Costa del Sol
Picador launches The Croquette Journey at La Zambra in Mijas
Croquettes are taking centre stage as Picador restaurant at La Zambra Resort launches ‘The Croquette Journey’, a limited-time dining event celebrating one of the most loved classics in Spanish cuisine.
The event that has been running from March 27, is a new gastronomic experience which invites diners to explore a changing selection of croquettes, with new creations introduced each week alongside returning favourites that have already earned a following. Among the standout options is Picador’s well-known cured beef and roasted bone marrow croquette, a richer, more contemporary take on the traditional recipe.
The croquette is a classic dish with deep roots in Spanish culture
Set among the golf courses close to the traditional village of Mijas, the restaurant is using the event to put a fresh spotlight on a dish that is deeply tied to Spanish food culture. The idea is to encourage people to come together, share plates and enjoy the kind of flavours that feel both familiar and inventive.
The concept has been developed under the direction of executive chef Juanjo Solano, who leads the kitchen at La Zambra with a style that fuses Andalusian roots with subtle Latin influence, revisiting a classic in a way that feels modern but still stays connected to local identity, memory and seasonal produce. At Picador, the croquette is being presented as a dish that carries tradition, nostalgia and creativity in equal measure, offering diners the chance to rediscover an Andalusian favourite from a new perspective and more than a simple tapa.
The expected 3 month event could be extended if popular
Described as crisp on the outside and creamy within, the croquettes will be priced from €16 for six. The event is expected to run for around three months, although it could be extended if it proves popular. La Zambra Resort says the initiative forms part of its wider commitment to gastronomy based on tradition, quality ingredients and creativity.
The resort itself has a long Costa del Sol history. First opened in 1986 as the Hotel Byblos, it became one of the area’s best-known luxury destinations before closing for more than 12 years. After a full renovation, it reopened in 2022 under its new identity as La Zambra and is currently the only hotel in Mijas to hold a Michelin Key distinction.
For fine food lovers on the Costa del Sol, The Croquette Journey could offer one more reason to head to Mijas this spring. For information and booking go to lazambrahotel.com
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Exclusive members only venue in Marbella is open to the public for Garden market charity day
Volubilis is raising money for the environmental work of Fundacion Arboretum by hosting a garden market charity day in Marbella on Saturday, May 9. The exclusive members only venue is opening its doors to the public to raise money for the important work the charity are doing for our planet.
What you can get to experience
The Garden Market charity day from 11am to 4pm will be held at its garden venue in Marbella. Entry costs €15 and includes a drink or tasting within the event.
Visitors will get to enjoy live music, food tastings of produce from Eden Club, Crestellina, D-Origen and much more. You can browse a selection of stalls run by local producers. A children’s area will keep younger guests entertained, making it suitable for families. There will be insights into how the products are grown and made from producers.
The serene and relaxed layout is ideal for socialising tasting new foods and taking in the beautiful surroundings.
Coffee lovers will get to taste the rare with an organic coffee roaster travelling from Alicante especially for this occasion.
What is Volubilis
Volubilis operates mainly as a members-based co-working and community space in Marbella. Its workspaces are in a perfectly curated space with desks, offices and meeting areas designed for freelancers, entrepreneurs and remote workers.
Community life plays an important role in the project. Regular events, workshops and social gatherings bring people together, creating opportunities to share ideas and build connections.
Sustainability forms a major part of their work. Activities often focus on responsible food systems, gardening and environmental awareness, giving visitors practical ways to learn and engage in these areas.
Supporting the environment
Funds raised during the Garden Market will go directly to Fundacion Arboretum, an organisation dedicated to protecting the environment and promoting ecological awareness on the Costa del Sol.
The foundation focuses on conservation, education and the restoration of natural spaces. With the money and support gained from events like this, it goes towards helping fund tree planting, environmental education programmes and initiatives aimed at preserving local ecosystems.
A day for bringing the family
The children will have ample space to play and explore. Foodies who like to know what goes into what they are eating will have the chance to meet producers and learn more about locally sourced goods.
There will be live music as you stroll around browsing the carefully chosen producers of ceramics and textiles, ones you would rarely find at local markets that have been handpicked especially for their quality.
The increase in purpose driven events
Interest in events that combine leisure with community support continues to grow day by day across the coast. Garden Market charity day gives people an easy way to enjoy time outdoors, learn something new, all while contributing to an environmental cause.
The day is held on Saturday, May 9 from 11am to 4pm and is priced at €15 with Every entry fee donated to Fundacion Arboretum. Tickets and more information can be found at the Volubilis social media page on Instagram.
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