Mijas will once again showcase its multiculturalism from the 18th to the 21st of June, as the town hosts the 3rd Gastro Latino Festival, bringing together a several Latin American countries. The event will take place in the Plaza Virgen de la Peña in Mijas Pueblo. This was announced on Thursday 4th by the councillor for Public Space, Melisa Ceballos (PP), and the event promoter, Rafael Urquiza, who explained that music will be one of the main highlights. Ceballos invited “all residents to come along and enjoy this great festival, featuring Latin cuisine and music. We want to bring the atmosphere of a massive Latin party to Mijas Pueblo”. 

Musical tributes

Tributes are planned for Marc Anthony, Carlos Vives, Juan Luis Guerra and La 440, Romeo Santos and international salsa groups. The artists have appeared on well-known television talent shows such as Tierra de Talento and The Voice. The festival will feature a food area where attendees can sample dishes from different countries at both food stalls and food trucks.

In addition, Urquiza revealed that the Latino of the Year award is set to be presented during the festival. ““The first hour will be dedicated to children’s entertainment and some rides for the little ones. It will be four days of bachata, salsa, merengue, vallenato and cuisine, filled with joy”, concluded Urquiza.

 

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