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New Flavors in Málaga: Madrid’s ‘Relleno’ and the Rise of Young Chefs

February 26, 2026ByMaría Rojas
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Málaga’s gastronomic map continues to redraw itself, moving well beyond the traditional (though beloved) espetos and fried fish to incorporate sophisticated Italo-Mediterranean cuisine like Portofino. The city is currently experiencing a dual phenomenon: the arrival of successful, specialized concepts from Madrid, and the consolidation of a homegrown generation of chefs who are turning the local dining scene on its head.

María Rojas

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