Benarrabá offers a great plan this weekend with its 23rd Gastronomic Fair and extensive program in Málaga

Benarrabá is gearing up to celebrate its XXIII Gastronomic Fair, an event that has become a staple in the festive calendar of the Serranía de Ronda, attracting locals and visitors each year in search of a unique culinary experience. From February 28 to March 2, this town in Málaga will become the epicenter of flavor with a program full of activities where tradition, gastronomy, and music will take center stage. The Plaza de la Veracruz will be the central hub of the fair, featuring bars from the local area and numerous stands offering artisan products and local specialties. Among the star dishes, the tasting of the traditional meat salmorejo, considered one of the gastronomic gems of Benarrabá, as well as a Andalusian stew with pringá stand out.

The Gastronomic Fair is not only a showcase of flavor but also a meeting place with the culture and culinary tradition of the area. Throughout the weekend, there will be live cooking demonstrations, intergenerational workshops, and children's activities, as well as musical performances that will liven up the days.

One of the most anticipated moments will be the XI Contest for the best presentation and staging by Professional Ham Slicers, which will take place on Sunday and will gather some of the best slicers in the country. This event is one of the major attractions of the fair and enjoys excellent reception among the public every year. Additionally, the schedule includes a concert by the Provincial Youth Orchestra of Málaga, which will take place on Andalusia Day (February 28), adding a cultural component to the celebration, along with performances by groups like Charanga Fu_Remol and Grupo Antídotos. Workshops on tinwork and pastry making are also scheduled.

Full program of the XXIII Gastronomic Fair of Benarrabá

Friday, February 28

• 12:00 PM – Intergenerational live cooking: Andalusian stew with pringá.
• 1:00 PM – Opening ceremony by the authorities.
• 1:30 PM – Performance by the Provincial Youth Orchestra of Málaga at Plaza Veracruz.
• 3:00 PM – Tasting of the Andalusian stew with pringá.
• 3:30 PM – Junior Masterchef for children aged 6 to 11.
• Following: performance by the musical group Justito a tiempo

Saturday, March 1

• 12:30 PM – Intergenerational live cooking: meat salmorejo in the style of Benarrabá.
• 2:30 PM – Tasting of the meat salmorejo.
• Following: pastry workshop and showcooking
• 5:00 PM – Tinwork workshop and entertainment by Charanga Fu_Remol and Grupo Antídotos.

Sunday, March 2

• 11:00 AM – XI Contest for the best presentation and staging by Professional Ham Slicers.
• Afternoon enlivened by Grupo Antídotos.