The TOMA & COE Blog
Andalucia is a land of dizzying dimensions. Our blog is a forum for us to share our insights; see it as a library of tales, articles and anecdotes.
The best olive oil in the world
All about olives. Olives are the fruit of the olive tree which is part of a family of trees that include lilac and jasmine...
El Botijo: summer’s most useful article
On a recent trip to my local Ferretería (Hardware store) in Antequera, I was duly waiting my turn, when I noticed the guy in...
Tortilla and Gazpacho: Original is best
Tortilla and Gazpacho: Original is best – a guest post from Angus McIntyre. Why does it happen? Why do so many “National Dishes” become...
An exciting September event in Gibraltar
The following is a fabulous guest post from talented writer and event promoter Carol Byrne, a long term resident in Spain who attends the...
Our Favourite Tapas Dishes
Tapas are a Spanish institution. Their origin comes from the word “lid” or “tapa”. A hunk of bread, a slice of cheese or jamón...
Why stay in a hotel when you can stay in a cave?
Alternative accommodation is becoming more popular in Spain. Of course, hotels are fabulous places to stay but why stay in a hotel, when you...
Experiences of our first Camino Mozarabe Pilgrimage
Our very first Camino Mozarabe Pilgrimage with Manni, Pablo and the ladies from America was a huge success. It turned into a truly life...
