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Vegetarian: a healthy lifesyle
More and more people are turning vegetarian, but anyone who is or is considering becoming vegetarian should bear in mind several important points to maintain a healthy diet. Here we offer a selection of top tips for stocking up on some healthy vegetarian ingredients supplied by Vanda Laktos of Herboristeria Biocasa in Fuengirola, who invites readers to join in on one of her vegetarian cooking courses.
QUINOA: is usually considered to be a whole grain. It is actually a seed, but can be prepared like … Continue reading
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coín farmers’ market launches
A letter from the organisers:
Dear friends and local producers of Coin,
We would like to thank everyone for their interest in the village for this project. The meetin gheld on Wednesday at the old Convent in town was packed and plenty of ideas, opinons and suggestions were collected that will help guide us in creating a local farmers’ market. Over the next few days we will start to work with the growers and producers who have expressed an interest to create a ‘growers association’ in Coín, … Continue reading
The vegan way
To mark World Vegan month that takes place every November we thought we’d dedicate some space to look at what it means to be vegan, and why many people who choose to be a vegan believe it is the best and quickest way to save the planet.
While a vegetarian diet is becoming more common, even in southern Spain, veganism is still considered a much more radical lifestyle choice. Yet some of the arguments for a vegan diet are compelling, and for those of us … Continue reading
A manifesto for a ‘green’ economy
Twenty five local businesses, following the initiative of EQQUO Málaga, Spain’s new green party, have launched a manifesto for a more socially responsible and environmentally friendly economy. The manifesto was launched in November at the Fair Trade shop (tienda Comercio Justo) in the old town of Málaga city. Angel Rodriguez, one of the party’s leading candidates, presented the initiative as a call to all of Málaga – businesses, associations, parties and unions – as a way to overcome the current social-environmental crisis and drive forward … Continue reading
Málaga Alternativa – Huerto El Caminito
Urban vegetable gardens are starting to appear in cities allowing people to be close to the land and grow their own food. Some city councils and associations have started these vegetable garden projects recently so that the elderly can put their knowledge into something productive that brings a breath of fresh air to the cities; and for young people to learn where food comes from. The projects come in many different forms. Some have decided to divide land or deserted plots into small, single units … Continue reading
The infra red revolution
Last year we reported on the latest developments in infra red technology bringing clean dry heat into our houses. Redwell, one of the world’s pioneers in infra red heating systems, has had an office based down here in southern Spain for the past six years, and have recently launched new product ranges that are more efficient and more economical. Their new white frameless panels offer considerable savings so that more people can enjoy the benefits of infra red heating.
Humans have the capacity to absorb infrared … Continue reading
The Culinary Garden – Tarragon
French Tarragon is one of the three muskateers of gourmet cuisine. Despite its name it is originally from the south of Russia, and the form used with its characteristic spicy aniseed aroma is not found in the wild. The plant is a shrub with stems full of small pointed leaves, which disappear in winter to reappear in spring.
The true botanical name is Tarragon Artemisia dracunculus var. odora, and it reaches a height of 70cm. It does not flower, distinguishing it from the non-aromatic version (Artemisia … Continue reading
Arboretum: New roots in Marbella
Readers will recall that Arboretum is a non-profit organisation, whose mission is to develop an educational tool and provide a public space for the environmental literacy of the local population with a focus on sustainability.
This issue we look at two important issues, the first being ‘action’. On November 12 the first group of stakeholders planted their trees at Arboretum, marking the opening ceremony for the 2011 planting season. These are people who support the project with a membership fee of 5€ per month and are … Continue reading
Festival Arte Sano 2011
FESTIVAL ARTE SANO 2011
PROGRAMA DE ACTIVIDADES
Fecha – Date: 26 & 27 Nov 2011
Horario – Times: 10.00 – 23.30
Lugar – venue: La Carpa municipal, Recinto Ferial, San Pedro. Directions here / aqui
ESCENARIO- Actuaciones/Conciertos
SÁBADO
11:00 Flamenco, Yanet Asociación Arcos Blancos
12:30 Danza Oriental Juveniles, Proyecto Menta Fusión Dance
16:00 Salsa, Rueda Cubana, Salsa Cuba.
17:00 Show de Malabares / juggling show. Lia Suarey
17:30 Raissa Danza Oriental, Proyecto Menta Fusión Dance
18:30 Rocio Madreselva, barda
20:00 Uka´s Moon, Reggae
21:30 Octubre Roto, Rock
DOMINGO
11:00 Flamenco, Yanet Asociación Arcos Blancos y el Cruce
12:30 Danza Oriental … Continue reading
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Bionatura 15th anniversary party
Congratulation Bionatura on 15 years dedicated to promoting organic food on the costa del sol. We enjoyed the tasting session last Saturday
Bionatura, the only organic supermarket in Málaga province with full certification from CAAE, the Andalucían organic association, is celebrating some special anniversaries in November.
Their two shops, in Los Boliches and Marbella, have been open for 15 and 10 years respectively this year, and they invited Chispa readers to a special open day at their two premises on Saturday November 5 at 12.00 for free … Continue reading
