Try the culinary treasures of Mallorca
What foods is Mallorca known for? Why do tourists go home with stacks of what look like pizza boxes? To truly taste the soul of Mallorca, you must try their jam, pastries, sausage, and wine. Here’s an introduction to some Mallorcan specialties that make perfect authentic souvenirs.
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Ensaïmada – one of the most sought-after Mallorcan specialties
Those pizza-like trays you see are actually ensaïmadas from Mallorcan bakers. This sweet, soft pastry, often sprinkled with icing sugar, comes in various sizes. Baking it requires patience as the dough needs to rise several times. The traditional version contains lard (saïm in Catalan).
Ensaïmada also comes with fillings like vanilla cream, pumpkin jam, or chocolate. Many Mallorcans prefer the classic version, tearing the soft bread into strips and dipping it in coffee or hot chocolate.
Sobrasada – Mallorca’s signature sausage
Sobrasada is a seasoned pork sausage with paprika, giving it a slightly spicy kick. Its soft, spreadable texture differs from typical sausages. Available in classic round or long shapes, and sometimes more constricted forms, Sobrasada is perfect for spreading on toast, perhaps with a touch of local honey.
Gori de Muro – biscuits for seafarers
These locally produced, small, chubby biscuits were once popular among Mediterranean seafarers. The Mallorcan version comes in varieties like whole grain, rosemary, or olive oil. Gori de Muro biscuits are often paired with cheese, ham, or sausage for a quick snack.
Marmalade from Sóller
No list of Mallorcan specialties is complete without mentioning oranges and lemons from the Sóller valley. These citrus fruits are sold at markets and supermarkets, and Sóller also produces authentic jams, labeled as Taronja (orange) or Llimona (lemon). The jams are available throughout the island under brands like Fet a Sóller.
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Mallorcan herbal liqueur
Mallorcan herbal liqueurs come in many forms, with Túnel being a well-known brand. These liqueurs may contain lemon balm, thyme, rosemary, orange, chamomile, fennel, and anise, offered in sweet, semi-sweet, and dry variants. With an alcohol content of 22-30%, they are best enjoyed over ice to release the herbal aromas.
Mallorcan wine
Much of Mallorca’s wine production is centered around Binissalem and Santa Maria del Cami. Mallorcan reds often feature local grapes like Callet and Manto Negre, blended with more familiar varieties such as Syrah, Merlot, or Cabernet Sauvignon. Notable wineries include Macià Batle, Ànima Negra, and Bodegas Ribas. Bringing home a few bottles is always a great idea.
Mallorca and Brandy
Mallorcan brandy, aged for ½ – 1 year in casks, typically has an alcohol content of 38-45%. Bodegas Suau, a versatile producer of rum and gin, is renowned for its brandy. Brandy can be light or dark and is always dry.
Markets Abound with Mallorcan Specialties
Mallorcan markets are brimming with local products. High-quality almonds, local olives, and fine olive oil are readily available. You can also find honey, salt, spices, herbs, vinegar, and various dried fruits at the markets.
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