Why Visit Málaga on Spain's Costa del Sol, Experiencing Flamenco at Alegría Málaga, Pablo Picasso's Birthplace and Cultural Heritage, Where to Stay in Málaga: The Grand Miramar Hotel, Rooftop Views, Sangria & Mediterranean Sunsets

The Paris House, Sunday Guides, Winter 2026

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Tangier Morocco The Kasbah
Yves Saint Laurent Boutique Hotel
Gibraltar
The Alhambra and Sacromonte Caves
Dolce and Gabanna’s Marbella
Melides Portugal
Lobster Omelet
A Fashionable Holiday
Christmas in the City
Beauty Shimmer Sparkle
Stylish Bridal Registry
The Caviar Dinner Book Club
A Fit and Fun Holiday Season

Paris House Flowers & Events
Paris House Book Review
The Art of Collecting
Paris House Boutique
Ask Gardener
Five Ways to Stay Fit Through the Holidays (Without Missing the Fun) by Tina Baker
Out and About
The Christmas Handbook 2005
Sponsors / Adveristers
Joie de Vivre
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Editor’s Letter

We wish to leave a paper trail of love letters documenting our adventures around the world, the kind people we meet along the way that we will never forget, the local food prepared with love, ancient architecture unfolding before our eyes, and sharing cultural moments of exploration and lifestyle. Sunday Guides magazine by Paris House is where we share these profound experiences. We work every single day on creating our magazines - whether we are in New Jersey, Maine, New York City or as far away as Africa!!!

In this issue we explore Tangier Morocco, Málaga, Granada, Marbella, The Alhambra, Melides Portugal and more including our Out And About With Paris House segment highlighting areas we think you may like to learn more about. Our Christmas section is as festive as one would expect from Paris House, a decadent New Year’s lobster omelet topped with an optional dollop of caviar and crème fraiche.

Fashion is on display in this issue, taking you everywhere in style in various looks perfectly curated by Paris House. When it comes to beauty, the holiday season is the best time to indulge in all the glam and glitter - from your manicure to shimmery eye makeup, we have a fabulous beauty edit in this issue!

We have launched a new fitness segment and this month's columnist is an expert on keeping us fit and healthy during the holidays without sacrificing the fun!

It means the world to us to work with and receive kind testimonials from our clients, sponsors, advertisers & international collaborations, we truly love you and love creating Sunday Guides.

Wishing you the merriest holiday season and a healthy New Year,

Michele Rosenthal
Founder, Editor In Chief

Contributors

Michele Rosenthal, Founder and Editor in Chief
Sonia Schnee, Executive Graphic Designer
Michael Taglione, Proofreading
Teddy Rosenthal, Proofreading
Tina Baker, Fit Pro, Health and Fitness Columnist
Lisa Gomez, CUSTOMPARFUMS, Beauty and Fragrance Columnist

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Málaga, Spain

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When the sun climbed above the Costa del Sol, the salty ocean air made us feel awake and ready for adventure. Málaga is renowned for its stunning beaches, lively nightlife, unique architecture, and as the birthplace of Pablo Picasso (Plaza de la Merced, n.d.). Flamenco shows bring even more energy to the city.

Alegria Flamenco Gastronomia, info@flamencomalaga.com Tel + 34 951 47 44 93, www.flamencomalaga.com

We experienced the soulfulness of flamenco by attending a live performance at Alegria, a renowned local venue in Málaga. Within the intimate setting, we sat close to the stage, watching performers dressed in gorgeous clothing. The dramatic style of the dancers’ footwork and handclapping, accompanied by soulful singing and complex guitar rhythms, captivated us throughout the evening. The show felt even more special because Málaga, in the center of Andalusia, is known as the birthplace of flamenco. We enjoyed their delicious house sangria.

Flamenco comes from the folk music traditions of southern Spain. The earliest known reference to flamenco music that can be found is in the 1774 book Las Cartas Marruecas (Bennahum, 2025).

Stay: The Grand Miramar

The Grand Miramar Málaga Hotel offers style, comfort, delicious cuisine, and excellent service. Relax at the rooftop bar with the most beautifully embellished and delicious sangria and local beer, while enjoying the sunset over the Mediterranean.