Cueva De Aladdin based in Cadiár are not just a charity shop.  Based at the back of the Church in Cadiár they also have a cafe as well as printing, fax and skype available.

English breakfasts are available all day, as well as freshly baked bread and cakes.

Fish, Chips, mushy peas, bread and butter and a drink are on the menu for just €5.50 – amazing value.  They also have curries and a takeaway service is available.

They are open Mon-Fri 9.00-14.00 and 17.00-20.00 and Sat & Sun 10.00-14.00

So drop in, have a browse around their charity shop, bag a bargain and enjoy their relaxing cafe.

For more information or directions call 958 850 903

For the fourth year now Isicola in Almuñécar is organizing 4×4 adventures, luxury boat tours and days out for everybody.

You want exciting paintball games? Qualified referees, professional equipment and full body protection are included!

A beautiful trip in authentic 4×4’s to beautiful places with waterfalls and benevolent crystal clear pools. With opportunities for a swim and hiking? They do it! Besides that they have at their disposal luxury 45 foot cutters, speedboats and luxury “Gin & Tonic” boats to spend a nice time on the sea.

All 4×4’s and boats are guided by qualified drivers and skippers. One of them even has a water-ski instructor license which gives you the possibility to do waterskiing or wakeboarding. You may not believe it but they worked for companies like Vodafone, Mercedes and International Universities.

So why don’t you treat yourself and your relatives to an unforgettable pampered day.  All the tours include unlimited refreshments and tapas. Some tours even have an extensive BBQ included! Even pick-up and drop-off is not an issue to them. All this is very affordable with prices starting from €25,- a person.

For bookings and more information look at their website www.isicola.com or call them at +34 670828420.

El Dragon Rojo, the Chinese restaurant in Castell De Ferro, has now been open for over two months and has gone from strength to strength.  At a traditionally quiet time of year they are delighted with the start the restaurant has had and the management there would like to thank all their customers, many who they see regularly, for their support.

Chef Sang produces a huge rang of dishes, most of which are the traditional ones we all know and love but with his own touch of flare.  All the sauces, even the sweet and sour on the table, are homemade by Sang in El Dragon Rojo’s kitchens.

Chef Javi cooks up the Spanish side of the Menu and tasty tapas.  Javi will prepare you some of the best Paella available anywhere if you give him an hour’s notice.  Roast chickens are also on offer to order.  Hamburgers, bocadillos, sandwiches etc., are available.  Or try the challenge of finishing the legendary ‘Capote’, a huge bocadillo with pork, egg, cheese, bacon, tomato and lettuce.

At El Dragon Rojo you’ll find a warm friendly atmosphere and some very fine food and wine.

El Dragon Rojo have now launched their website www.eldragonrojo.com  where you can read more in depth about the restaurant, chefs and owners, peruse the menu at your leisure or e-mail them with any comments.  At the moment it is only available through Internet Explorer.

What’s on  JULY  at ‘Casa del Cafe’ Albondón.
Wednesday  1st July.  ‘Fish & Chip’  night. ( Please book)

Friday 10th July   ‘Northern Soul’ night with ‘Happy Hour’ 8:30 – 9:00 All drinks 1€ (excluding pints) followed by Karaoke.

Wednesday 22nd July . Bingo Night. Come and have a laugh (Not for the serious Bingo Player).

Friday 31st July. An evening with ‘Phil’ singing followed by Karaoke for all

Legends -  Salobreña
For entertainment schedule for July please telephone 958 612 853 or pop in for gig guide

Citibox, founded in London in 1988, opened its first Spanish branch in Puerto Banus in 2002.  Since last year the branch network has been extended Eastwards to Mojácar and the latest office to open is Inmobilicosta Granada in Albuñol.

Offering a secure mailbox service, Citibox offices not only stay open longer than the Correos but they can accept courier delivered parcels and they will contact you as soon as a parcel arrives.

New for 2009 is the UK Address in Spain service where Citibox holders are offered their individual, unique and permanent address at the UK warehouse. Any post or parcel arriving at your UK address is then trucked down weekly to Spain and available for collection from your Citibox, cutting out the Correos completely.  The first kilogram each week is free and you only pay €1/Kg over that.  So much is cheaper in the UK and, together with their partners, Formula Freight, you can now receive anything with complete peace of mind.

Citibox are the only FedEx Authorised Dropcenters in Spain and their massive volume generates huge discounts which are passed onto the public and businesses for parcels sent within Spain or abroad.  Get a quote, track a parcel, read their blog or learn more at www.citibox.es .
Cafe Bar Garcia in Castell De Ferro have now changed their opening hours for the Summer Season.  They are now open Tuesday-Sunday from 1pm-4pm and then 8pm- Late.

Their Summer Terrace is now open which has sea views and has plenty of shade.  For the evenings the terrace has a wonderful candle lit atmosphere.  For those who prefer inside dining the bar is air conditioned.

They now have 2 menus – the lunch time menu is smaller but still includes home made beef burgers, wraps, Salads, Giant Hotdogs, Homemade pizzas, Lamb Doner Kebabs, Full Rack of Sticky BBQ ribs, Lomo, lasagne and more.

Their evening menu has over 50 choices including the above as well as Indian food including Samosas, Kormas, Rogan Josh, Bhuna, Madras and home made Naan breads.  The Mexican menu includes Burritos, Fajitas, Chilli con carne and the New Tex Mex pizza.  There is also Cajun Chicken, Sticky BBQ Chicken and many other dishes.  To check out their full menu see advert on centre pages.

If you have not yet visited Cafe Bar Garcia then coming from Motril on the N340 take the 1st exit to Castell (BP Garage), head into Castell and when you see the Farmacia take the next right.  Then take the 2nd left – Calle La Goleta and they are on the left hand side.    If you are travelling from La Rabita direction take the 1st exit for Castell De Ferro.  At the junction head into Castell, stay on this road until you see the farmacia.  Take the left junction just before the farmacia. Then take the 2nd left – Calle La Goleta and they are on the left hand side.

Their menu is also available for takeaway.  To place an order, reserve a table or more information please call 650 921 132.

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