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Día de las Sopas Perotas

The Día de las Sopas Perotas is an annual gastronomic festival held in the mountain-top town of Álora, Malaga. The event celebrates a traditional local dish from the Guadalhorce valley, featuring free food distribution alongside a variety of cultural and entertainment activities.

Date
Oct 3, 2026
Location
Álora, Malaga
Status
Upcoming
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Día de las Sopas Perotas
Date
Oct 3, 2026
Location
Álora, Malaga
Food Festival Gastronomy Traditional Cuisine

Event summary

Highlights

  • Free distribution of approximately 7,000 soup portions
  • Traditional recipe featuring bread, potatoes, and seasonal vegetables
  • Cultural and entertainment activities throughout the town center
The festival's centerpiece is the Sopas Perotas, a hearty traditional dish made with bread, potatoes, peppers, asparagus, and tomatoes. During the event, the town prepares and distributes approximately 7,000 free portions of this classic soup to visitors. This tradition highlights the agricultural heritage of the region and the culinary customs of the local community.

In addition to the food tastings, the day includes a diverse program of cultural activities and entertainment designed for all ages. As one of the major autumn food festivals in the Malaga province, it draws large crowds to the town's streets to celebrate local specialities and mountain-top hospitality.

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Álora
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