Finding a restaurant that combines good food, friendly service and excellent value is always a welcome discovery, and Alejandro’s Bar & Restaurant has been doing exactly that for more than 25 years. This long-established family-run favourite in La Zenia continues to attract residents and holidaymakers alike with its relaxed atmosphere, generous portions and varied menu, making it a reliable choice for any time of day.

Family dining at Alejandro’s in La Zenia

We recently stopped by Alejandro’s Bar & Restaurant in La Zenia, and it’s easy to see why this family-run restaurant has been such a popular choice since opening its doors in 1999.

From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. Whether you are popping in for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a drink on the terrace, there is a genuine family feel about the place.

We tried the Menu del Dia, available daily from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and at €14.90 it offers excellent value. You choose a starter and a main course, followed by dessert or coffee, with a small beer, wine or soft drink included.

There was plenty of choice, from homemade soup, bruschetta or a fresh mixed salad to mains including spaghetti bolognese, lasagne, chicken schnitzel with chips and vegetables, chicken curry with rice, pork medallions in mushroom sauce or one of Alejandro’s pizzas. Desserts included mixed ice cream, apple strudel or coffee.

The food was freshly prepared, generously portioned and served by friendly staff who clearly take pride in looking after their customers.

Great value and weekly specials

Another reason to visit is the restaurant’s popular Wednesday Schnitzel Day, when freshly cooked schnitzels are served for just €13.90. It’s one of their busiest days, so booking ahead is recommended.

Alongside its daily set menu, Alejandro’s offers an extensive à la carte selection, giving diners plenty of choice whether they are looking for a quick lunch, an evening meal with friends or a relaxed family dinner.

A Costa Blanca favourite for more than 25 years

Having served customers since 1999, Alejandro’s has built a loyal following by focusing on consistently good food, welcoming service and a comfortable atmosphere. It is the kind of restaurant where many visitors return time and again, while newcomers quickly feel at home.

Alejandro’s is located on Carretera de Villamartín 2, La Zenia. To reserve a table, call (+34) 966 760 623 or email alejandros@gmx.net.

The Vega Baja is gearing up for another summer of friendly competition, with two popular community events inviting residents to take part in everything from gravity-powered homemade vehicles to five-a-side style football. Whether you enjoy building imaginative creations or competing on the pitch, Benijófar and Los Montesinos are preparing to welcome participants and spectators for two of the season’s best-loved local events.

Crazy Cars Race returns to Benijofar

Benijofar’s popular Crazy Cars Race returns on Sunday, 12 July, with competitors once again taking to the streets in homemade vehicles for one of the Vega Baja’s most entertaining summer events.

Now in its 14th year, the race challenges teams to build imaginative, non-motorised vehicles before tackling a downhill course through the town. While speed plays a part, creativity, originality and plenty of humour are what really impress the judges.

The race gets underway at 8:30 PM, starting on Calle Pilar Miro before passing along Calle Juan Ramon Jimenez and Calle Pablo Picasso, with the finish line at the entrance to CEIP San Jaime.

Organisers are encouraging inventors, families, groups of friends and anyone with a flair for the unusual to take part. Whether it’s a pirate ship, movie character, giant animal or completely original design, almost anything goes as long as it can safely complete the course.

Entries are now open and must be submitted by 5 July through Benijofar Town Hall, benijofar.es, where competitors can also obtain the full rules and registration details.

The Crazy Cars Race has become one of Benijófar’s best-loved summer traditions, drawing large crowds each year to cheer on the colourful creations.

Football fever at the Los Montesinos Summer Cup

Calling all football fans. Registration is now open for the Los Montesinos Summer Cup, with eight teams set to battle it out in this year’s popular five-day Football 7 tournament.

Organised by Los Montesinos Town Hall, the competition has become one of the municipality’s biggest sporting events of the summer, bringing together players and supporters for plenty of competitive action.

The tournament is open to players aged 16 and over.

Sports councillor Ana Belén Juárez said the Summer Cup has become a key date in the town’s sporting calendar, attracting football enthusiasts every year while helping to strengthen the local sporting community.

She also praised the collaboration between the council and the local football club in organising the event, describing it as an excellent way to encourage participation in sport during the summer months.

Entry costs €100 per team, with places limited to eight squads.

Anyone interested in entering a team or finding out more can call (+34) 625 817 177.

Whether you’re taking part or cheering from the sidelines, the Los Montesinos Summer Cup promises an exciting week of football as teams compete for the tournament trophy.

Fans of classic British rock have plenty to look forward to on the Costa Blanca, with two tribute shows celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Status Quo. Taking place in Orihuela Costa and Ciudad Quesada, the performances promise evenings packed with timeless hits, accomplished musicians and the kind of live entertainment that continues to draw audiences from across the region.

Fleetwood Mac favourites at the Emerald Isle

Fleetwood Mac fans can look forward to an evening of timeless classics when Wild Card brings its Fleetwood Mac tribute show to The Emerald Isle in La Florida.

Starting at 8:00 PM, the band will perform many of the legendary group’s biggest hits, including Go Your Own Way, Don’t Stop, Rhiannon and Landslide.

Wild Card has built a strong following on the Costa Blanca thanks to its energetic tribute shows and talented international line-up. With members from Argentina, Norway and across the UK, the band blends experience, musicianship and stage presence to deliver performances that keep audiences dancing all night.

Wild Card can be seen at The Emerald Isle every Saturday until 21 October, performing from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Guests are encouraged to arrive from 6:30 PM to enjoy dinner before the performance. Entry to the show is free, although a 10 per cent entertainment charge applies between 7:00 PM and midnight until 21 October.

Status Quo classics come to Ciudad Quesada

Status Quo fans are in for a night of classic rock when tribute band Fakers Quo takes to the stage at The Club in Ciudad Quesada on Sunday, 5 July.

The performance promises an evening packed with the biggest hits from one of Britain’s best-loved rock bands, alongside some of the lesser-known tracks that dedicated Quo fans rarely get to hear performed live.

Made up of lifelong Status Quo enthusiasts, Fakers Quo describe themselves as “just a bunch of Quo fans playing Quo”. Their setlist features favourites such as Rockin’ All Over the World and Caroline, alongside album tracks seldom performed by the original band.

Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the live performance starting at 9:00 PM.

Celebrating legendary British rock

Formed in London in 1967, Fleetwood Mac evolved from a blues band into one of the world’s most successful rock acts, selling more than 100 million records worldwide. Status Quo also became one of Britain’s defining rock bands, earning a reputation for their distinctive boogie-rock sound and decades of chart success.

Whether you prefer Fleetwood Mac’s melodic harmonies or Status Quo’s guitar-driven anthems, these tribute performances offer the chance to relive some of the greatest songs in British rock history while enjoying two popular live music venues on the Costa Blanca.