Flower power: Artichokes
Maybe you came across a field of artichokes on a cycling trip on the island. What looks like thistles actually are thistles. But very tasty and enormously versatile ones. Their flowers make great entrees and even main courses. Now is the time for the coveted alcachofas moradas. The small purple artichokes from Mallorca are particularly aromatic. You get them at Colmado Sant Jaume or on the Mercat Ecològic, among other places. Of course everyone has his or her own favorite artichoke recipe. I…
Blue is the warmest color: Cala Marmols
Cala Marmols is the picture postcard bay everybody dreams about. The flip side is that you are rarely alone on a paradise beach. But Cala Marmols can only be reached by foot and it takes a little while to get there. Out of season you may be lucky to have the bay all to yourself. The scenic route along the sea leads us all the way from the lighthouse at Cap de Ses Salines to the precious marble bay. Actually, it’s an easy walk. But the water looks such a deep mesmerizing blue here that you have…
Mallorcan delight: Es Turó
On my Tramuntana hikes I have often passed Fornalutx. This time, the picturesque village was our destination. More precisely, the restaurant Es Turó which friends had chosen for a reunion. Already our table on the terrace surrounded by flowers…
The scent of spring on Mallorca: Happy Easter!
Once again, Semana Santa on Mallorca is very different this year. Without processions, without music. In the city, the smell of empanadas and crespells reminds us of Easter. And in the countryside, orange trees are in full bloom. I have always…
Abraham Calero: SOStenible
Today, Abraham Calero started his new campaign in the streets of Palma. SOStenible, a play on words for sustainable. And a call for attention aiming for a dialogue about the future of Mallorca. I met Abraham Calero at Bar Rita to discuss his…
Down by the sea: S’Arenal Portocolom
Lighthouses have always offered orientation. If you follow the road to the Far de Portocolom, you will pass a beautiful bay. It’s just called S’Arenal, the beach. And S’Arenal Portocolom is also the name of the chiringuito, which has long since…
All dressed up: Flamingos
The longer the winter and the pandemic lasted, the more we longed for change and color. Just in time for the start of spring, Flamingos in Palma reopened its doors. And customers love browsing the fancy vintage clothes. Anticipating the first…
Walk of the town: Art Palma Brunch 2021
The Art Palma Brunch has long been a fixed date in Mallorca’s cultural calendar. Last year however, Europe was completely locked down. That’s why friends of contemporary art were particularly looking forward to the art show this spring. And…