Journal
Story, produce, season and place. What we cook and why.
20 May 2026
On Saturday 30 May 2026, Vejer celebrates its 11th Candlelight Night: around 18,000 candles light up the old town, which you walk through as a magical one-way circuit, with a candlelit concert in the Plaza de España. Here's what it is, how it works and our tips for enjoying it stress-free
Read article24 April 2026
The real story of Vejer de la Frontera's most photographed corner: why it was built, how to find it, the best time to photograph it, and everything worth knowing. Told by someone who works under it.
Read article23 April 2026
Where to park in Vejer, how to avoid the pedestrian old town, and how much time you need to reach a restaurant in the historic centre on time — especially in high season.
Read article23 April 2026
What to eat, where, and when. An honest guide by a Vejer-based restaurateur with the real options in the old town: bluefin tuna, retinto beef, tapas, Moorish cuisine, grilled meat, and practical tips.
Read article18 April 2026
From April to June, the traditional almadraba nets off the Cádiz coast catch wild bluefin tuna at its migratory peak. Here's when, why and where to taste it in Vejer de la Frontera.
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