Are you looking for live music, great food and memorable days out on the Costa Blanca this June? From an evening of classic 1960s hits in Hondón de las Nieves to a relaxed cheese and wine lunch with live entertainment in Algorfa, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy good music and delicious food.

Golden grooves

Fans of classic 1960s music are in for a treat as The Honeycombs bring their new 60s Icons Music Show to the Hondon Hub on Saturday, 20 June.

The show promises an evening packed with nostalgia, live music and dancefloor favourites from one of the most memorable decades in popular music. Featuring a talented five-piece band, the performance will celebrate the sounds that defined the 1960s, along with a selection of later hits.

The Honeycombs line-up includes Paul Torr, Lee Howard, Terry Luckett, Colin Hulcoop and Neil Hardcastle.

Enjoy a mix of classic 60s tracks, along with music inspired by legendary artists from the period. The show also includes a special tribute to The Travelling Wilburys.

Organisers describe the production as a “fab 60s plus night” designed to get audiences up dancing and reliving some of the greatest moments in music history. Whether you remember the decade first-hand or simply love timeless songs, the event has something for everyone.

The show is set to take place at the Hondon Hub, with the show starting at 8:30 PM.

Tickets are priced at just €10 per person and advance booking is recommended as seats are selling fast and places are expected to fill quickly.

For bookings and further information, call in to the Hondon Hub at Calle Davo, 03688 Hondón de las Nieves, or call (+34) 711 046 164.

Wine Wednesday

If your idea of a perfect afternoon involves good food, a glass of wine and live music, Lo Crispin Tavern & Beer Garden has the answer.

On Wednesday, 24 June, the popular Algorfa venue will host a Cheese, Wine & Live Music Lunch, combining a sharing platter with entertainment from singer Niamh, who will perform a selection of favourite hits from the 1960s right through to the present day.

Priced at €19.95 per person, the experience includes a sharing cheese board featuring five premium cheeses, fresh seasonal fruit, crackers and artisan breads, along with jam and chutney. Guests will also enjoy two glasses of wine, choosing from red, white or rosé, before rounding off the afternoon with a dessert to share.

Adding to the atmosphere will be live music from Niamh, whose varied repertoire promises something for everyone while guests sit back and enjoy good company, food and drink.

Spots are selling out and advance booking is highly recommended.

Lo Crispin Tavern & Beer Garden is located at Avenida de las Naciones 55A, 03176 Algorfa. The venue is open daily from 11:00 AM until 11:30 PM. For reservations and further information, call (+34) 646 777 658 or (+34) 966 924 828. For more information, visit locrispin.com.

Sinapi has become one of those restaurants that people recommend without hesitation. With locations in both Elche and Santa Pola, it has earned a loyal following thanks to a simple formula: quality ingredients, generous portions and consistently good service.

More than just gourmet burgers

The restaurant’s much-talked-about gourmet burgers were the reason we headed to Sinapi, but the menu offers far more than that. From premium beef cuts and grilled meats to fresh poke bowls, pizzas and really tasty starters, it was difficult to decide what to order.

Whether you are visiting for a quick lunch or planning a longer evening meal, the variety on offer means there is something to suit almost every taste. The menu combines familiar favourites with a few more inventive options, making it an easy choice for groups with different preferences.

The feature that Sinapi is most proud of is its commitment to sourcing excellent beef. The restaurant has built a reputation for serving some of the finest burgers in the area. Popular choices include the So Brie burger and Angus tataki.

Relaxed atmosphere and attentive service

The atmosphere is a comfortable balance between relaxed and contemporary, making it perfect for either a family lunch, a casual dinner with friends or a date night. The staff are lovely and the service is friendly and efficient without feeling rushed.

In a region with absolutely no shortage of dining options, Sinapi stands out by focusing on what matters most: good food, good service and a welcoming environment. It is easy to see why so many customers return time and time again. We will certainly be back for another visit!

Location and reservations

Sinapi can be found at Calle Porta de l’Orgue, 4, Elche, and Calle Hernán Cortés, 14, Santa Pola. Booking is highly recommended. For reservations or information call (+34) 965 068 620 or visit sinapi.es.

Getting around the Vega Baja by public transport is about to become much easier.

From 1 June, the Generalitat Valenciana is launching the new CE-710 bus network, a major upgrade designed to improve connections between towns across the Vega Baja and key destinations including Alicante, Elche, Torrevieja, Alicante Airport, hospitals and the University of Alicante.

The new transport corridor is intended to provide better mobility for residents, students, workers and visitors, while helping to reduce reliance on private vehicles throughout the region.

Better Links for 28 Municipalities

The CE-710 corridor will serve 28 municipalities, including Orihuela, Torrevieja, Guardamar del Segura, Almoradí, Rojales, Pilar de la Horadada, Los Montesinos, Catral, Cox and Callosa de Segura.

In total, the service will operate 14 bus routes using at least 22 vehicles. More than 43,000 journeys are scheduled each year, covering almost 1.9 million kilometres across the comarca.

Among the biggest improvements are new and enhanced connections between Orihuela, Crevillent, Elche and Alicante, making travel between some of the area’s most important population centres more convenient.

Passengers will also benefit from better access to both Hospital Vega Baja and Torrevieja Hospital, as well as stronger links to San Isidro railway station and direct services to Alicante Airport from several Vega Baja municipalities.

Meeting Growing Demand

Residents of Los Montesinos will benefit from more frequent services to Torrevieja, with three daily connections planned under the new network.

Regional officials say the project responds to the growing transport needs of the Vega Baja, where the population exceeds 400,000 residents and increases significantly during the summer months as tourists and seasonal residents arrive.

The new network is expected to improve accessibility across the comarca, strengthen links between communities and make it easier for people to reach employment, education, healthcare and transport hubs throughout the province.

With services beginning on 1 June, the CE-710 network marks one of the most significant public transport improvements introduced in the Vega Baja in recent years.