In this first audio episode of Drifting Notes, I take you with me on a jog along the coast of Fuengirola in Andalusia, where the scent of olive wood smoke signals more than just lunchtime, it signals a ritual.

We pause at the chiringuitos, those humble beach bars where fish is grilled on skewers over open flames shaped like boats. I reflect on the quiet artistry of the grillmasters, the rhythm of local life, and how it all feels so different from the barbecue culture I grew up with in Australia.

This is a postcard in sound, filled with light, smoke, and a gentle invitation to notice.

Mentioned → Espeto - the traditional Andalusian method of grilling sardines on olive wood fires and boat-shaped grills

What smells or scenes have stopped you mid-step while traveling?

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