Ordering seafood in Spanish restaurants
The case of a tourist couple who were charged €125 for five prawns caused widespread press coverage last month, but if anything, it highlights the importance of knowing a little about ordering in Spain.
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The question of art
The case of the French artist who painted artworks on two abandoned houses in rural Lanzarote has highlighted Lanzarote’s complicated attitude towards heritage and public art.
Chasing the top spot
It has been a tremendous opening 20 matches of the season for UD Lanzarote, with 13 wins and just one loss; but even with this super form the Rojillos (the reds) are in third spot and trail league leaders CD Tenerife b by four points in the RFEF 3 (fifth tier). Ian lane reports.
Goatest of all time
Lanzarote’s goats are, literally, the GOATS of the islands, an animal that has defined life, language and landscape for thousands of years.
Covid corruption case
Prosecutors have opened a case against four Canarian businessmen who are accused of fraud relating to the purchase and supply of face masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) during the Covid pandemic.
La Graciosa cut off due to bad weather
The two ferries from Orzola to La Graciosa are likely to be further affected by rough seas and high wind today, after several cancellations yesterday.
Car fire in Tinajo
The emergency services were called to a car fire in Tinajo last night.
Flower Power win best bottle design at olive oil awards
A total of 28 olive oils were tasted at this year’s Canarian olive oil contest by Concursos Agrocanarias, and Lanzarote went home with an award for the best bottle presentation designed by the Flower Power garden centre.
Orange coastal warning this morning
Spain’s meteorological agency (AEMET) have issued an orange coastal warning this morning.
Visiting Lagomar
Built by Manrique’s associate, Jesus Soto, LagOmar is an amazing gallery, museum and restaurant set in a mountainside. Once the property of Omar Sharif, it’s a magical, unforgettable place. Here’s what to expect when you visit.