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The tiny underrated European island with a 16-mile long beach - not in Spain nor Italy
A European island with an endless golden coastline, a beautiful lighthouse and stunning views is a great holiday destination. As much of Europe sizzles with high temperature warnings of up to 40C, this ideal escape offers more enjoyable beach...

Europastry acquires majority stake in Thailand’s Art of Baking
Spain-based bakery giant Europastry has acquired 60% of Art of Baking in Thailand. Europastry, which put its IPO plans on hold last year for a second time, said the stake was taken from Minor International Public Co. and Srifa Frozen Food as part...

Spain flies past both South Korea and Japan in GDP rankings as service economy is now king
SPAIN has overtaken both South Korea and Japan in GDP per capita, according to the latest figures from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Spain’s GDP per head now sits at approximately $36,200 (€33,666), while South Korea trails on $34,600...

Iberian sardine fishery regains MSC certification after major stock recovery
The Iberian sardine fishery has regained Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification, marking a milestone in stock recovery and sustainable fishing efforts by Spain and Portugal. Purse seine fleets from both countries jointly earned the...

Spain travel warning for Brits who use cash abroad as Euro note 'no longer accepted'
Brits planning Spain holidays this year will no doubt be looking to withdraw some cash for shopping, food and souvenirs but there's a new rule in place you'll need to be aware of. Although nowadays most people will favour card payments over cash,...

Restaurante Escorpio: a privileged place to enjoy the excellence of Spanish cuisine
SUR in English Benalmádena Friday, 4 July 2025, 13:14 Compartir Located within the exclusive setting of Hotel La Fonda in Benalmádena Pueblo, Restaurante Escorpio invites guests to experience the essence of Spanish cuisine, elevated with...

Gangland wake held at Cumbernauld diner after Lyons hoods gunned down in Spain
A Cumbernauld restaurant has hosted the gangland wake for slain hoods Eddie Lyons Jnr and Ross Monaghan. Nonnas Kitchen Dullatur hosted the wake of the pair who were gunned down in Spain following their funeral on Friday, July 4 at Bishopbriggs...

Inside England Lionesses’ luxury Euro 2025 hotel with butler service, stunning pool and 2 Michelin star restaurant
ENGLAND are looking to defend their European Championship title this month in Switzerland. The Lionesses were on home soil when they made history by winning Euro 2022 three years ago. 6 England will stay at the luxurious Dolder Grand resort for...

Gangland wake for two slain mobsters held at 'relaxing' UK restaurant attracting hundreds
Daily Star Reporter and Billy Gaddi 14:43, 05 Jul 2025Updated 14:52, 05 Jul 2025 A Scottish restaurant hosted the wake of notorious gangland figures Eddie Lyons Jnr and Ross Monaghan, who were brutally gunned down in Spain. Dullatur's Nonnas...

OCMD gets kebob and burger eateries, Rosenfeld's closes in Salisbury
The Kebob Project, a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant, opened on the Ocean City Boardwalk. Rosenfeld's Jewish Delicatessen in Salisbury closed permanently after eight months. 8th Street Smash Burger, offering classic American fare, also...

Order curly fries at this Illinois McDonald's before it's too late
In a move that has many Illinois residents surprised, twister fries have made their way to the menu of one local McDonald's restaurant. The curly, golden fries are a stark contrast from the chain's traditional skinny style. Here's what we know....

Pulmonary arterial hypertension market to reach $9.35bn across 7MM by 2034
The pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.0% from 2024 to 2034, reaching $9.35bn across the seven major markets (7MM: US, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, and Japan),...

Gangland wake held at Scots restaurant after Lyons hoods gunned down in Spain
A Scots restaurant has hosted the gangland wake for slain hoods Eddie Lyons Jnr and Ross Monaghan, who were gunned down in Spain. Nonnas Kitchen Dullatur in Cumbernauld held the two gangsters' wake following their funeral yesterday (Friday July 5)...

Inside Spain: Kicking Franco's head and a ban on splitting the bill
In this week’s Inside Spain we look at how a replica of Spanish dictator Franco’s head has been used as the ball at a football tournament, and why a growing number of bars and restaurants are refusing to split the bill for customers. Spain's...

Spain warning: this is the maximum amount of cash you can carry without being fined
In 2025, despite the inexorable rise of digital payments via cards, smartphones and smart devices, the use of cash remains commonplace in Spain. Many citizens and businesses still prefer to keep banknotes for their daily transactions or to have...

Restaurants have a nervous eye on an upcoming deadline when steeper tariffs kick in
“We’ve seen huge increases in coffee and in teas, and we’re beginning to see some of those increases in food, as well as paper products coming on through as well,” he added. Clyde’s, which opened in the 1960s in Washington, has more than a dozen...
Restaurant review: A showy start gives way to a muddled menu
There’s a theatrical puff of smoke after the tuna sashimi lands – four coral slabs lined up in a wooden bowl (€12), flanked by a curl of carrot and a chunk of ginger. Mist billows across the table the second water hits the flask of dry ice. It is...

What is evaporated milk: How to make it and use it in delicious recipes
Milk is widely consumed in different cultures across the world — from lassi in India to café con leche in Spain, and from American milkshakes to Turkish ayran. Its versatility makes it a staple in kitchens globally. But one often-overlooked form...

Spain holiday hotspot panic as locals terrorised by 'rabbit-sized rats'
Brit holidaymakers' favourite Spanish hotspot, Majorca, is facing a rodent problem as rats the size of "rabbits" infest the streets, causing distress among locals. The island's capital, Palma, is experiencing water works in the Santa Catalina...

Why Spain's rural holiday lets are unlikely to be targeted by crackdown on Airbnb
If you're going to buy a property in Spain to rent out to tourists when you're not using it, there's growing evidence to suggest that Spanish authorities will focus their efforts on limiting tourist flats in cities while sparing holiday lets in...