At the Made in Mallorca exhibition, a wooden bench named Puput with a simple frame and a hand-woven geometric pattern caught my attention. Studio Jaia, handcrafted furniture made in Palma de Mallorca, read the label. I was curious to learn more…
Craftsmanship and artisan production have always had a strong tradition on Mallorca. But in recent years the label Made in Mallorca has become more and more successful, even beyond the island. Representing a light, almost industrial chic that…
Each year in January Mallorca celebrates its patron saints Sant Antoni and Sant Sebastià with huge fires and wild correfocs. Actually, fire tongues are popular on the island all year round. The fabric with the traditional llengües pattern is…
Alma López, aka La Morenita, Palma’s popular jewelry designer, about creativity, tradition and criminal law Some of Alma López’ gems made it to Hollywood. Her designs are as diverse as the materials she uses but all of La Morenita’s jewelry…
What else do you need on Mallorca but a sunny day and some time off? Just a few basics, like my 10 favorite must-haves that will fit you from head to toe. Most of them are designed in Palma and manufactured in Spain. And you can find them in…
Tonight, all eyes are turned towards Atlanta where the final of the National Football League takes place this year. For me, however, the hometown of bowls is Pòrtol, the small Mallorcan village with its traditional potteries. When I visited…
Are you thinking about Christmas presents for your loved ones? Instead of buying stuff online at the very last minute, now is the best time to stroll the illuminated streets of Palma. I have discovered a few things that make real treats. And…
We all love stories. And we love things with a story to remember, a story that makes them unique and precious to us. Like the beautiful items from small European brands you find at SASU, the bright design store next to Palma’s Plaça Major. A…