What is fonoll marí and why is it so typical of Mallorca?
Sea fennel is one of the Mediterranean’s most distinctive coastal plants and a traditional ingredient in Mallorcan cuisine. Known locally as fonoll marí and scientifically as Crithmum maritimum, this wild plant grows among the rocks by the sea and has been valued for centuries by Mediterranean communities and sailors. Discover the history of sea fennel, how it is traditionally preserved in vinegar and why it remains a much-loved accompaniment to Mallorca’s iconic pa amb oli.