Did you know that the first power station in Mallorca was built not in Palma, but in the small village of Alaró? In 1901, brothers Gaspar and Josep Perelló brought electricity to Alaró, making it a pioneer of modernisation on the island. Discover the fascinating story of Mallorca’s first power station, the visionaries behind it and the remarkable remains of this pioneering project that can still be seen in Alaró today.
Broken eggs with sobrasada are a simple yet irresistible Mallorcan dish, combining crispy fried potatoes, fried eggs and the rich, distinctive flavour of authentic Sobrasada de Mallorca. As the runny yolk and melted sobrasada mix with the potatoes, every bite captures the flavours of traditional Mallorcan cuisine. Discover how to make this easy and delicious recipe at home and enjoy one of Mallorca’s most iconic combinations.
Valldemossa is much more than one of the prettiest villages in Mallorca. Nestled in the Serra de Tramuntana, this charming mountain village combines cobbled streets, spectacular scenery, fascinating history and a rich cultural heritage. Discover the best things to see in Valldemossa, from the iconic Carthusian Monastery and the legacy of Chopin and George Sand to the traditional coca de patata, one of the village’s most famous local specialities.
The Porc Negre is Mallorca’s native black pig breed and an essential part of the island’s rural and culinary heritage. Its origins date back thousands of years, and over centuries this distinctive breed adapted to Mallorca’s climate, landscape and natural resources. Discover the fascinating history of the Porc Negre, its unique characteristics, its role in traditional Mallorcan farming and how this remarkable native breed is being preserved and recovered today.
Mallorcan lamb frito, traditionally known as frit de Pasqua or frit de freixura, is one of the island’s most authentic and flavourful traditional dishes. Traditionally enjoyed at Easter, this hearty recipe combines lamb offal and cooked lamb’s blood with potatoes, vegetables, fennel and aromatic spices. Discover how to make authentic Mallorcan lamb frito at home and savour the rich flavours of traditional Mallorca cuisine.
Discover how to make Mallorcan empanadas, traditionally known in Mallorca as panades, one of the island’s most iconic Easter recipes. These delicious savoury pastries are made with homemade dough and traditionally filled with lamb, peas and a little sobrasada. Learn how to prepare authentic Mallorcan empanadas step by step and discover the family tradition behind one of Mallorca’s most beloved Easter dishes.
Discover how to make robiols, one of Mallorca’s most traditional pastries and a much-loved Easter treat. These delicate crescent-shaped pastries are made with homemade dough and can be filled with jam, sweetened ricotta, custard, angel hair or chocolate spread. Follow this traditional Mallorcan recipe step by step and learn how to make authentic robiols at home, bringing a delicious taste of Mallorca’s Easter traditions to your kitchen.