April 17 to 19 In Terra gastro festival in the centre of Lorca

Food, festivities, wine and music in the Plaza de España in Lorca

The “In Terra” gastronomic festival which was to be held in Lorca between 6^th and 8^th March but was postponed due to adverse weather conditions is instead taking place between 17^th and 19^th April, bringing a varied range of events to the Plaza de España as well as open-air bars and restaurants to sample the typical fare of the Region of Murcia.

The produce on offer is not only regional, though, and the establishments taking part include Kodai (sushi), internationally acclaimed Lorca cheesemakers Roano and La Zarcillera, Makro (seafood, octopus and oysters) as well as Argentinian specialities and cheesecaakes.

Plenty of wine is going to be available too, with the presence of Bodegas San Isidro, Ego Bodegas, Juana la Loca and Bodegas de Nariz: tastings are being held on Friday 17^th at 20.00, on Saturday 18^th at 12.00 and 20.00 and on Sunday 19^th at 12.00. Reservations for these tastings can be pre-booked online here at a price of 17.50 euros.

Other highlights in the programme include the following:

Friday April 17

19.00: A guided tour of the historical heritage of Lorca, combining visits to important buildings and wine tasting. Reservations 17 euros online here.

22.00: DJ music.

Saturday April 18

12.00: A painting workshop, again with wine provided. Reservations 27.50 euros online here.

17.00: DJ music with Javier Santa Cruz.

22.00: Music from Los Caimanes.

Sunday April 19

11.00: Professional artists display their creative talents in the Plaza de España.

For more local events, news and visiting information contact the tourist office at the Palacio de Guevara (telephone 968 441914) or go to the home page of Lorca Today.