Mallorca • Issue No. 2052 • 31 Oct - 6 Nov 2024
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An Xmas surprise EURO WEEKLY NEWS’ favourite columnist Leapy Lee, best known for his 1968 hit Little Arrows, is making a festive comeback this Christmas with a new single. At 85, Leapy Lee is as active as ever, performing cabaret shows four times a week at various hotels in Mallorca, where he has lived for over four decades. His upcoming holiday release will feature a fresh, seasonal take on Little Arrows, the song that sold 3.5 million copies and topped the charts in 18 countries. Although it reached number two in the UK, Little Arrows was famously held from the top spot by The Beatles’ Hey Jude. Leapy Lee’s hit earned him global fame, landing number one in South Africa, Canada, and Australia, and his other single Good Morning charted at 22 in the UK. Leapy’s career also in-
Leapy’s music continues to entertain fans.
cludes a historic first: he was the inaugural rock ‘n’ roll performer at London’s Palladium, where he shared the stage with legendary British entertainers like Harry Secombe, Hattie Jacques, and Eric Sykes in the 1958 show Large as Life. Now, as a proud father of six, Leapy’s music continues to entertain fans across generations. Already scheduled for numerous shows in 2025, he has joined forces with the Baleares International College choir to lend a festive tone to his latest release, promising to bring holiday cheer to listeners old and new. EWN spoke to Leapy Lee who told us: “We don’t often hear about records made specifically for children at Christmas anymore, and this is something I’ve always wanted to do.”
MALLORCAN chef Santi Taura has been honoured with the award for Best Traditional Cuisine of Spain and Portugal at the recent Condé Nast Traveler awards ceremony. The chef oversees the kitchen at U Vicenç, the gastronomic restaurant within the El Vicenç de la Mar hotel, located in the bay of Cala Molins, just seven kilometres from Pollença. “We are very, very proud to receive the award for Best Traditional Cuisine,” the chef confirmed.
This recognition of traditional Mallorcan cuisine comes from one of the leading travel and lifestyle publications internationally. The restaurant team accepted the award at a gala on Monday October 28 at Museo Chicote in Madrid. With this accolade,
Santi Taura highlights the culinary heritage of the Islands, continuing his tribute to traditional stews and recipes deeply connected to the land.
Image: Condé Nast Traveler
Gourmet glory
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Community heroes ON Saturday October 26, Alcudia celebrated its Local Police’s patron saint with a special ceremony honouring dedicated community members for their unwavering commitment and service. The event featured the presentation of the fourth Retirement Award Diplomas to retiring officers Peter Carmona Romero, Aurelio Navas, and Miguel Ferragut, recognising all of their years of hard work and dedication. Additionally, the fifth Plaque for Collaboration in Citizen Security was awarded to Maria Antonia Salord Capo, Fallou Bar, and Jaume Pascual Gelabert for their significant contributions to the town’s overall safety and security. The day emphasised gratitude and the importance of teamwork, community collaboration, and shared responsibility in ensuring Alcudia’s well-being and fostering a safer environment for everyone. Thank you to all for your remarkable commitment to our community!
Image: Policia Local d’Alcúdia / Facebook
Honouring dedicated community members.
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Santiago Martorell (Head Chef) and José Rodriguez (Restaurant Manager), El Vicenç, Mallorca.
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