A paradise of fine white sand and turquoise waters, with endless beaches where you can relax, clear your mind and simply enjoy yourself. But there’s more: on these islands in the heart of the Mediterranean, you can also savour some truly delicious local produce. Don’t miss them.
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Sobrasada
Minced pork, paprika, pepper, salt and other spices are used to make a cured sausage, which is usually eaten simply spread on a slice of bread, but is also used as an ingredient in many of the islands’ classic dishes.
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Mahon cheese
One of the best cheeses on the islands and known throughout the world is produced in Minorca, specifically in Mahón. It has a Protected Designation of Origin and is made using milk from the island’s cows. Its intense flavour is very distinctive, as is its shape, which is square with rounded corners. A delicious treat that pairs perfectly with a glass of wine.
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Wines
The best-known wines from the islands are those with the Binissalem Designation of Origin. Wines made from the Moll grape variety; fruity, with aromas of apple and nuts – truly delicious.
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Ensaimadas
Documents dating from the 17th century already mention the making of ensaimadas for festivals and celebrations. It is Majorca’s star pastry product, made from flour, water, eggs, sugar, sourdough and pork lard (saïm in the Mallorquín language), the ingredient that gives it its name.
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Pomada
A drink that blends well with gin and which has become the star of the summer in Majorca. A simple recipe: one part Gin Xoriguer – a gin produced in Minorca – and two parts cloudy lemonade. The Balearic Islands, a place where you can enjoy incredible beaches and products that taste great and have an interesting history.
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