Mallorca, itineraries and cuisine
Gastronomic routes December 2008 Desembre de 2008 © Consell de Mallorca © Consell de Mallorca Edited: Consell de Mallorca Coordination:Edita: Consell Isidrede Mallorca Vila Gastronomia Design:Coordinació: Bisgràfic Isidre Vila Gastronomia Photographer:Disseny: Bisgràfic Tolo Balaguer Printing:Impressió: Impremta XXXXXXX Sellarès LegalDipòsit deposit: legal: B B XXXX-XX XXXX-XX Mallorca’s gastronomic assets placed within the reach of anyone who wants to discover the island from its fields, its wine cellars, its shop counters and its kitchens.
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4 CONCEPTS TO 3 ELEMENTS WHICH PROVIDE THE OUTSTANDING COMPLETE EACH ROUTE COMMON THEME OF THE 10 ROUTES VALUE
Territory, product and cuisine The island’s heritage and gastro- Action The Tramuntana Sierra nomic culture: quality products, Gastronomic activities The pla markets, country estates and The north traditions. The Wine Route Establishment The Olive Oil Route Where to buy the island’s products The Sweet Route MY Traditional ROUTE Avant-garde At the table Tapas Information and contact details Selection of restaurants The sea route to complete every itinerary or to create your own routes based on other gastronomic activities. Where to sleep Accommodation with charm Port Maps de Pollença Port RouteRuta 10 10 d’Alcúdia Pollença
RouteRuta 33
Port de Sóller Escorca Cala Rajada
Sóller RouteRuta 22 Deià Lloseta RouteRuta 11 Sineu Valldemossa Binissalem
RouteRuta 55 Petra Esporles RouteRuta 44 Manacor Es Verger Sta. Eugènia Porto Cristo
Puigpunyent Algaida RouteRuta 99 Porreres RouteRuta 7 7
Calvià Palma RouteRuta 66 Port de Palma Felanitx RouteRuta 88 Portocolom THE ROUTES Portals Llucmajor Port Nous d’Andratx Campos Different gastronomic routes based Portopetro on the individual features of each small region. Each of the proposed routes is designed to be a guideline that inspires you to plan your own Colònia de St. Jordi route by joining routes together, extending them and creating new ones. A common thread, therefore, with suggestions to help you go on a gradual voyage of discovery and to savour all the nuances you can uncover along the way. Sóller
Deià 1~ Valldemossa tramuntana route
An opportunity to discover one of the most representative Duration Scenic routes and walking excursions that This ice cream factory represents a true A building declared a Cultural Asset be- 1-2 days take you through the
Establiments d´or Vall de tarongers Olive oil tourism and The Establiment d’or (gold Retailers, producers and res- agricultural routes Establishment) mark is the seal taurateurs from the towns of The area of Sóller and the 1~ awarded to those retail establish- Sóller and Fornalutx have joined Tramuntana Sierra is included in ments that offer agricultural food together under the brand of
MIC 12/13 2~ Lloseta Sineu pla Petra route
This route proposes a trip through inland Mallorca (or the Duration Sa Teulera is a family farm dedicated to or- Located in an 18th-century house, the A small inland hotel for those who want 1-2 days ganic agricultural production. It produces Celler de Can Carrossa prepares Mallor- to spend their holidays relaxing and en- Pla), during which you will wind your way along narrow, Route distance vegetables, cereals, meat, fruit and grapes. can cuisine based on recipes found in old riching their cultural side. curving roads of exceptional beauty, into the heart of the land 34 km One of the highlights is the cheese made books and passed down by word of mouth. This establishment organises wine tast- of vineyards, almond and olive trees. If you are lucky, you Area from raw milk and its home-baked bread. The result is a unique cuisine, full of ings, visits to wineries and tasting menus. El pla Products on sale and free guided tours for flavours and aromas. The restaurant offers a wide range of may even see some black pigs grazing in the wild. Towns groups of up to 25 people. local and international dishes, as well as Lloseta Celler Can Carrossa market cuisine. This is a route with an important traditional element. You will Sineu Sa Teulera Lloseta In Sineu, we recommend visiting the Petra Petra Carrer Nou, 28 Wednesday market. discover mills and visit buildings with history, such as the island’s Other related routes Ctra. Petra a Manacor, km 4 Tel. (+34) 971 514 023 typical country estates, known locally as possessions, many of R4 Tel. (+34) 971 183 474 GPS: N39º43’10’’ E 2º52’06’’ Hotel Son Cleda which have been converted into tourist accommodation. GPS: N39º36’00’’ E3º07’40’’ Sineu Plaça del Fossar, 7 Tel. +(34) 971 521 038 This lineal itinerary can be combined with other routes and, www.hotelsoncleda.com in particular, with different gastronomic offers related to wine; GPS: N39º38’38’’ E3º00’41’’ why not take advantage of finding yourself in the territory of the main wine denominations? Don’t miss the small bakeries in the towns –they bake delicious pastries of Arab origin.
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The possessions Gastronomic routes Quely These are Mallorca’s great country The tourism section of this website If you are passing through Inca, estates. Their previous owners, provides information on establish- don’t miss the opportunity to visit 2~ the Lords of the manor, formed ments grouped around the different the biscuit factory in Quely. part of the island’s landed gentry. regions. www.quely.es www.conselldemallorca.cat These country estates were a complete productive microsystem Other agricultural routes in the area based on self-sufficiency, where and also classified by product: wheat, oil and other basic necessi- www.illesbalearsqualitat.cat ties were produced. The estate usually consisted of Accommodation with charm various buildings, often organised To discover enchanting accommo- around a central patio where the dation on the island the following owner’s rooms, chapel, wine cellar, websites will be of assistance: oil press, flour mills and stables www.reisdemallorca.com would have been found. www.agroturismo-balear.com www.possessionsdemallorca.com These estates evolved and be- came fortifications or rural palaces, Windmills are a testimony to the agricul- Charming and genuinely Mallorcan winery. some in Baroque and Modernist tural character of Petra. The building, dating from 1868, is half style. Recently, there has been Today 12 of these flour producing installa- underground and boasts some of the an important trend for convert- tions from the 18th century still survive. In island’s pioneering facilities. The winery ing these estates into hotels or some cases they have been transformed produces award-winning and nationally agritourism establishments. into homes. recognised wines which are included in the An example of architecture related to the Pla i Llevant denomination of origin. The region’s produce. winery is open to the public from Monday to Friday during July and August. Molins de Petra Petra Celler Miquel Oliver Carrer de la Font, 1 Petra Tel. (+34) 971 830 000 Carrer de la Font, 26 www.ajpetra.net Tel. (+34) 971 561 117 GPS: N39º37’02’’ E3º06’46’’ www.miqueloliver.com GPS: N39º37’02’’ E3º06’45’’
MIC 16/17 Pollença 3~ Escorca north route
This itinerary, focused on the north coast, is lined with sea Duration The Vinyes Mortitx project is a recent crea- Stay restaurant, recently renovated in This historical butcher’s shop in Pollença 1 day tion that resulted from an idea thought up a modern and Mediterranean style and forms part of a network of retailers selling and mountain landscapes. The beaches at Alcúdia, the Sant Route distance by a group of wine enthusiasts. The initia- with a privileged location facing the the island’s products, known as Establi- Vicenç Cove in Pollença and the Albufera Natural Park are 39 km tive also contributes to energising the rural sea, provides one of the most beautiful ments d’or. some of the most privileged spots on the Mallorcan coast. Area environment, as it promotes the agricul- snapshots of the north of the island. Stay Specialising in meats and charcuterie, the El nord ture, economy and culture of the territory. offers a wide gastronomic selection, with shop completes its offer with a delicates- Towns At its location, in the wild Tramuntana some specialities from among which the sen selection and a wine cellar. Some of the highlights of its fish and shellfish cuisine are Escorca Sierra, the company has planted the very different fresh fish dishes really stand out. Traditional sobrassada and botifarró sau- the red mullet, scorpion fish, sea bass and the popular fish Pollença finest varieties of grapes, which enables it sages and pâtés are made on the premises. Port de Pollença to produce truly singular wines. Stay Restaurant rice –and not forgetting the stewed lobster casserole. Other related routes There are organised tours of the vineyards Pollença Ensenyat Alimentació R10 and wineries. Port de Pollença Pollença The towns of Alcúdia and Pollença offer different tourist Furthermore, it is possible to purchase the Tel. (+34) 971 864 013 Carrer d’Alcúdia, 5 products directly. www.stayrestaurant.com Tel. (+34) 971 533 618 activities connected with gastronomy and regional produce. GPS: N39º54’25’’ E3º04’55’’ www.ensenyat.com Vinyes Mortitx GPS: N39º52’34’’ E3º01’01’’ Escorca Ctra. Pollença a Lluc, km 10,9 Tel. (+34) 971 182 339 www.vinyesmortitx.com GPS: N39º52’11’’ E2º55’40’’
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Island cuisine Tourist activities Other routes Mallorca boasts native raw materi- For information on other tourist ac- All over Mallorca there are other als of the highest quality with an tivities in this area, please consult routes based on different themes 3~ extraordinary flavour that gives its the websites of the town councils which can be designed. cuisine its character and value. in Pollença, Alcúdia and Albufera. www.pollensa.com Train Route It would not be exaggerating to www.alcudia.net In Sóller, and also in Palma, Inca say that Mallorca’s cuisine is one www.mallorcaweb.net/salbufera and Manacor. of the most spectacular in the Mediterranean. Talaiot Route Its country cooking, with its simple The talaiot culture of Bronze Age dishes, or its fisherman’s cuisine, megaliths has left its enigmatic with recipes often passed down legacy on the island. Various from one generation to the next, itineraries recommend points of give the island’s dishes their interest all over Mallorca. identity. Sanctuaries, Hermitages and Mallorcan cooking is not only a Castles Route cuisine rooted in the land and its products, it also has a cultural Natural Protected Spaces Route This hotel is a member of the Balearic This winery is open to visitors and organises element tied in with the island’s agritourism network. It was one of the first guided wine tastings. history. Details of all of these natural itinera- in Mallorca to have its own spa. The Romans were the first to cultivate Everyday cooking is basic and ries can be found at: The hotel’s restaurant is presented as the vines on the land that nowadays forms simple, typically Mediterranean, www.infomallorca.net reawakening of Mallorcan cuisine. Close part of the Ca’n Vidalet estate. but full of imagination with crea- to the oil mill there is a second space for The cellar produces fresh and fruity tions as fabulous as tombet or as relaxing in and enjoying a cocktail. wines, with different aromas, made using simple as bread with olive oil. The hotel organises themed cuisine eve- Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. nings and wine tastings. Festival cuisine and cooking in Ca’n Vidalet wealthy homes is rich and refined Son Brull Hotel & Spa Pollença and not found in many other Pollença Ctra. d’Alcúdia a Pollença, km 4,85 places in the Mediterranean. It Ctra. Palma a Pollença, km 49,8 Tel. (+34) 971 531 719 is a cuisine with added histori- Tel. (+34) 971 535 353 www.canvidalet.com cal value which, often, includes www.sonbrull.com GPS: N39º52’44’’ E3º01’08’’ roasts, stews and stuffed dishes GPS: N39º51’48’’ E3º01’28’’ –uniquely exquisite and with a Baroque sumptuousness.
MIC 20/21 4~ Binissalem Sta. Eugènia wine Algaida route
In terms of gastronomic tourism, wine producers have led Duration Three generations of wine-makers have This old mill has been converted into a Can Majoral is a family-run winery, con- 1-2 days worked to achieve the recognition of the restaurant. The establishment is small cerned with developing indigenous varie- the way. The recognition of certain quality brands identi- Route distance prestige and quality of José L. Ferrer wines. and cosy, especially the patio. Mallorcan ties of grapes and adapting foreign ones. fied with Mallorca has enabled some very attractive tourist 32 km A commitment to quality and innovation cuisine is the house speciality. The vineyards are located in Algaida, a activities to be organised around this theme. Area without losing touch with its roots and town with a long wine-producing tradi- El pla traditions. Es molí de Pina tion which preserves its ancestral farming Towns A visit to this winery can be complement- Pina culture. Wines produced here come under The possibility of visiting a vineyard and learning about the Binissalem ed by wine tastings and the purchase of Carrer Sant Plàcid, 3 the Pla i Llevant de Mallorca denomination production cycle, with all its variations, to take a look inside Algaida its products. Tel. (+34) 971 125 303 of origin. Production of organic wines. Sta. Eugènia In the town of Binissalem, listed as a GPS: N39º36’02’’ E 02º55’39’’ The Can Majoral winery is distinctive, with a winery, participate in a wine tasting and finally to take the Other related routes national heritage complex of historical an old-fashioned air that co-exists with product home with you, all represent an interesting attrac- R2 and artistic buildings, you will find old modern technology. tion for visitors. These estates also allow visitors to enjoy country estates and large farms –heirs to Wine tastings are organised here to comple- the island’s agricultural activity. ment retail sales. restaurants among the vines, as well as accommodation cre- The design of the wine labels is particularly ated from old converted wineries. Bodegas José L. Ferrer attractive and is the work of Mallorcan artists. Binissalem Carrer de Conquistador, 103 Can Majoral This route is laid out around the pla area, although itinera- Tel. (+34) 971 511 050 Algaida ries focused on wine can be organised over a large part of www.vinosferrer.com Carrer del Campanar, s/n the island. GPS: 39º41’00’’ E2º50’36’’ Tel. (+34) 971 665 867 www.canmajoral.com GPS: N39º33’27’’ E2º53’20’’ MIC 22/23 OUTSTANDING VALUE MY ROUTE
Quality products D.O. Routes Fairs and festivals The characteristics a product The D.O. regulatory boards pro- Wine Fair acquires from the geographical pose vineyard routes connected Pollença (April) 4~ location it is produced in enables with the products carrying the www.ajpollenca.net us to differentiate it and market it D.O. seal and the corresponding in a specific way. To be precise, producers and retailers Wine Fair thanks to the denominations of www.binissalemdo.com Binissalem (September) origin and their regulating bodies it www.plaillevantmallorca.es is possible to define quality norms Consell Wine Fair that are demanded of all the Other references to agricultural wine Consell (October) participating producers. routes have a specific connection www.ajconsell.net with the different denominations. In Mallorca you will find the well- www.illesbalearsqualitat.cat Nouveau Wine Festival known Oli de Mallorca Protected Santa Maria del Camí (November) Denomination of Origin. The de- Various private companies also www.ajsantamariadelcami.org nominations of origin of the wines offer excursions and tourist activities of Binissalem and Pla i Llevant related to wine. complement Mallorca’s wine po- www.mallorcaexperiences.com tential with their
MIC 24/25 Sóller 5~ Deià olive oil Es Verger route
If you want to do a complete gastronomic route in Mallorca Duration To appreciate the value of Mallorcan olive In Es Racó des Teix, at the foot of the After lunch, don’t miss a visit to an oil 1-2 days oil, there is no better way than to stroll mountain of the same name, you will en- mill. These companies that produce the focused on one single product, the ideal option is the Olive Route distance through its olive groves. This suggestion joy one of the island’s great gastronomic famous Oli de Mallorca are open to the Oil Route. 43 km is a walking route that begins halfway moments. public from November to January, and Area along the road between Sóller and Deià, The chef, Josef Sauerschell, awarded a offer the possibility of enjoying a visit to in the Cas Avinyons estate. Michelin star, prepares modern dishes familiarise yourself with the process of Based around olive trees, oil presses, mills and, of course, Towns The star attraction of the route is the based on Mediterranean cuisine. elaboration of Mallorcan oil. Mallorcan olive oil you will find activities, restaurants, hotels Es Verger
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The mills Olive trees and groves Handicraft displays In Mallorca, country life has tradition- Olivera de Cort Olive wood provides the material ally revolved around the mills. These (Palma) for the production of handcrafted 5~ constructions, which have passed Sa Madona del Barranc decorative items, kitchen utensils from their economic importance of (Sóller) and furniture. In Consell you will the past to become one of the is- Na Flamarades find some of the master crafts- land’s most unique heritage assets, (Pollença) men and women with the longest provide gastronomic tourism with its experience of working with this identity. Oil mills product: Artesania Bernat Fiol. Olis Sóller www.artesaniadelolivo.com There are three types of mill: (Sóller) Watermills, which are powered Josep Campins Reynés mainly by underground water, fall (Mancor de la Vall) into two types: mills which move a Oli Solivellas horizontal wheel or a vertical wheel. (Alcúdia) These mills were particularly used in Aubocassa flour production. (Manacor)
Windmills have been used to grind Olive oil walking routes corn and also to extract water. The The Muleta path The Muleta estate is located in the middle Muleta de Ca s’Hereu oldest windmills have been docu- (Sóller) of the mountains in the region of Sóller, Port de Sóller mented since the period after the The Biniaraix ravine from where you can enjoy a wonderful Carrer del camp de sa Mar, s/n Reconquista in the Middle Ages, (Biniaraix) view of the port. Tel. 971 186 018 while the others have been used The Garrover spring path This old country estate, now converted www.muletadecashereu.com more recently. (Mancor de la Vall) into an agritourism establishment and GPS: N39º47’12’’ E2º41’18’’ The Coma- Sema olive grove which still preserves its original oil press, Horse mills are powered by (Orient) is located in an agricultural setting dedi- animals. Despite having an inferior cated to olive picking and oil production. performance to the other types of An extraordinary place to relax in, on a mill, their versatility made them a route in which olive oil is the star. widely used installation. They are The estate also offers a restaurant service. used mainly in flour production and there are also some which are used to produce oil.
An organisation of mill enthusiasts, together with the government, is working hard to recuperate and promote this ethnological heritage. www.conselldemallorca.net/ mediambient/molins
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Palma sweet Llucmajor route
This proposal will lead you to some of the island’s best Duration The F. Vidal Catany distillery is a family An old farmhouse from the period of El Forn de la Glòria is a family business 1-2 days business dedicated to producing typical Moorish occupation, originally dedicated specialised in baking Mallorcan ensaï- known products, such as genuine Mallorcan ensaïmada Route distance Balearic liqueurs since 1951. Follow- to the production of vines, olives and mada pastries. This bakery dates back to pastries. 65 km ing the authentic Mallorcan tradition of cereals. before the time of the Catalan conquest of Area creating these liqueurs, it offers a great Old saddlebags, mountings and tools hang Mallorca in the 13th century. variety of products, among which the from the walls of the current restaurant Here you can purchase the various speciali- The tradition of herb liqueurs and the emblematic bakeries Towns herb liqueurs really stand out. bearing witness to the productive agricul- ties and the bakery also offers free guided are some of the treasures that can also be discovered along Llucmajor A guided tour of the installations will allow tural past of this estate. tours. this route. Puigpunyent you to see the whole liqueur elaboration The culinary style is modern with an in- The herb and traditional palo liqueurs, and Palma process as well as providing you with the ternational dimension. Specialities include the savoury Arab pastries are products Other related routes opportunity to purchase the products. Mallorcan cuisine, fish and seasonal game. which are well worth including on your The itinerary crosses the area surrounding Palma and could R8, R9, R10 shopping list as you travel around Palma. be the final complement to other routes detailed in this Destil·leries F.Vidal Catany Restaurant Finca Son Gual Llucmajor Puigpunyent Forn de la Glòria guide. Carrer de Sant Francesc, s/n Ctra. de Puigpunyent, km 6 Palma Tel. +(34) 971 660 178 Tel. +(34) 971 790 205 Carrer del Forn de la Glòria, 7 www.herbesvidal.com www.fincasongual.com Tel. +(34) 971 713 317 GPS: N39º29’24’’ E2º53’49’’ GPS: N39º33’54’’ E2º53’52’’ GPS: N39º34’10’’ E2º38’47’’
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From handicrafts to the table Quality denominations Handicrafts The handicrafts tradition on the With information about the island’s Mallorca’s different towns often island has a lot to do with the different quality denominations and provide information about various 6~ agricultural and culinary use of their regulatory boards, you can find handicrafts activities in their tourism different articles and utensils. out more about the characteristics, promotions. the production processes and Pottery and clay, blown glass, some of the retail establishments for The website of the Consell de bladesmith work and basket-ware each product. Mallorca has a special handicrafts handicrafts have all historically section which provides an index come from work in Mallorcan Guarantee seal of Mallorcan including much of the island’s fields, wineries and at its tables. almonds handicrafts. www.illesbalearsqualitat.cat www.infomallorca.net Furthermore, the craftsmen and women who create leather and Quality honey Museums footwear, traditional Mallorcan www.illesbalearsqualitat.cat Marratxí Pottery Museum roba de llengües fabric and em- www.marratxi.es/museu broidery complete a tradition that Guarantee seal of Mallorcan you can still discover in our routes almonds Gordiola Glass Museum across the island. www.illesbalearsqualitat.cat www.gordiola.com
This rural hotel, situated amid pastures Posada des Molí Museums, shops and the work- ESMEL guarantee seal and surrounded by mills, will transport Palma de Mallorca shops of master craftsmen and Quality honey you to the Mallorca of customs and tradi- Camí de Son Fangos - Es Pilarí women are a good example of www.esmel.com tions. The buildings of Posada des Molí Tel. 971 260 593 this economic, traditional and very date back to 1897 and they still maintain www.posadadesmoli.com representative activity in Mallorca. PGI Mallorcan ensaïmada a rustic yet refined character, with a mix GPS: N39º31’55’’ E 2º46’27’’ www.ensaimadademallorca.com of Mallorcan and Provençal styles. An outstanding feature of both the break- fasts and the set-menu and à la carte din- ners are the homemade dishes prepared using ingredients grown on-site.
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Porreres Felanitx traditional Campos cuisine
Mallorca’s gastronomic heritage of using locally produced Duration Situated just a few kilometres from Mana- A family restaurant located in the mythi- One of the oldest cheese-makers in the 1-2 days cor, the Son Sureda Ric winery is a return cal village of Cas Concos. Son Terrassa Balearics. and high quality products is reflected in its culinary offer. Route distance to the Middle Ages. presents a menu with a great variety of In addition to being able to purchase 53 km Its stone press and wine cellar have re- Mallorcan dishes, outstanding among cheese directly from the producer, it is The varied and diverse selection of restaurants, and the Area mained the same in appearance and con- which are the flame-grilled meats, cooked also possible to learn about the manu- dition since they were built in the 17th to suit each client’s taste and accompa- facturing process and visit the ripening work of their avant-garde chefs, has become one of the main Towns century. The walls of the press and cellar nied by fresh vegetables picked from the caves. You can also buy olive oil produced references of today’s Mallorcan cuisine. Manacor are impregnated with the yeast spores establishment’s own garden. An ideal on the premises. S’Horta that cause the spontaneous fermentation place to delight your palate and enjoy Free guided tours can be booked. Campos of the wine produced there. nature in a rural setting and the island’s The tombet, frit dishes, rabbit with onion or the fish, such Porreres Guided visits of the vineyards and cellar traditional gastronomy. Formatges i oli Piris as fried red mullet, boiled scorpion fish and Mallorcan-style Other related routes can be arranged and you could finish off Campos dentex, are some of the main local specialities, not forgetting, R10 by sampling the house wines at a guided Son Terrassa Carrer de Menorca, s/n wine tasting. Felanitx Tel. +(34) 971 650 070 of course, bread with olive oil. Ctra. Cas Concos a Felanitx, km 10 GPS: N39º25’52’’ E3º01’10’’ Son Sureda Ric www.sonterrassa.com The route passes through the Pla area towards the east, and Manacor GPS: N39º25’09’’ E3º08’15’’ Ctra. Manacor a Colònia de St. Pere, km 6 leads you to traditional products such as sobrassada sausages Tel. +(34) 609 777 078 and cheeses. www.sonsuredaric.com GPS: N39º34’10’’ E3º12’16’’
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The slaughter Sobrassadas Festivals and traditions One of the island’s most ancestral Itineraries to visit producers of Festivals and traditions comple- traditions is the pig slaughter. sobrassada, the typical cured ment the gastronomic routes 7~ sausage, carrying a protected and play an important role in the This gastronomic event, con- geographical indication seal. island’s calendar of events. One verted into a tradition, reflects the www.illesbalearsqualitat.cat of the recurring features of many connection between the island’s popular festivals is the farmers’ natural resources and its festivi- For further information about this dance. Also of interest are the ties, with a local raw material used product see the PGI website: traditional cossiers dances, the to create very popular products. www.sobrasadademallorca.org Easter and Corpus Christi proces- sions, the fisherman’s festivals The slaughter usually takes place There are also other product in honour of Saint Peter, the in autumn, taking advantage of itineraries, in this case to visit places re-enactments of battles between favourable weather conditions for where Mallorcan cheeses are the Moors and Christians in Pol- conserving the resulting products, made. Mallorcan dairy producers. lença, the grape harvest festival which include such emblematic Mallorcan cheeses agriroute: in Binissalem and the Dijous Bo cured meats as sobrassada and www.illesbalearsqualitat.cat agricultural fair in Inca. camaiot sausages. www.infomallorca.net This is, above all, a public festival, in which farm owners get together An old refurbished country estate that Sa Bassa Rotja with their neighbours, friends and has been converted into a rural hotel. This Porreres families. An authentic display of establishment is a member of the Reis de Camí de sa Pedrera, s/n Mallorcan character. Mallorca accommodation network. Tel. 971 168 225 www.sabassarotja.com The tradition dictates that the GPS: N39º29’63’’ E3º02’69’’ owner, with long experience of these duties, inserts the knife into the animal’s throat while others hold it down on a bench. After slaughtering the animal the sign of the cross is made to ward off evil spirits. Next, the hair is singed off and the skin rubbed with a pumice stone and hot water. When the carcass is clean, it is cut into the different pieces that will be used to make various products. For the sobrassada, the meat is mixed with paprika and stuffed into natural pig intestine.
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Palma avant-garde Portals Nous cuisine
Avant-garde cuisine, well understood and linked to seasonal Duration The Olivar market, situated in the com- With its two Michelin stars, here you will A small establishment situated in Palma’s 1-2 days mercial centre of the city and recently enjoy original flavours with a style of old town, with a carefully presented and quality products, is an important asset in different areas of Route distance renovated, has become a European model their own. very attractive display. the island. 28 km of how the markets of the future should be. In addition to the normal menu, the An authentic showcase for the most Area Santa Catalina market, in the old town, has Tristán Restaurant offers tasting menus representative Balearic agricultural food become one of the most select in the city. and a gourmet tapas menu. Under the products. Around Palma you will find many of the best known res- Towns The culinary group in Santa Catalina guidance of chef, Gerhard Schwaiger, Member of the Establiments d’Or network. taurants and most important markets. This counterpoint of Palma market organises different gastronomic you can also participate in thematic and authenticity and tradition, on the one hand, and new applica- Portals Nous shows offering food sampling, Mallorcan seasonal cookery courses. Ágape Other related routes wine tastings and workshops on cooking Palma tions, on the other, enable us to create a truly alluring itinerary. R9, R10 and nutrition for children. Restaurant Tristán Carrer de l’Argenteria, 12 Portals Nous Tel. +(34) 971 725 213 In this route we have not forgotten about concepts such as Mercat de l’Olivar i de Sta. Catalina Tel. +(34) 971 675 547 Palma www.grupotristan.com architecture and design, which you will find in the different Plaça de l’Olivar, s/n GPS: N39º31’53’’ E2º33’59’’ stop offs we propose. Tel. +(34) 971 720 314 Tel. +(34) 971 720 315 www.mercasantacatalina.com GPS: N39º34’25’’ E2º39’09’’
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The markets Michelin in Mallorca Restaurant guides The local markets are characterised The recognition obtained by some A great number of the restaurants by their fresh produce, and in par- chefs and establishments also al- on the island are members of 8~ ticular their fish. Personal service, lows us to define our gastronomic associations and are listed in the quality and variety. Local produce. itineraries. The Michelin Guide main promotional guides. A close relation with product- highlights five places of special mallorca-restaurants-121.com producers. The spectacle of the interest to complement an avant- www.infomallorca.net sale and layout of articles. A social garde route. www.restauracio.org place of exchange. The markets represent a summary of the island’s Read’s L’agenda dels mercats setmanals: gastronomic heritage and they also www.readshotel.com www.infomallorca.net host activities. Training the assistants is com- Es Racó d’es Teix plemented by segmentation and www.esracodesteix.es specialisation as well as modern facilities. Tristán www.grupotristan.com
Plat d’Or
In Palma’s historical centre stands the old Convent de la Missió Es Molí d’en Bou Missió convent, a 17th-century building Palma now converted into a hotel. Carrer de la Missió, 7 The sensitive and careful refurbish- Tel. 971 227 347 ment fits perfectly with the avant-garde www.conventdelamissio.com character of this route. In addition to an GPS: N39º34’24’’ E2º39’05’’ extensive menu, the establishment offers a tasting menu and a long wine list.
MIC 40/41 9~ tapas Palma route
The tapas tradition is very popular across the whole island, Duration To drink To eat In this unique establishment you can pur- 1-2 days chase wines from Mallorca and abroad. A Dry La 5ª Puñeta in particular in and around Palma. Route distance multifunctional and well-equipped space Palma Palma 11 km that combines sales with other parallel Carrer Bonaire, 10 Carrer de les Caputxines, 3 Area activities. This is a real gastronomic culture, and certainly one of the Tel. +(34) 971 716 853 Tel. +(34) 971 711 571 Islacatavinos organises initiation and most social, which leads us in an exceptional way along a Towns monographic activities focused on wine. S.P.Q.R. Slow Food Louge & Drinks Orient Express tasting itinerary with stops in multiple bars and kitchens. Palma Also cooking workshops. Palma Palma Other related routes Carrer de Sant Magí, 58 Carrer de la Llonja, 6 R8, R10 Islacatavinos Tel. +(34) 971 711 183 A route for eating and also drinking wines, beer and cock- Palma Carrer de Guillem Massot, 45 tails providig a new attraction. El Botxo II Tel. +(34) 971 760 585 Palma www.islacatavinos.com Carrer de Velázquez, 14 Furthermore, the suggested establishments and activities GPS: N39º34’47’’ E2º38’43’’ give the route a modern and cosmopolitan touch. Tel. +(34) 971 717 880
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Fairs, festivals and gastronomy Tapalma Culture + gastronomy The calendar of fairs and festivals International tapas fair which every In Palma you can find combina- represents a cultural reference year, during October, proposes tions of culture + gastronomy 9~ point which, in many cases, justi- different itineraries around Palma: around the following themes: fies the islands gastronomic tradi- Santa Catalina, Centre, Plaça tion. Fairs and festivals have their d’Espanya, la Llotja and Entre- 1. Gothic origins in agricultural or animal- rutes. The routes can be followed The cathedral, la Llotja, Museum rearing celebrations, such as the at lunchtime or at night. of Mallorca, Diocesan Museum grape harvest and the slaughter, www.tapalma.es and products such as wild mush- 2. Renaissance and Baroque rooms and, of course, olive oil. Restaurant guides In Palma and also out of town Some events organised by differ- The Dijous Bo in Inca, the Sweet ent restaurant groups offer very 3. Contemporary culture Fair, the Grape Harvest Fair and attractive thematic programmes: Museums, cultural centres and also the Clay Fair in Marratxí are www.anardetapes.cat palaces host different artistic events that must be included in events our itineraries. 4. Modernism Route The cossiers dance in Algaida, the In the centre of Palma, the suburbs night of the feast of Saint Anthony, and outlying areas A combination of elegance and comfort in Hotel Tres in many towns on the island, and a 16th-century palace located in Palma’s Palma Saint John’s Eve are some tradi- 5. Palma’s patios old town. Carrer dels Apuntadors, 3 tions with an equally strong relation Singular architectural spaces dotted The bar Lounge offers a selection of local Tel. 971 717 333 to gastronomic customs. throughout the old town and imported wines. The entrance is an www.hoteltres.com example of the Palma’s typical patios. GPS: N39º34’08’’ E2º38’43’’ Recently activities related with Information in tourist offices: gastronomy have also been pro- www.conselldemallorca.net moted. BONÍSSIM is a promotional campaign for Mallorcan products which has a special impact around the Easter period.
MIC 44/45 Port de Pollença
Port d’Alcúdia
Cala Rajada Port de Sóller
10~ Porto Cristo
Port de Palma Portocolom
Port d’Andratx Portopetro sea Colònia de Sant Jordi route
An option for thematic and water sports tourism, focused Duration Where can we moor? Where can we have a good Where can we moor? Where can we have a good 1-4 days meal? meal? on an itinerary by boat. This route is for sailors and includes Route distance Cala Rajada Ca’n Maya Port d’Andratx Restaurant Rocamar different listings of quays where you can moor your boat 11 km Tel. (+34) 971 564 019 Tel. (+34) 971 564 035 Tel. (+34) 971 674 216 Tel. (+34) 971 671 261 and sample the island’s wonderful gastronomy. Area GPS: N39º42’37’’ E3º27’49’’ www.canmaya,com GPS: N39º32’43’’E2º23’06’’ www.rocamardorada.com Mallorca Towns Portocolom Sa Sínia Port de Sóller Restaurant Lua In some ports there is also the option of connecting with and other routes Tel. (+34) 971 824 658 Tel. (+34) 971 824 323 Tel. (+34) 971 674 216 Tel. (+34) 971 824 323 other routes from this guide. Cala Rajada GPS: N39º25’10’’ E3º15’53’’ GPS: N39º47’39’’E2º41’29’’ Porto Cristo (R7) Portocolom (R7) Portopetro Can Martina Port de Pollença Restaurant IRU Portopetro (R7) Tel. (+34) 971 657 657 Tel. (+34) 971 657 517 Tel. (+34) 971 633 316 Tel. (+34) 971 867 002 Colònia de Sant Jordi GPS: N39º21’38’’ E3º12’38’’ GPS: N39º54’10’’E3º05’06’’ Passeig d’Anglada Camarasa, 23 Port de Palma (R6, R8, R9) Port d’Andratx (R6, R8) Colònia de Sant Jordi Can Antonio Port d’Alcúdia Restaurant Barlovento Port de Sóller (R1, R5) Tel. (+34) 971 656 224 Tel. (+34) 971 655 405 Tel. (+34) 971 546 955 Tel. (+34) 971 545 048 Port de Pollença (R3) GPS: N39º18’57’’ E2º59’53’’ www.restauranteantonio.net GPS: N39º50’14’’E3º08’07’’ Carrer de Grabiel Roca, 33 Port d’Alcúdia (R3)
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