Paella, arroz a banda or arroz del señoret? A quick guide
Three names that confuse half the promenade. The real differences, who each one is for and how to order them.
Mediterranean journal
Stories, guides and recipes from Altea's promenade
Useful articles from the house: rice dishes, tapas, Altea and life by the sea. No filler: only what we'd tell a friend.
How many tapas per person? The house rule of thumb
Never too little, never half a board left over: the simple rule we use to advise our tables.
What to do in Altea before (or after) lunch by the sea
The old town, the blue dome, the promenade and where to watch the sun go down: the house mini-guide.
The story of paella valenciana
From the Valencian huerta to the whole world: the journey of Spain's most famous dish.
How to choose a paella in Altea
The signs of a good rice house and the questions to ask before you sit down.
What to order in a tapas bar when you don't know the menu
The foolproof method that works in any bar in Spain.
Why are tapas shared?
A short history of Spanish gastronomy's most sociable custom.
Culinary specialities of the province of Alicante
Rice dishes, salted fish, turrón and other treasures of the terreta.
What to drink with paella: wines and more
Whites, rosés, sangría or beer: what works and why.
Where to eat by the sea in Altea
The promenade, its terraces and how to choose a table with a view.
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