IssuE 01 · 2010 LIFESTYLE · TRAVEL · GOLF · PROPERTY losarqueroslife welcome Welcome to Los Arqueros Life and thank you for taking We’re not just selling golf or property we are offering the time to browse our publication. you a way of life – Go Golf! Go Live Your Life. First I would like to thank everyone who has helped The property market is hugely competitive, particularly put this issue of the magazine together; Nick, David, in the current climate, however we have seen big Costas, Ruth, Philippa, Line, Susan and Paul. Without changes in recent months with clients no longer sitting you guys it would not have been possible. on the fence waiting for the market to bottom out. Confidence is building and sales of property on site I would also like to thank my good friend Alistair for have doubled from figures in the first half of last year. talking his sister into moving from Portugal to join Los Let’s hope 2010 is the start of things to come. Arqueros Estates, without this I would not have had the time to even consider publishing this magazine. Whether on holiday, golfing or searching for your dream home; relax with our magazine and enjoy your stay. Through Los Arqueros Life I hope to be able to provide you with some great articles about a variety of topics, Hope to see you soon in the clubhouse... show some stunning images and offer useful information on Los Arqueros, Benahavis, Andalucia and Spain. Ian Cooper Director & Founder of Los Arqueros Estates From the very first time I came to Los Arqueros I have always believed it to be a special place, close enough to the glamour of Puerto Banus and Marbella, but just far enough away. Los Arqueros can offer great facilities and stunning scenery in a great location with fantastic access to the coast and beyond. losarqueroslife 3 losarqueroslife contents 008 Lifestyle 036 Travel 070 Property 010 Fashion 038 Destinations 072 Architect 012 Jewellery 048 Sierra Nevada 074 Buying & Selling 014 International Chef 050 Hotel Amanhavis 080 Los Arqueros Estates 018 Dining Out 052 Monasteries 082 Rentals 022 Motor 083 Management 024 Kids in Spain 056 Golf 086 Property Guide 028 Ticket to Ride 104 Villas 030 Health & Beauty 058 Los Arqueros 064 European Tour 066 Golf Course Guide 4 losarqueroslife losarqueroslife contributors Susan Pedalino. Writer Susan has been living with her family in Spain for nearly five years with her 7 year old twin girls. She enjoys walking, films and travel especially around Spain. She loves reading, writing and pilates. The twins love stickers, the park, the beach and riding their bikes. Published by: Los Arqueros Estates S.L. Check out her website www.eyeonspain.com, it’s Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club growing fast and it’s full of valuable information about 29679 Benahavís, Spain life in Spain. Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com David Toms. Photographer David has built up a solid reputation as a leading Printed by: Jiménez Godoy S.A. professional in the years that he has been working in Ctra. de Alicante, Km.3. 30160 Murcia Marbella, so he is usually the photographer of choice Tel.: (+34) 968 851 650 with people looking for professional photography in the Costa del Sol area. His professionalism and experience, Designed by: www.Qreative.es together with his natural talent are what makes David so popular, while his organised but easygoing manner make him very pleasant to work with. www.davidtomsphotography.com 6 losarqueroslife losarqueroslife lifestyle From fashion and photography to local dining and international chefs, we present you with a mixture of local and world-wide features. 8 losarqueroslife lifestyle fashion Hermès A LESSON OF GOOD taste Paris, 1837, Degarre develops the photographic process. The first railway line is opened, connecting Paris and Saint Germaine in Laye, and the Industrial and transport revolution will start that same year. A 27 year-old German man arrives in Paris, full of hope and work expectations. He is a visionary with great commercial flair. Nine years later he opens his first saddlery and tack business, located in Rue Basse du Rempart, in the busy Madeleine district. His name is Thierry Hermès, founder of the Hermès Empire. In 1880, Hermès opens its famous shop in 24, Faubourg Saint Honoré. The area’s rich clientele are regular passers-by on their carriages, to the Champs Ellysses. Their business flourishes, creating optimal quality products in an ever increasing and competitive market of carriages and riding apparel. Changes in urbanism and the economy; progress, electricity, telephone... and the Hermès predecessors, with admirable foresight, had introduced a boutique with accessories. Five generations have led this remarkable House. The world is in constant change, but the philosophy and good taste of the Hermès house remains intact. A time to relax and enjoy the long summer days, and starry nights. Hermès adapts their classical accessories to suit a leisurely pace. Enjoy a walk, collect some flowers, and let the stress disappear in thin air... The best quality and tradition, for exceptional accessories. Natural textures, fine design and bright summer colours for comfortable and elegant fashion. 10 losarqueroslife losarqueroslife 11 lifestyle jewellery Mimo Silver BEAuTIFully HAND CRAFTED silver JEwellery MADE ONSITE at THE MIMO Silver wORK SHOP Spanish born designer and co-founder Mercedes grew jewellery in Spain. In 2006 they moved the business to a up and was educated in Harrow, England. She was larger location with an in house workshop. brought up in a traditional Spanish house hold and was always interested in art and fashion as a young child Her designs range from bold and modern to clean and spent most of her time drawing and sketching. and feminine and are always unique and eye catching. Fifteen years later, her family decided it was time to They are influenced by her previous work as a graphic immigrate back to their roots and moved the family to designer and are always made with passion. She uses the southern coast of Spain, were she is now based. semi precious stones like rose and smoky quartz, mother of pearl and Venetian glass beads. Mercedes After four years of studies in art and design in Malaga, designs in mind for those who enjoy interesting she worked as a graphic designer at various local jewellery and are seeking to be a little different, she magazines and publications for 10 years, before she designs timeless pieces that can be worn forever. met her husband, Greg and co-founder of Mimo Silver. You can purchase Mimo Silver jewellery from the They decided to get involved in the silver world after showroom and workshop where Mercedes can show an inspiring trip to Mexico in 2000 and worked with you the process of how the jewellery is made. Selected local artisans who helped them design beautiful silver Mimo Silver jewellery is currently available from their jewellery for their first shop in Puerto Banus, Spain. podium sites located in 5 star hotel gift shops and The idea behind Mimo Silver was to offer original silver boutiques along the southern coast of Spain. For online jewellery with beautiful packaging to match, at an orders, please visit www.mimosilver.com. affordable price. The word Mimo is a Spanish word that means an affection, a treat, a little bit of love. Mimo Silver S.L. Calle Las Medranas 30 A, After 2 years at Marina Banus shopping centre in Puerto San Perdro Alcantara, Marbella, Malaga Spain. Banus, it was time to take total control of the design and (Next to the BP gas station on the Ronda Road). fabrication. They traveled to Taxco, Mexico where they Open Monday - Friday 10-6 (we dont close for lunch) stayed for a month and Mercedes learned from the local Tel & Fax: 0034 952 27 59 26 artisans, and then studied in Cordoba, the capital of [email protected] · www.mimosilver.com 12 losarqueroslife losarqueroslife 13 lifestyle international chef PIERRE HERMé The Pastry King A pastry chef like no other, it is safe to say Pierre Hermé is the king of pastry – or as fashion magazine Vogue put it, “the Picasso of Pastry”. While most kids were playing conkers or fighting on Pierre Hermé started just as he meant to go on with the street, the 14-year old Pierre Hermé found himself his adventure of discovery following Gaston Lenôtre. working as an apprentice to Gaston Lenôtre. By the Experimentation and new discoveries eventually led age of 20, he had elevated to pastry chef status and him to earn both respect and esteem for his creativity began to investigate innovative methods for making and technical mastery. Tokyo is one of the funkiest, pastry, mastering an art form at intricate levels that trendiest and most fashionable places in the world, combined both creativity and technical skill. He is the ultimate chef provocateur – transforming his sweet treats into a fashion statement amongst the elite and flaunting his dare devil tarts across the world’s most famed catwalks… 14 losarqueroslife losarqueroslife 15 food & drink international chef with art spilling from the streets and a luxury culture like no other – so in 1996, he was perfectly right to cross over to the east-side with business partner, Charles Znaty to open their very first shop, Pierre Hermé Paris®. Returning to Paris, the pair launched their first Paris shop, Salon de Thé at 72 Rue Bonaparte, Saint Germain des Prés - a literal overnight success that became a magnet for pastry connoisseurs from across the world. A second Paris shop opened in 2004 at 185 rue de Vangirard, which also housed a training workshop, created in conjunction with Ecole Ferrandi.