With family living on different continents, time together is something I treasure. Add a lovely meal, a walk beside the water, and the Costa del Sol sunshine, and I have all the ingredients for a perfect afternoon.

On a recent visit, we lingered over lunch before taking a leisurely stroll along the marina in Puerto Banús. From there, we headed to the Dolce & Gabbana rooftop terrace café, where the team welcomed us warmly and settled us at a table with a beautiful view over the water.

The late-afternoon light danced across the Mediterranean, and the sun warmed my shoulders. After our long walk, all I wanted was an iced coffee. What arrived was a small work of art—beautifully presented and every bit as delicious as it looked.

We lingered on the terrace, sipping our coffees and taking in the view. For all the beauty around us, the greatest pleasure was simply being together.