Vélez-Málaga expects to earn more than 300,000 euros from the Torre del Mar Tapas Route

Torre del Mar has presented the XIV edition of the Tapas Route, which will take place from February 27 to March 22, 2026. The Vélez-Málaga City Council expects the economic impact of this edition to exceed 300,000 euros. A total of 28 establishments will participate, with an expected consumption close to 40,000 tapas.

Following this, the first deputy mayor of Torre del Mar, Jesús Pérez Atencia, has highlighted that this is "one of the most anticipated events of the year by both citizens and tourists". In this regard, he noted that this initiative reflects the dynamism of the local business fabric and the municipality's ability to project its gastronomic identity within the Axarquía and the province of Málaga.

For her part, the councilor for Industry and Commerce, Beatriz Gálvez, has emphasized the importance of the joint work between the administration and the business sector to boost the local economy. She emphasized that the Tapas Route acts as a real tool in the economic dynamization of the municipality, increasing activity in various hospitality businesses.

She also wanted to recognize the effort, creativity, and constant innovation of the participating hoteliers, who "raise the gastronomic level of the event with each edition". From the Association of Merchants and Entrepreneurs of Torre del Mar (ACET), its president, Javier Arcas, has highlighted the consolidation of the event as a gastronomic reference, not only for its impact on hospitality but also for its ability to stimulate trade and attract visitors.

List of awards for the Torre del Mar Tapas Route

Regarding this year's edition, the association's spokesperson, Juan Antonio Pérez, explained that 28 hospitality establishments will participate, with an expected consumption close to 40,000 tapas and an estimated economic impact exceeding 300,000 euros.

According to the municipality, 10,000 passports will be issued, which can be collected at the Tourist Office or participating establishments. With the passport, customers can enjoy a tapa with any drink for a price of four euros. Those who want to consume the tapa with special beer Victoria 10 will have to pay an additional 0.50 euros.

The voting system will allow customers to rate each tapa from 1 to 5, thus determining the winning establishment. Additionally, those who complete the passport or reach a minimum number of stamps can participate in prize draws, including 600 euros in ACET money and 28 tasting dinners for two people.