GUIDE OF MALLORCA FOR THE USUAL AND UNUSUAL TRAVELLER BY ferrer hotels Index INTRO HISTORY ACTIVITIES 1. Pag. 3 2. Pag. 4 3. Pag. 5-9 VILLAGES BEACHES RESTAURANTS 4. Pag. 10-14 5. Pag. 15-20 6. Pag. 21-25 RECIPIES WINES PALMA TIPS 7. Pag. 26-30 8. Pag. 31-35 9. Pag. 36-40 CULTURAL FESTIVITIES EXTRAS TIPS 10. Pag. 41-45 11. Pag. 46-50 12. Pag. 51-55 Creators & Collaborators Content director & supervisor Patrick Amengual Hackbarth Coordinator & content creator Claudia Castaño Art direction José Palma Collaboration & text interpretation Marina Calestru y Raquel Chocano 2 / Index BY ferrer hotels Intro guide Mallorca. When you pronounce this word the first things that come to mind are: long sandy beaches, crys- tal clear waters, palm trees, high cliffs and all sorts of images that create in our mind the picture of a perfect des- tination. Indeed, Mallorca is all of this, but also so much more. Do you want to dis- cover the island thoroughly? Can you think of anyone better than the Ma- llorcans to show you the island in the most authentic way? With “Let me tell you about my is- land, the Mallorca of the locals” we want not only to show you Mallorca, but also give you an insight on how we live it. An island as beautiful as this one offers many things to enjoy, but must be also cared for properly. In this guide you will find 10 sections with 7 points each, describing all the things that we Mallorcans do in our daily life and how we get the most out of this island. Are you curious to know in which restaurants we hang out, which wine we prefer to drink or the activities that we enjoy most? Then this gui- de is perfect for you, you will get to know Mallorca and appreciate it in the same way that we locals do. 3 / Intro guide BY ferrer hotels Mallorca History Mallorca is a vibrant and cosmo- After many years of Roman occupa- politan island, full of culture, activi- tion, Mallorca began to suffer inva- ties, with a great gastronomic variety sions of the Vandals who were on the that draws the attention of the most island for more than 100 years. Subse- experienced travellers. quently, the island was conquered by the Muslim culture. From this period But where do all of these qualities of history, Mallorca preserves impor- come from? How does an island, lost tant influences such as ingredients in the middle of the Mediterranean, and dishes that today are typical of its manage to have so many features that gastronomy, and important architec- make it so unique? tural constructions like the Arabic ba- ths of Palma. The island of Mallorca, and the archi- pelago to which it belongs, have more Finally, in 1229 the troops of Aragon than 4000 years of recorded history, led by King Jaume I the Conqueror, in which the island has been conque- conquered the island red many times by different cultures. of Mallorca for good in name of the Christians. Since then, the Balearic The first known inhabitants of Mallor- Islands have been under Spanish do- ca were the Balearic slingers who de- mination. fended the island by throwing stones from the coast. In fact, the name “Islas With a history so full of conquests and Baleares” has Greek origins and co- battles between different cultures, it is mes from the Balearic slingers, from not surprising that today Mallorca is the plural “ba ‘lé yaroh”. The noun “ba set as one of the most multicultural ‘lé” means “those who exercise the act places, and also one of the most inte- of” and acts as subject of the verb “ya- resting in Europe. In Mallorca you can roh” which means “throwing stones”. do all kinds of activities, there are res- During this period, around 1300 B.C, taurants from almost any culture and the Talayotic culture began to deve- innumerable sports that can be prac- lop lasting until the conquest of the tised throughout the year. Roman Empire at the hand of Cecilio Metellus, leaving us with countless In this guide, we want to show you buildings made from stones, known places where we Mallorcans enjoy to as Talaiots that nowadays continue to go, but also our favourite pastime, so be a characteristic of our island. that you too can get to know the au- thentic side of Mallorca, and at the same time learn to appreciate, care for and preserve it as we locals do. 4 / Mallorca History BY ferrer hotels Intro / Activities that Mallorcans do If you travelled to our island with the Through these activities, you will feel purpose of getting to know the cultu- what it really means to live on the is- re and the lifestyle of the Mallorcans, land, savour the weather, enjoy the there are 7 essential activities that you small things and reduce the pace of can enjoy during your stay. your routine. In this section we provi- de you with 7 activities and traditions that we Mallorcans enjoy doing fre- quently. Are you ready? 1. Drinking a vermouth 2. Taste the coca de patata in Valldemossa 3. Going to the market on Saturdays 4. Fer un variat 5. Making sausages 6. Paella in Ca´n Gavella 7. Ca´n Joan de S´aigo Pollença Alcúdia Port d’Alcudia 6 Sa Pobla Sóller 5 Valldemossa 2 Sineu Sa Dragonera Marratxí Palma 4 Andratx Manacor 1 3 7 Campos Santany Cabrera 5 / Activities that Mallorcans do BY ferrer hotels Drinking a vermouth If you want to savour a vermouth like a Ma- In Spain we enjoy the good things in life and llorcan and immerse yourself in a good at- if they are accompanied by a beer and some mosphere, you have to visit the Bar Vermú tapas, that just makes it much better. The in Conde de Barcelona Street, where you can vermouth hour is a typical Spanish tradition just disconnect from the world and have a that we Mallorcans like to enjoy every Sun- good time. We recommend having the Ver- day at noon, before lunch. mouth on Tap accompanied by some grilled razor clams. Usually the vermouth is accompanied by the typical Spanish tapas, although there are many that choose to drink a beer or any other refreshing drink instead. The vermouth is for 655 496 406 the Mallorcans an excuse to get together with C/ Comte de Barcelona, 13. Palma. friends and enjoy the nice weather and the good gastronomy. Taste the coca de patata in Valldemossa The coca de patata is usually accompanied We Mallorcans are enthusiasts of an active by chocolate, hot or cold, depending on the life, so we do not hesitate to organise excur- season. The best way to spend the day in Va- sions around our island to enjoy our little pa- lldemossa would be taking a walk through radise more and more every day. its cobbled streets, visiting one of its museu- ms and finally enjoying a snack on a terrace One of the excursions that we like to do, be it overlooking the Serra de Tramuntana. summer or winter, is going to the charming village of Valldemossa to wander through its streets and enjoy its typical sweet: the coca de patata. The most traditional place to try the coca de patata is the bakery of Ca´n Molinas. This 971 61 22 47 traditional bakery opened for the first time in C/ Blanquerna 15, Valldemossa. 1920, and will soon celebrate 100 years since its opening. Ca´n Molinas has the recipe for the genuine coca de patatas, so unique that it is difficult to find the same one in any other places. And if you fall in love with this typical sweet and want to take some with you back home, you can purchase trays of coca de pa- tata from this authentic place. 6 / Activities that Mallorcans do BY ferrer hotels Going to the market on Saturdays For several years now, there have been many Mallorca is an island rich in local products stalls that offer products from various cultu- and because many of these foods are the base res. For example, you can find Arab spices, of our diet, each Saturday we go to the local Thai condiments or ingredients from the market to purchase them. Chinese culture, Japanese and many others. In Palma there are two main markets: The You will also find stalls from small bars, whe- market of Olivar and the market of Santa re you can stop to enjoy a vermouth or va- Catalina, opened from Monday to Saturday. riat (activities mentioned in this section). It Each town around the island has its own day is typical for the people from Palma to enjoy of the week assigned for the market, where a variat en Ca’n Frau, in the market of Santa they set up flea markets to sell all kinds of Catalina, one of the most symbolic stalls in products, foods and crafts. the city. The market is a great place to buy fresh fish from the local fishermen, seasonal fruits and Mercado del Olivar: Plaza de l´Olivar 4, vegetables from around the islands, spices Palma. and fresh meat. But the local products are not Mercado de Santa Catalina: Plaza Na- the only thing that you can find here. vegació s/n, Palma. Fer un variat 1. There are 3 sizes of dishes: Large, medium The ‘Fer un variat’ is a custom so typical for and small dishes.