5 Dishes That Define Málaga’s Gastronomic Explosion

For decades, Málaga’s culinary reputation was inextricably linked to the chiringuito: plastic chairs, sand between your toes, and skewers of sardines (espetos) roasted over an open fire. While the espeto remains a sacred institution, the city has undergone a quiet but radical transformation, a shift clearly visible as Málaga’s top chefs take the stage at Madrid Fusión and new culinary hotspots emerge.