--- title: "Malaga: traditional food that will warm you up this winter" description: Discover some hearty dishes from the province of Malaga that will warm you up this winter. image: https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20a.jpg --- [DE | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/de) [FR | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fr) [EN | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en) [ES | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) Blog:  [> Back to visitcostadelsol.com | ](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/) [![fondo_logo.png](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/fondo_logo.png?width=567&height=125&name=fondo_logo.png "fondo_logo.png")](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) - [Activities](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/adventure-activities) - [Culture](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/culture) - [Holidays](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/holidays) - [Gastronomy](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/gastronomy) - [Experiences](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/experiences) - [Golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) - [Professional](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/professional) # Malaga: traditional food that will warm you up this winter ![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20a.jpg)  Tags: [Family](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/family) There are very few things in life that bring as much joy as a good plate of food. And this is even more true when the dishes taste of the essence of a particular location. The province of Malaga is an excellent example of this. Combining ingredients from the Mediterranean with the traditions of the inland regions makes **the Costa del Sol an unparalleled destination for foodies or for anyone who enjoys their food. ** From the traditional *ajoblanco* to the popular *pescaíto frito*, the Costa del Sol serves up a diverse array of flavours that are perfect for both the hotter and colder months. Whether you fancy sweet or savoury, traditional or contemporary, **the** [traditional winter dishes from Malaga province](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/typical-malaga-cuisine/malaga-cabbage-p26781?_ga=2.221411102.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) will take you on an exploration of the Costa del Sol through your palate.   ## **1. Berza malagueña** Andalusian cookery is known for its fresh-tasting dishes, however in the winter months it also serves up **comforting bowls of food**. [Berza malagueña](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/typical-malaga-cuisine/malaga-cabbage-p26781?_ga=2.116741760.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069), a sort of stew, is one such dish, a hearty recipe from the [Guadalhorce valley](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/what-to-eat-in/valle-del-guadalhorce?_ga=2.120421902.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) that will give your body the energy it needs during the colder months.  Of all the traditional winter dishes from Malaga province, *berza* is without doubt one of the most popular.  The **chickpeas and beef shank add volume to the dish** while the **chard and other vegetables make it a balanced and filling choice**. ![Berza, traditional recipes from Malaga province](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20b.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20b.jpg)   ## **2. Huevos ‘a lo bestia’** If you need to get your strengths back, [huevos ‘a lo bestia’](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/typical-malaga-cuisine/hearty-eggs-huevos-a-lo-bestia-p22351?_ga=2.154997438.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) is what you’re looking for. Literally meaning ‘beasty eggs’, the name says it all. In the [local culinary tradition](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/what-to-eat-in/costa-del-sol?_ga=2.150110000.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069), recipes like huevos ‘a lo bestia’ reinforce the reputation the people of the Costa del Sol have for being humble and modest. **The dish comprises a fried egg, chorizo, tenderloin and *morcilla* (a sort of black pudding)** and can be traced back to the rustic heart of the area. If you like **you can add *migas*, breadcrumbs, to soak up the fat of the meat** or a slice or two of *pan cateto*, a bread baked in a wood oven. If you’ve always loved simple and hearty plates of food, this is the dish for you. It’s a popular choice in the [Guadalteba region](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/what-to-eat-in/guadalteba?_ga=2.121470606.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069), which is known for its sausages and cured meats. ![Huevos a los bestia, easy recipes from Malaga province](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20c.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20c.jpg)   ## **3. Arroz caldoso con bacalao** Even the most demanding palates will love digging into a warming dish of [arroz caldoso a base de bacalao](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/typical-malaga-cuisine/juicy-rice-stew-with-cod-p22361?_ga=2.119824014.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) (rice in broth with cod) in the winter months. If you want to look like a local, **don’t eat the broth**. While the previous two dishes are made from produce grown and raised on the land, this dish showcases the very best ingredients from the sea. ![Arroz caldoso con bacalao, recipes from Malaga province](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20d.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20d.jpg)   Arroz caldoso con bacalao has a firm place in the local culinary tradition and **you will find it up and down the Malaga coastline**. It is a must-try during your stay and we’re sure that you’ll absolutely love the dish’s taste, texture and quality ingredients.   ## **4. Migas cortijeras** No list of wintery dishes from Malaga province would be complete without [migas cortijeras](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/typical-malaga-cuisine/migas-p14111?_ga=2.186792622.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069). In the cuisine of the Costa del Sol, recipes like sardine skewers, [*pescaíto frito*](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/things-to-do/fried-fish-malaga-stylee-p24701?_ga=2.191648684.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) and *migas* are more than just a dish: they are a part of local identity. ![Migas cortijeras, recipes from Malaga province](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20e.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20e.jpg) Source: Blog Fuerte Hoteles    Migas (meaning ‘breadcrumbs’) is a firm favourite in the inland Costa del Sol. You can find the dish everywhere in [Sierra de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/areas-of-natural-beauty-and-natural-parks/sierras-de-tejeda-alhama-and-almijara-natural-park-p21181?_ga=2.225196828.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069), in and around [Axarquía](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/what-to-eat-in/axarquia?_ga=2.150616880.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069), the villages around [Desfiladero de los Gaitanes](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/areas-of-natural-beauty-and-natural-parks/desfiladero-de-los-gaitanes-natural-area-and-caminito-del-rey-p21411?_ga=2.150616880.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) as well as in [Nerja](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/nerja-p9911?_ga=2.188379694.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) **and** [Ronda](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/white-inland-villages/ronda-p9991?_ga=2.188379694.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069). This **versatile and tasty dish is at the top of any list of the easiest recipes from Malaga province.**   ## **5. Borrachuelos** If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you simply have to try classic [borrachuelos](https://www.visitacostadelsol.com/gastronomia/cocina-tipica-malaguena/borrachuelos-p91311). A **traditional Christmas recipe**, these little fried parcels are extremely easy to make and just as tasty. They are often found during family get-togethers at Christmas and are a **perfect treat in winter**, though they are not eaten hot. ![Borrachuelos, recipes from Malaga ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20f.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogpost%20158%20f.jpg)   **Made with flour, wine and anise,** this sweet treat is easy to make but it does take a couple of hours. **Borrachuelos** are unique because they are fried in anise and then served with a squeeze of fresh orange juice. Fancy trying them? One of the defining features of the Costa del Sol is its rich culinary tradition. Local dishes will immerse you in a world of flavours that **fuse Arab culture with Mediterranean cuisine**. If you haven’t visited the [Costa del Sol](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/?_ga=2.144856754.761774355.1607498916-1250249413.1599472069) yet, then why not make your next destination a foodie one? 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