Mijas to showcase its multicultural spirit from 18 to 21 June

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Plaza Virgen de la Peña is hosting the third Latin gastronomy festival, an event bringing together typical cuisine and music from around ten countries

Tony Bryant

Mijas will once again celebrate its multicultural character from 18 to 21 June, when it will host the third Latin gastronomy festival, an event bringing together representatives from around ten Latin American countries. The event will take place in Plaza Virgen de la Peña in Mijas Pueblo, where, along with the food festival, a series of musical performances will be held.

The festival will feature an area with stalls and food trucks where visitors can sample dishes from various countries, including Colombian arepas, typical Cuban sandwiches, Chilean tapas, Argentine grilled meats and many other specialities.

The initiative was announced by councillor Melisa Ceballos, and the event organiser, Rafael Urquiza, who explained that the ‘Latino of the year’ award will be presented during the festival. Urquiza said this year’s award will be given to a well-known restaurateur in recognition of “an extensive and distinguished career”.

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