Marbella
After recovering from an alcohol induced illness, I finally made it out in Marbella - the actually city. Marbella did not disappoint. It has a beautiful beach (no rocks) and plenty of resturants overlooking the ocean.
The old town of Marbella is the most stunning. It has remanants of the old city walls, and like many of the old town, narrow cobble stoned streets. The area made me feel more at home as there was no overwhelming atmosphere of tourists. The staff at the bars were not british and they did not speak english. The restaurant area was full of local people. This was more like it!
We found some great bars and restaurants. And ended up coming back to Marbella a number of times before we left.
As is always the case, when the bars close, there is a nightclub not to far away to continue dancing. We ended up in one that was playing 70's spanish disco music. It was so authentic, the DJ looked like he was probably the same era - spinning those songs back in the 70s. Regardless the bar was full of locals. It was funny because my two mates and I are all over 6 foot tall, so we towered over the crowd. At around 3 am it was time to send the geriatric DJ packing and younger more funky DJ moved in to play some more modern tunes. It was a great place and we didn't leave there till quite late.
Marbella, is where we will probably hang out at more regularly. It was just a very local but very funky place with plenty of variety.
The scene: spainsh decor, 4 post bed to lay on and relax to have a drink, or try one of the many plush couches. Move outside to the dining area. Centre stage a cupid statue surrounded by candles. In the corner, large and tall catherdral style sheets give some privacy. The back drop century old walls and plenty of greenery give a natural character to the setting. Lighting by candle light only. Looking down on the diners, but unnoticed, is the roof lounge area.
The food was exceptionally good. The services was excellent. Wines ranged from EUR5 to EUR500+ per bottle. Best suited for first dates, anniversaries or fine lovers of food. Not many tourist to be found, nice!
1 red tuna steak, 1 lamb rack, 1 bottle of wine (EUR45), 1 cheese plate (with 6 different cheeses and enough for 4 people to share), 2 ports, 1 water = EUR130. That's a bargain in my mind.
We didn't see it, but Tuesday and Thursday nights is a Flamenco demonstration.
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