Daryl Finch, editor of Malaga Guru

6 January 2022

El Mesón de Cervantes

El Mesón de Cervantes is the younger sibling of the original El Tapeo de Cervantes. This group of establishments, run by an Argentinian family, has been serving the city for a number of years now. It continues to go from strength to strength, recently opening a third restaurant in the centre, El Descorche de Cervantes, which acts as an overspill […]

27 June 2025

La Tarta de la Madre de Cris

La Tarta de la Madre de Cris has become a pilgrimage site for dessert lovers in Malaga, serving Spain’s most celebrated cheesecakes from their beloved Calle Granada location. This family-run bakery, which translates to ‘Cris’s Mother’s Cake’, opened in Malaga in January 2020 after conquering Granada with their legendary tarta de queso (cheesecake). The bakery represents the finest tradition of […]

11 October 2020

Asador Iñaki

If you like your meat, and you like it cooked to perfection, this place is well worth the venture out of the centre for. The new Asador Iñaki is always packed to the rafters – and for good reason. The friendly and helpful waiters will help pick out the right cut for you, accompanied by thick-cut chips and sprinkled with […]

9 January 2021

Malaga Cathedral, the ‘one-armed lady’

Malaga Cathedral, officially called the Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica de la Encarnación, is synonymous with the city, not only because it is visible from practically anywhere, but because of its main distinguishing feature – its single tower. For this reason, the cathedral is colloquially known as La Manquita (one-armed lady). There are many stories as to why the second tower […]

14 August 2021

Finding somewhere to live in Malaga

Just arrived in Malaga? You’ll need to find somewhere to live – and you’ll probably be looking to rent an apartment. With Malaga forging a strong reputation abroad, and the Covid pandemic, it’s trickier than ever to find an apartment or house that meets your needs… especially in the city centre. Prices have gone up a lot, especially with an […]

8 July 2023

MIMO Vegan Bistro

Now pursuing their latest venture on Avenida Manuel Agustín Heredia in the Soho area of Malaga, MIMO Vegan is back with a brand-new restaurant. This establishment prides itself on offering a fully vegan menu that is free from gluten and sugar. The culinary creations at MIMO Vegan Bistro predominantly showcase locally sourced vegetables, ensuring a fresh and sustainable dining experience. […]

22 May 2023

Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga

The Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga is one of Malaga’s main attractions in terms of visitor numbers. Opened in 2011, it brings together one of the most important collections of Spanish and Andalusian painting from the early 19th century to the early modern period in the 20th century, encompassing some of the main movements in Spanish art during this period, such […]

10 June 2023

Nerja: the heart of the Axarquía

Located approximately 45 minutes east of Malaga, Nerja stands out as the most renowned town in the Axarquía area, offering a distinct atmosphere compared to the bustling western Costa del Sol. This area attracts visitors seeking a more serene way of life, particularly within the charming whitewashed towns and villages nestled further inland. Nerja has been a popular tourist destination […]

31 October 2023

Halloween in Malaga

Though not an occasion historically celebrated in Spain, as each year goes by, Halloween manages to get more and more people into the spooky spirit. Every year now, the streets of Malaga are especially busy with families and those who are young at heart donning extravagant costumes. As ever, the people of Malaga love to celebrate with good humour, dressing […]

23 March 2024

5 tips for surviving Semana Santa in Malaga

If you didn’t already know, Semana Santa (Holy Week or Easter Week in English) brings Malaga to an absolute standstill every year. Easter in Spain is not just a religious festival, it’s a deep-rooted tradition that dates back centuries and brings whole communities together. In Malaga city alone, between Palm Sunday and Good Friday, there are more than 40 processions (plus […]