Tag: Ice cream

Food

The chocolate fountain: Vanini

Vanini Swiss Chocolate since 1871

The liquid chocolate cascading down the wall like a waterfall seems to come right out of a tale or a child’s dream. It’s certainly the eye-catcher at Vanini Swiss Chocolate since 1871, latest addition in Palma’s old town. And the store even features two more chocolate fountains, one producing white, the other one dark chocolate. Not only for decoration but for a very tasty reason. Apart from a large selection of finest chocolates and pralines Vanini also offers ice cream. The portfolio is small…

Getaways

The discovery of slowness: Menorca

Menorca

Menorca is often described as Mallorca’s little sister. In fact their names already hint at that. However, as we all know, siblings can be quiet different. When I was visiting Menorca for the first time I was surprised how diverse it is. And everybody seemed to be so relaxed. There are various ways to visit the island. I love to take the ferry from Alcudia to Ciutadella. Since my father was a captain the sea always feels like home to me. We arrived in Ciutadella in the morning. Wandering…