On the 21st of July, we celebrate a very special and iconic day in Spain: International Gazpacho Day! Have you already heard of this delicious, traditional Andalusian dish? It quite literally tastes like the antidote to the summer heat: refreshing, hydrating, and light! Made from fresh vegetables and delicious olive oil from the south of Spain, it’s the ideal summer dish. No wonder it’s so popular and celebrated worldwide.
What is gazpacho?
Have you heard of gazpacho before? If not, let me tell you what all the hype is about! It’s a delicious cold soup made from raw vegetables. The recipe differs slightly from region to region, but it normally contains tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, bread, olive oil, and garlic. You can already imagine why it’s such a perfect summer dish. It’s light, it’s filling, and, most importantly, it’s delicious! Will you try making it at home?
Fun fact: Many people outside of Spain think gazpacho is always eaten with a spoon. However, in Andalusia, it’s just as common to drink it from a glass. On hot summer days, it’s the ideal drink and meal combined into one to keep you going throughout the day. Curious about the history of the dish? Read more here.
Making your own gazpacho
The best way to make your own gazpacho is with fresh produce. By now, you might have heard that it’s not so difficult to find fresh produce in the south of Spain, especially in the countryside. But let me tell you, it tastes even better when you can pick the produce from your own garden! Lucky for you, there are some spectacular properties currently on the market with beautifully landscaped gardens and plenty of potential.
Country Property with Stunning Sea Views
Ever dreamt of a fairytale garden? Well, no need to dream any longer. This country property in Casares already has fruit trees in the garden, and there is plenty of space to create your own vegetable garden.
Gorgeous Country Home with Vineyard
You might want to take it a step further. You love being outdoors and having a vegetable garden is simply not enough. This country home in Ronda has 25.000 squared meters of land. It offers plenty of space to have your freshly grown fruits and vegetables AND a vineyard.
Stunning Finca on Hilltop with Sea Views
This finca in Estepona is not only beautifully located on top of a hill, but it also offers many possibilities thanks to its land. The current owners cleverly set up a fruit and vegetable garden to enjoy fresh produce on a daily basis. The best part is that it’s already fully established right next to the kitchen! Talk about an efficient way to enjoy homegrown produce.
Country Property with Guesthouse and Sea Views
This country property in Casares has the best of both worlds. It has partly flat land and partly sloping forest land. The flat land is ideal for creating a fruit and vegetable garden. You’ll have all the necessary ingredients for International Gazpacho Day! It even has a chicken pen. The sloping woodland is perfect for wandering around your own property and enjoying nature at its purest. You could even hang a hammock between the trees and create your own private retreat.
One of the beauties of living an outdoor lifestyle in the south of Spain is that you have so many possibilities to grow fresh produce. This Cortijo in Prado del Rey already has an olive grove providing around 1500 litres of your own extra virgin olive oil. With a cortijo like this one you really don’t need to buy any ingredients for your homemade gazpacho.
Authentic Finca with Large Plot of Land
If you like the idea of having a hobby farm and living on a small-scale renovated finca, this property has it all. There are already fruit trees on the property, as well as a vegetable garden with raised pots. From the kitchen, you can walk straight into the garden, where you’ll feel like you’re in your own private sanctuary.
Will you celebrate the next International Gazpacho Day from your own country property in Andalusia? Let us know if we can help you in your search for your next dream home. Give us a call at +34 608 577 696 or, send an email to [email protected]. For more comfort, leave us your contact details below and we will give you a call as soon as we have received your enquiry. Looking forward to meeting you!
Michelle Ernstsen | 20th July 2026
