Seaplanes in Mallorca
Seaplanes have had a special interest in Mallorca, thanks to the orography of its coastline.
Riding around Mallorca by camel
It is said that the 1960s were the best decade of the 20th century. Europe was gradually recovering from the disasters of war, the economy was improving and society was…
First car registered in Spain
First car registered The first car registered in Spain, on 31st October 1900, was registered in Mallorca, obtaining the PM-1 plate. The vehicle was a quad of the French brand…
Recovering old varieties
Old varieties and local gastronomy Various local entities and groups are recovering old varieties of vegetables. We consider that these varieties have a key importance in the local gastronomy. These…
The Vikings in Mallorca
When we talk about Vikings we always relate it to the north of Europe, but it is hardly thought that there have been Vikings in Mallorca. I remember that when I…
The other ensaimadas
Never confuse the other ensaimadas with those of Mallorca. If we mention Toledo, Santander, San Sebastián, Ronda, Alcoy… we would all be clear that we are talking about Spain. Indeed,…
Pirate movies
The pirates I remember that when I was a kid my favorite were pirate movies, and one of the things that fascinated me the most was the captain’s glass cabin,…
Fast food Mallorcan style
You may be surprised by the title Fast food Mallorcan style, but on the island we have our own solution for modern living. It is clear that in every age…
The dove of anise
A strange phrase, the one about the dove of anise. Some of you will remember the name “Anís la paloma”. Popular wisdom is sometimes mixed with fantastic theories that explain…
You are a vulture
The expression “eres un buitre” or “you are a vulture” I’m sure if someone tells you eres un buitre or you are a vulture, you’re not going to like it…
Joan Miró and Mallorca
“Island of calm”… with that name is also known to Mallorca, and surely that is what our island transmitted to Joan Miró, tranquility and much peace. This famous painter was…
The mystery of the ensaimada
The mystery of the ensaimada made in Mallorca How many times have I heard confectioners and cooks speak of the mystery of the ensaimada! That the ensaimada when you make…
Binissalem – Grape harvest festival
July and August are over, holidays too. It’s time to go back to everyday reality, to work the older ones, to class the younger ones. But September is not as…
The tumbet – summer meal
The tumbet – summer meal par excellence in Mallorca, is made with vegetables such as eggplant, potato, pepper and tomato. The Mallorcans combine it with any food: meat, fish, eggs,…
Binissalem is a land for wines.
If you are not very familiar with Mallorca, you may not know that among other things, the town of Binissalem is a land of wines. Backgrounds Throughout history, Mallorca has…
Summer Mallorcan “sopas”
Mallorcan summer “sopas” are eaten hot… despite what you may be thinking. Yes, yes, in the middle of August… it’s hard to believe, but once you try it… it’s exquisite….
Mallorcan peppers coca
The Mallorcan coca with roasted red peppers is very tasty, but, it gives so much work that I used to wait for some relative to make it. However, since I…
Summer music in Mallorca
It’s the middle of summer, and there’ s summer music being played in Mallorca. It doesn’t matter if you’re on the beach of Es Trenc, if you’re taking a walk…
The Mallorcans of Valencia
The Mallorcans of Valencia are descendants of the population that was moved there in the seventeenth century, depopulated after the expulsion of the Moriscos. Expulsion of the Moriscos The year…
Festival of Moors and Christians
Pollensa nowadays The bay of Pollensa and its port are currently magnificent places to spend holidays: magnificent villas and hotels, quality restaurants and a quiet and select public. This tranquility…
Dying of success in Mallorca
The phrase “Dying of success in Mallorca” may seem strange. Sometimes the promotion of a product is so successful that it is counterproductive. Dying of success in Mallorca, the…
“Dignitat i Feina” – that’s how it all started
“Dignitat i Feina” – that’s how it all started for this local association founded by Father Tomeu A challenge for Fr. Tomeu Father Tomeu celebrates the service in the Church…
I’m not a Martian
Even if it seems otherwise, I’m not a Martian. I’m Mallorcan, very Mallorcan I am so Mallorcan that you will only find me in Mallorca, because I am a native…
Mallorca on two wheels
The great variety of roads and the good climate of the island, have always invited to travel Mallorca on two wheels, on a motorcycle. But did you know that motorcycles…
How Jaime I conquered Mallorca
Backgrounds In the 13th century, Mallorca was an ideal enclave for trade in the Mediterranean, but it was in the hands of the Muslims. It was also a refuge for…
Origin of the mills of Mallorca
The origin of the mills of Mallorca. The first mills you will see when you arrive by plane to Mallorca are those of the Plà de Sant Jordi. They make…
Loryc a car manufactured in Mallorca
Does the Loryc brand ring a bell? In the 1960s and 1970s, women’s footwear was manufactured under the Loryc brand. Later, in the same place, he opened a supermarket with…
The tradition of the pates in Mallorca
The tradition of pates in Mallorca has a curious connection with France, being there the origin of the local tradition. The French connection Between Mallorca and France, commercial ties were…
