Arca de Noé

Las Alpujarras


The orderly rows of hanging hams and shelves laden with wine bottles, conserves and marinated goodies give the game away. This deli-eatery is the place to sample the celebrated local jamón, as well as a smorgasbord of regional delicacies: spicy sausages, goat's cheese and tomato salads.


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