Talking Rubbish: Interview At Lanzarote’s Dump

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Almost everything you throw away on Lanzarote ends up in the heart of the island, at the Environmental Complex located in the volcano of Zonzamas. Each month, 4,000 refuse lorries pass through the white gate to deposit rubbish created by 160,000 residents and the 80,000 tourists who are on the island at any given time. We entered the volcano last month to meet the Cabildo’s Solid Waste councillor, Domingo Cejas.

Archaeologists are uncovering Lanzarote’s past

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Archaeologists have discovered what could be the oldest water cistern on Lanzarote at the ancient settlement of El Bebedero.

Lanzarote’s wine harvest worries

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Lanzarote's 2025 wine harvest is the lowest poorest of the century so far, with fewer than 600,000 kilogrammes likely to be gathered. Meanwhile, another serious threat has emerged on Tenerife.

Behind The Sequins: Paul’s Path To Guapatini’s

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From West End stages and Drag stardom, Paul Burnham’s journey as performer has been anything but ordinary. Now, as the force behind Guapatini’s Showbar Lanzarote, he shares his story of resilience, reinvention, and glittering success.

Throwing Shade In All The Right Places – One Blind At A Time

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If there’s one constant on Lanzarote – it’s the sunshine – and every visitor has looked for shade at one time or another. Richard and Shelley at AMU Blinds Lanzarote (blindslanzarote.es) recognised this and decided to bring their expertise to the island. We spoke to them last month.

Lanzarote’s summer weather has been a mixed bag

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The summer's weather so far has been a fascinating mix of good, bad and a little bit of ugly, but Lanzarote has still been a welcome refuge compared to many places.

Welcome back to Lanzarote, Mr. Prime Minister… or not?

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A political row has unfolded after a proposal to name Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez persona non grata on Lanzarote before his summer holidays on the island.

Interview with Arrecife Mayor Yonathan de León

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At 41 years of age, Yonathan de León is the youngest ever Mayor of Lanzarote's capital and most populous council district, Arrecife.

Lanzarote’s only record label talks vinyl

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Malpaís Records is the only record label producing vinyl records on Lanzarote. We chatted to label boss Carlos “Charlie” Romero last month.

How To Make Golden Aloo Gobi

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There’s something deeply comforting about a fragrant, well spiced Aloo Gobi - tender potatoes and cauliflower simmered in turmeric, cumin, and fresh aromatics. This classic Indian dish is simple yet bursting with flavour, perfect for weeknights or as a vibrant side.