The Mallorcan ensaimada and its distant cousin, the Filipino ensaymada
Did you know that the famous Filipino ensaymada has its roots in Mallorca? Mallorca’s traditional ensaimada is much more than a famous island pastry: it has travelled across the world and inspired its Filipino counterpart, the ensaymada. Discover the fascinating story behind these two pastries, how the Mallorcan recipe made its way to the Philippines and how it evolved into a distinctly Filipino favourite, while preserving a link to Mallorca’s rich culinary heritage.