to show me how to make Turrón de Yema Tostada Each nun was in charge of a specific step: one making almond flour yet another burning the tops of finished turrón blocks Except for the noise of the almond grinder “For us it’s very important how we work,” sister Contxi said “It’s important to work in silence to have the ability to hear ourselves Everything is unity and everything is harmony Being together with other sisters – and being together bien (well) – is an important part of this work.” Another important part is the quality of the ingredients The sisters have chosen almonds from Castellón a town in Valencian Community in the south of Spain “We tried almonds from different places on the [Iberian] Peninsula and the ones from Castellón had the strongest taste,” sister Contxi said She then segued immediately into describing the trial and error part of the job but we also – according to our own preference – sometimes change a thing or two the instructions we received [from professional turrón makers] were to cook the initial sweet syrup at 118C We’ve been doing it at 113 to 114C – depending on whether almonds are fresh or not – because cooking it at 118C seemed to make the turrón too dry.” When I asked sister Contxi which turrón is her favourite “I’ve had a sweet tooth since I was little,” she said “and I like them all as long as they are well made.” Which they no doubt are at the Convent of Hermanas Clarisas The evidence is the demand: close to a hundred packages boxes and bags of the delicious creations stacked against the wall If you liked this story, sign up for the weekly bbc.com features newsletter, called “If You Only 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A popular ice cream sold in the stores of the German supermarket giant Lidl has been withdrawn from the shelves in Spain The Gelatelli brand’s Jijona nougat ice cream with the batch number 31853 and expiry date 07/2025 is the product in question; its label does not inform of the presence of possible trace amounts of hazelnuts and wheat flour has apologised to all affected customers for any possible inconvenience caused which also pointed out that the product has already been withdrawn from its shops if you have already purchased the affected product you can return it to any of the company's supermarkets without needing to present the purchase receipt No other product of the Gelatelli brand distributed by Lidl Spain is affected by this food alert Only people with an allergy to hazelnuts or with problems derived from the ingestion of gluten need be concerned with the incorrectly labelled product The ice cream has been marketed in the regions of Aragon -Name of the product (on the label): Turrón Jijona (Jijona nougat) ice cream Comentar es una ventaja exclusiva para registrados polvorones and roscos de vino are synonymous with Christmas in Spain much like mince pies and Christmas pudding is in the UK Along the Costa del Sol and inland in Malaga province there are some go-to places where locals flock to buy the festive treats Although the origin of this confectionery tradition can be traced back to the east of Spain there are currently several establishments in Malaga that make these typical Christmas delicacies using traditional methods Alongside the more classic flavours of Jijona in recent years original creations have started to spring up many of which are made using local products from avocado to almonds and Malaga sweet wine to mango Here are some of the options for buying ‘turrón’ made in Malaga Daver has been dazzling the people of Ronda and visitors to the town with tempting sweets since 1942 from the classic to the more innovative creations The conventional bars include chocolate with almonds but there is also a long and delicious list: praline with salted peanuts praline with almonds and praline with pistachios Customers can choose between the conventional flavours or even selection boxes containing an assortment Daver has a physical shop on the corner of Carrera Vicente Espinel (better known as Calle La Bola) Pastelería Ramos cake shop has become especially well known in the last decade for its original turrón creations Among its flavours there is tarta de Algarrobo Pastelería Ramos has also been making classic turrones for many years and their repertoire also includes the traditional pan de Cádiz As well as being able to buy them directly from the shop on the main road in La Caleta de Vélez The name Mira in Malaga is associated not only with handmade ice cream The family has been producing its popular delicacies since 1890 Among the flavours that can be bought (by weight) are Jijona They are all handmade using natural ingredients Establishments include Dimas Mira e Hijos in Calle Larios and Calle Císter in the city centre Fernando Mira in Calle Compás de la Victoria Calle Marqués de Valdecañas and Calle Andrés Pérez Almensur’s turrón is made with Malaga almonds and the company offers the classic flavours of Jijona Although they are not made in the province The turrón is available in various establishments in the province as well as the company’s own shop in Estación de Cártama The shop also sells Christmas products from other Malaga-based companies Angola benefits from its vast energy and water resources plus optimal weather for multiple harvests It's a natural dividend that has led to many companies surging ahead in traditional and renewable energies and a new kind of tourism for Angola’s millions-strong diaspora Angola has been a global energy player for a long time with oil and gas making up the lion's share of its exports Pro-business policies have helped attract new investment from giants like TotalEnergies and ExxonMobil Olivier Jouny is the Director General of TotalEnergies Angola He notes how this subsidiary is "one of our largest.. six large vessels that produce in water depths of between 1,500 and 2,000 metres." It's hoped that Angola will keep on track to become the largest oil producer in Southern Africa as the International Energy Agency predicts keen to exploit its other natural resources to usher in a green transition in the country's energy mix Somoil is the largest private energy company in Angola and wants to play a part in this "Somoil's vision is to become the premier integrated energy company Those rivers also help drive Angola's agriculture and tourism In the rich agricultural province of Namibe the winery Vale do Bero produces about 80,000 bottles a year Their success comes from plentiful water and the ability to have two harvests a year due to a conducive climate keen to regain Angola's former position in the world's coffee trade "The Vissolela project covers 1,000 hectares So there will be 100 hectares of each Arabica coffee variety and 80% of that coffee will be exported," the farm's general manager Angola is also reaching out internationally to develop 'diaspora tourism' It’s aimed at the descendants of Angolans who Portuguese colonisers sold as slaves The centrepiece of this new drive is the Kwanza River Corridor It’s a route starting around the spectacular Calandula Falls in eastern Angola stretching eventually to the Atlantic coast "Listening to those waves break in the quiet period of the day remind me of the voices that travelled down the river president of the William Tucker 1624 Society The Tucker family from Virginia aims to develop diaspora tourism Their ancestors Antoney and Isabel were among the estimated 6 million Angolans who were enslaved American jazz drummer Gregory Hutchinson has made several trips to the country for concerts and remembrance it's been awesome to come here and to be enlightened It wakes you up and makes you see that there's so much more to learn this is the beginning of a journey for me." leaders in Angola of the country's growth outlook have a unique combination of history natural beauty and economic potential in energy who then took the bananas to sell at roadside kiosks is an obvious answer to a sweet take on a savory favorite A good banana turon starts with the saba banana, also known as the sweet plantain, which is widely grown in the Philippines, per WebMD. Those of us for whom "banana" is synonymous with the yellow Cavendish, found all over the world known for a thick peel and flesh that is starchy and firm this fruit is most nutritious when it is eaten raw: Saba bananas contain vitamins A and have a similar carbohydrate profile to a potato Turon is made by first rolling the banana in brown sugar to coat and then folding both into a spring roll wrapper before frying until golden brown If you are looking for a charming rural hotel in Alicante In this article you will discover a careful selection of rural lodgings that are ideal to combine with the practice of hiking trails or simply relax and unwind In this first selection of rural hotels in Alicante you will find the best hotels and cottages ideal for couples Some of the accommodations are adults only and will allow you to enjoy a full weekend (or a getaway of several days) combining the delicious local cuisine This luxurious rural hotel located in Benimantell in the center of the beautiful Vall de Guadalest is formed by a series of independent cubicles that accommodate rooms with spectacular views of the valley and the surrounding mountains (especially Serrella and Xortà) the hotel has an “infinity pool” with spectacular views At the top of the picturesque village of Benimaurell with panoramic views of the sea and the inland mountains of Alicante Hotel Alahuar is a classic of rural tourism in Alicante The Vall de Laguar is known for its hiking trails such as the famous “route of the 6,000 steps” The hotel also has a fantastic restaurant where you can enjoy the local and authentic gastronomy Llar de Beniardà is a rural house with 4 charming rooms, located in an old traditional farmhouse, restored with love and respect. The cottage can be booked by rooms or as a whole. Once there, the beautiful Guadalest awaits us surrounded by some of the most emblematic mountain ranges of the province of Alicante such as the Sierra de Aitana (the highest in the province) A unique environment for hiking tra ils or enjoy the typical gastronomy of the mountain villages in the area you probably haven’t heard of the small town of Orba and one of the most famous hiking trails in the area: the Barranc de l’Infern route known as “the cathedral of hiking” Mardenit is a rural accommodation that perfectly combines tradition and modernity as evidenced by its terrace with private jacuzzi and views of the old town of Orba The entire establishment has the category of adults only and has 5 themed rooms equipped with all the comforts We are going to the emblematic city of Alcoi, surrounded by natural landscapes of exceptional beauty, between the Menejador and Serra de Mariola mountain ranges. Within the Natural Park of Carrascar de la Font Roja we find the charming rural hotel Masía la Mota in a unique natural environment and an atmosphere of great tranquility Masía La Mota offers 10 double rooms decorated in a personalized way as well as an excellent restaurant where you can taste local and seasonal dishes we can enjoy hiking trails in the Font Roja Natural Park with such emblematic excursions as the ascent to Montcabrer peak El Sombrial de San Lorenzo you can enjoy rural apartments equipped with kitchen and all the comforts: we see it as the perfect plan for family getaways and / or friends. It is located on the outskirts of Alfafara one of the most charming villages of Alicante in the surroundings of the Serra de Mariola Natural Park In summer you can enjoy its swimming pool and throughout the year the farm Its 5 apartments and large rooms make it also ideal for yoga retreats in the middle of nature Located in the heart of the picturesque Guadalest Valley Cases Noves is a charming rural hotel exclusively for adults ideal to disconnect and let yourself be pampered This accommodation combines the authenticity of a traditional Alicante house with impeccable service and spectacular views of the reservoir Its homemade breakfasts and the friendly service of the hosts make it an experience difficult to forget Located in the quiet village of Alcalà de la Jovada La Font d’Alcalà is a charming rural hotel that combines tradition and comfort in an environment of great cultural and scenic value restaurant with cuisine made with local products and a terrace with mountain views make this place a perfect base to discover the Moorish history and the trails of the interior of Alicante El Secret de la Foradà is a cozy rural accommodation for adults only This renovated traditional house offers rooms with personality local cuisine and a warm and relaxed atmosphere An ideal place to reconnect with oneself surrounded by mountains and cherry trees that dress the landscape in white in spring Nestled in the beautiful natural environment of La Vall de Laguar very close to the historic Isbert dam and the Barranc de l’Infern route La Casa del Pantano is a rural accommodation for adults only that invites you to rest and disconnect the views of the inland mountains of the Marina Alta and the serene atmosphere make it an ideal refuge for nature lovers and hikers Located in the heart of the Serra de Mariola Natural Park MasQi is much more than a rural hotel: it is a wellness retreat for body and mind Housed in an elegantly restored 19th century farmhouse it offers adults-only stays focused on inner balance Ideal for those looking to truly disconnect and reconnect with themselves In a quiet corner of the mountain of Jijona the rural hotel Finca El Pao is an ecological accommodation for adults only that invites to total disconnection solarium with SPA and personalized wellness treatments make it a perfect destination for relaxing getaways for couples silence and a philosophy of conscious living At the foot of the Sierra de Bernia and very close to the popular Fuentes del Algar, this luxurious rural hotel is undoubtedly among the best rural accommodations in the province of Alicante. If you are a fan of hotels with jacuzzi you will be pleased to know that El Tossal has several suites with private jacuzzi as well as an outdoor jacuzzi that operates throughout the year In the charming village of Castell de Castells, gateway to the Alicante mountains, Hotel Casa Pilar offers an authentic and cozy rural experience. This charming hotel occupies an old house restored with great care, where every corner breathes tranquility. Its proximity to routes such as Els Arcs or the cave paintings of Pla de Petracos makes it an ideal refuge for hikers and lovers of history and nature the rural hotel Mas Fontanelles is an 18th century farmhouse converted into a charming rural hotel its rooms with stone walls and its quiet atmosphere make it an ideal place for hikers cyclists or simply those seeking peace and authenticity restaurant and a hospitality that makes you feel at home Hotel La Escondida is a luxury boutique hotel that lives up to its name: a refuge hidden among forests and silence This elegantly restored former manor house offers spacious rooms gourmet restaurant and personalized service Perfect for an exclusive getaway in the middle of nature with all the details taken care of to the maximum A few kilometers from the town of Xixona (Jijona) Finca les Coves is an “eco glamping” accommodation that surprises for its location its philosophy of sustainability and the glamorous style of its different spaces We can choose to spend the night in a luxurious glamping tent in an old farmhouse or even in a traditional cave house with all the comforts Its location, overlooking the Penya Migjorn is ideal for combining the stay with hiking trails and relaxing walks at sunset Located in the beautiful village of Benissili in the highest part of the Vall de Gallinera this rural house has two independent parts that can be booked together or separately Pets are allowed and there is a small naturalized water pool at the foot of the Cabeçó d’Or mountain range Hotel Boutique Sierras de Alicante is an accommodation with a traveler’s soul This small family-run hotel stands out for its careful design friendly service and perfect location to discover the Canelobre Caves or enjoy nature just minutes from the sea A place with personality where each room is inspired by an emblematic mountain range of Alicante the charming Hotel La Façana is a small rural lodging that combines familiar treatment with a privileged location and the attached restaurant is known for its home cooking and excellent lunch menu the castle and the hiking trails in the area At the foot of the imposing Sierra de Aitana Finca Seguró (Sella) is a rural hotel for adults only that combines accommodation with the pleasure of wine this small Mediterranean-style hotel offers tranquility postcard landscapes and the possibility of living a complete wine tourism experience nature and unforgettable sunsets in the mountains Subscribe to LinkAlicante and receive for free the digital guide with 10 essential routes in Alicante ▸ B est Routes of Alicante by categories in Digital Guides. ▸Stayup to date on our Telegram channel. ▸Best Hotels and Rural Houses in Alicante ▸Compareand rent a car at the best price ▸ 10 Must-do Routes in Alicante ▸TheHanging Bridges of Chulilla (Valencia) ▸Route ofthe footbridge of Relleu What tosee in Guadalest What tosee in Tabarca Sustainable tourism in Alicante and the Valencian Community Rutas de senderismo y lugares con Encanto en Alicante y Comunidad Valenciana. Miembro de Comunitat Valenciana Travel Bloggers we and our partners use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information Consenting to these technologies will allow us and our partners to process personal data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site and show (non-) personalized ads may adversely affect certain features and functions Click below to consent to the above or make granular choices. Your choices will be applied to this site only. You can change your settings at any time or by clicking on the manage consent button at the bottom of the screen Hello, and thank you for choosing CamposolToday.com to publicise your organisation’s info or event. Camposol Today is a website set up by Murcia Today specifically for residents of the urbanisation in Southwest Murcia, providing news and information on what’s happening in the local area, which is the largest English-speaking expat area in the Region of Murcia. When submitting text to be included on Camposol Today, please abide by the following guidelines so we can upload your article as swiftly as possible: Who is the organisation running the event? Is it necessary to book beforehand, or can people just show up on the day? Also attach a photo to illustrate your article, no more than 100kb It does not age, it only evolves. The nougat is an undisputed classic of Christmas and its artisanal version, the most traditional, is a whim worthy of the dates. In the Carrera de San Jerónimo there is a centenary pastry shop with one of the most appealing shop windows in the city. This turronería, which displays its sweet products in rotating display cases with patina, was founded in 1842 by Luis Mira, who left his native Jijona (Alicante) to set up a turron stall in the Plaza Mayor. The sixth generation of the same family continues to sell handmade nougat, along with other traditional sweets such as polvorones, marzipan, guirlache, among others. with chocolate jelly inside; gingerbread cookie and candy cane Among the benefits of having such an offer unusual flavors and other daring and surprising creations coexist The years have consecrated Bolas as one of the reference ice cream parlors in Seville Few presentations are needed in this space creaminess and high standards in terms of the quality of its products They have several locations and a wide range of products beyond ice cream others elevating the ice cream tradition with the avant-garde and unique specialties An example of this is the Siglo XIII ice cream inspired by a recipe found in the Archivo de Indias egg and rose water or its unusual seasonal creations A project of the la Bombonera group that preserves a visual style marked by elegance At Créeme they put themselves at the service of ice cream in the most creative and artisanal way here the wafers are made the old-fashioned way This is attested to by its imperfection and flavor creations that are appetizing beyond the summer months Créeme’s proposal goes beyond simple ice cream and its recipes are born from inspiration Ice creams dedicated to one’s own family to childhood or in homage to poets or other relevant figures A space where poetry becomes a refreshing delight And they do so by attending to gluten-free options with a great selection of flavors and all of them preserved in tempting carapinas Among its offer you will also find artisan cakes This ice cream parlor perfectly fulfills the axiom “good, beautiful and cheap“ Tartarinas and cucuruchos full of flavors (up to three flavors can be incorporated to your snack) In addition, its slushies, marmalades and cakes our must-try: the intense chocolate here you will also find vegan ice creams and suitable for intolerances One of the best ice cream parlors in Seville is located in the heart of Los Remedios and has more than one reason to visit it María Limones is possibly one of the most sophisticatedly decorated ice cream parlors in Seville and located in some of the best locations This does not prevent us from thinking that their ice creams will be worse here the creations are totally handmade and the quality of the ingredients is carefully selected to the millimeter Piedmont hazelnut or Bronte pistachio stand out among its exquisite range of flavors CaraPino’s display cases are not suitable for diabetics or health-seekers. But the way things are, it is one of the best places in Seville for to have a gluttonous feast They make their ice creams daily with fresh milk and you cannot leave without trying their Carapino (caramel c/ Periodista Juan Grandstand | c/ Emilio Lemos | Avenida de las ciencias Of all the ice cream parlors in Seville, Jijona needs no introduction. A summer space with tradition and one of the most popular nougat ice creams in Seville and authentic Alicante horchata Jijona is synonymous with tradition and one of the temples dedicated to ice cream and meringue milk the latter a beastly delight that you should include in your snack José Rayas founded this ice cream parlor around 1980 as one of the first in the city Rayas adds years and flavors to its history from the classics to others (already iconic) such as El beso de dama which combines dark chocolate and bitter almond As a good ice cream parlor with a long history it has been able to adapt to more inclusive times and incorporates sugar-free and sugar-free delicacies to its proposal tiramisu… and also lactose-free options A must in Pino Montano and well worth a visit The Local Europe ABVästmannagatan 43113 25 StockholmSweden The Valencia region is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations the smaller cities of Alicante or Benidorm the Valencia region and Costa Blanca in particular have been well-established summer spots for decades for those that have visited or lived there you’ll also know that the summers can get pretty unbearable at times Though parts of the Valencia region do of course reach the low-40s at times you'll be unlikely to see the scorching temperatures you regularly see down in Andalusia In the region’s coastal cities such as Valencia and Alicante, it's the humidity that is the problem. Or as the Spanish call it, bochorno According to the results of a study by HouseFresh (cited here in the Spanish press) the two most humid cities in Europe are Spanish – Palma de Mallorca and Valencia In the summer this means that although Valencia is unlikely to break any maximum temperature records humid days (and nights) of anything between 32-42C are common for the matter) without getting drenched in sweat seems near-impossible temperatures regularly stay in the early to mid-20s through the night meaning sleeping through the sweltering summer nights can be a struggle the Valencia region is also home to several towns and villages that have slightly more bearable temperatures saying for sure where the ‘coolest’ towns (meaning temperature not how hip it is) depends on the year and weather This is southern Spain in summer we're talking about there aren't any guarantees that these place don't get hot But if we consider temperature trends over the years we can at least get an idea of the parts of the region where it’s probably easiest to cool down there are several towns in the region where minimum temperatures sometimes even fall below 10C during the summer A tiny town in inland Valencia roughly halfway between the capital and Alicante including minimum temperatures as low as 8.4C during August Don't just take out word for it: local media has described Bocairent "the coolest town in the Valencian region" home of the famous turrón in Alicante province sees minimum temperatures drop to 10C at times during summer Looking at forecasts for late-July on Aemet maximum temperatures are generally in the late-20s to early-30s -- not bad for high summer season in Spain in Alicante province on the border with Murcia has seen lows of 10.9C recorded at the Hondo de la Lagunilla observatory This part of Alicante/Murcia is generally quite hilly and mountainous so the altitude often brings a light breeze that makes it easier to cool down the coldest temperature ever recorded in Alicante province was in Villena in 1957 when the thermometer dropped to a staggering -24C is not only a popular place for British migrants but also one of the cooler parts of Alicante province and the Valencia region more widely Spanish media reports that it is "the coolest municipality" in the region Utiel is another rural town surrounded by green space Like many of these cooler parts of the region these natural temperature barriers around Utiel means its regularly up to 5 and 6 degrees less than more coastal municipalities The local Levantine press has specifically highlighted Utiel has a good place to go during these sweltering summer nights with average night-time temperatures of around 16.3C Banyeres de Mariola is a picturesque little town surrounded by streams and national parks like Serra de Mariola and Font de la Coveta It's been known to have minimum temperatures as low as 12C during the summer Banyeres de Mariola is also at high elevation (816m) so the combination of heights and water nearby likely make it a nice place to cool off Probably the most rural of the towns listed here Castell de Castells is a tiny town of around 400 people high in the mountains of the Marina Alta on the Costa Blanca For those of you looking to cool down over the summer Castell de Castells is where the Rio Jalón begins and is surrounded by mountains meaning the air can be a little cooler there than elsewhere at times Minimum temperatures can even get as low as 12-13C through the hot months READ ALSO - Escape the heat: Eight places in Spain where it doesn't get too hot in summer Please log in here to leave a comment Laura Salvo is the 21-year-old rally co-driver who was killed in a crash in Portugal on October 10 around 10:30 a.m The incident occurred during the first stage of the Rally Vidreiro, according to a statement on the competition’s Facebook page. At the time of the crash The car went off the road and collided with another vehicle and a pine tree Medics were on the scene within two minutes attempted to resuscitate Salvo A follow-up statement on the Facebook page said that the Rally Vidreiro was canceled in Salvo’s honor Instagram/Laura SalvoSalvo and Socias pictured together on October 9 Salvo was victorious in the Rally del Bierzo while driving a Hyundai i20 R5 alongside Surhayen Pernia in February 2020 The pair completed the race in 1 hour and 38 minutes Salvo’s co-driver Miguel Socias is a native of the Spanish island of Mallorca. Spanish tabloid Marca reports that as a result of the crash Socias was hospitalized with non-serious injuries a well-known rally driver who was also competing at the Rally Vidreiro The sisters are native of the Spanish city of Valencia Salvo was also a keen guitarist and singer According to Salvo’s ERWC profile, her father That profile said that Salvo’s first race was in 2015 Salvo competed in 37 rallies during her career The Rally Vidreiro marked the first rally she competed in outside of Spain The Federation of Drivers of Valencia paid tribute to Salvo in a tweet that read via Google Translate: “Life can sometimes be very unfair Laura Salvo passed away while doing what she liked the most: co-driving His smile will illuminate us from heaven from now on.” READ NEXT: Former Fans Want TikTok Star Canceled Over ‘Racist’ Video – Watch it Here