Imagine a destination that promises to deliver a holiday experience of a lifetime. Now imagine a place that will offer a world class cuisine that can only be indulged in the place of origin. This would be none other than Majorca, a place that has in recent times been the most visited annually. Whilst many a tourist would enter this land for the sake of leisure and probably even to appreciate its culture, heritage and history, one understated aspect would be the cuisine in Majorca.
So what is so special about the cuisine in Majorca? Besides the fact that it is part and parcel of the ubiquitous Mediterranean diet, Majorcans sure know how to cook! Every region in Majorca has its own sense of cooking style and does its bit to contribute to the wide mosaic of Spanish cuisine by and large. The staple diet enjoyed by all Majorcans consists of pork and vegetables. There is however an adventurous propensity to mix and supplement dishes with sweet and savoury ingredients.
While throughout its illustrious life, Majorca has developed its cuisine, yet it should be mentioned that Majorcan cuisine does have its roots in its veritable history. When Majorca became part of the Roman entity, besides adapting to their way of life, Majorcans assimilated the Roman diet. They say that lentils were the staple of the Roman army and likewise throughout the years lentils have become rather popular amongst the general population of Majorcans even right up to this present day.
So, yes, Majorca has added the Roman way of living to its own way of living. However, it’s not only the Romans who have made enviable additions to Majorca diet. As history would be compelled to show, the Phoenicians were the ones to introduce olives to Majorca. If one were to visit present day Majorca, it will be plainly obvious to see what an important role olives and its extracts play in normal Majorcan life. There is to date over 3 million olive and almond trees that are spotted throughout this exhilarating island.
As it is to be expected different areas in Majorca will offer its own unique dishes. For example, towards the beach communities, any tourist will be well rewarded for trying out the ever famous paella which is rich in all types of seafood with more preference given to big jumbo prawns and calamari. This coupled with a bottle of red Majorcan wine is sure to put a smile on your face and appease your appetite.
Majorca has contributed to a great degree to international cuisine, especially since it is a part and parcel of Spanish cooking, it could be said that it is the Majorcan “element” that really stands out the most from the overall cuisine of the Spanish nation. Thanks to celebrity chef Ferran Adria whose plethora of dishes and cooking style was lauded widely in 2003 in the New York Times, the gourmet world has sat up straight and took notice of Spanish cuisine. A most promising detail that needs attention is that most hotels in Majorca do offer Majorcan cuisine, hence you are assured of indulging in a cuisine that is adored the world over.
Yet, tasting Majorcan cuisine does not mean one has to have a bank account fit for a millionaire. Although widely acclaimed, Spanish cuisine is commonly available in every Majorca hotels, motel, resort and street corner. Undoubtedly it is best to experience Majorca as a whole. Visit this island in the sun, enjoy its beaches, its heritage, history and its mouth-watering cuisine. The Majorcan cuisine cannot be totally divorced from its culture, history and heritage especially since all three are inextricably linked together.
So what is so special about the cuisine in Majorca? Besides the fact that it is part and parcel of the ubiquitous Mediterranean diet, Majorcans sure know how to cook! Every region in Majorca has its own sense of cooking style and does its bit to contribute to the wide mosaic of Spanish cuisine by and large. The staple diet enjoyed by all Majorcans consists of pork and vegetables. There is however an adventurous propensity to mix and supplement dishes with sweet and savoury ingredients.
While throughout its illustrious life, Majorca has developed its cuisine, yet it should be mentioned that Majorcan cuisine does have its roots in its veritable history. When Majorca became part of the Roman entity, besides adapting to their way of life, Majorcans assimilated the Roman diet. They say that lentils were the staple of the Roman army and likewise throughout the years lentils have become rather popular amongst the general population of Majorcans even right up to this present day.
So, yes, Majorca has added the Roman way of living to its own way of living. However, it’s not only the Romans who have made enviable additions to Majorca diet. As history would be compelled to show, the Phoenicians were the ones to introduce olives to Majorca. If one were to visit present day Majorca, it will be plainly obvious to see what an important role olives and its extracts play in normal Majorcan life. There is to date over 3 million olive and almond trees that are spotted throughout this exhilarating island.
As it is to be expected different areas in Majorca will offer its own unique dishes. For example, towards the beach communities, any tourist will be well rewarded for trying out the ever famous paella which is rich in all types of seafood with more preference given to big jumbo prawns and calamari. This coupled with a bottle of red Majorcan wine is sure to put a smile on your face and appease your appetite.
Majorca has contributed to a great degree to international cuisine, especially since it is a part and parcel of Spanish cooking, it could be said that it is the Majorcan “element” that really stands out the most from the overall cuisine of the Spanish nation. Thanks to celebrity chef Ferran Adria whose plethora of dishes and cooking style was lauded widely in 2003 in the New York Times, the gourmet world has sat up straight and took notice of Spanish cuisine. A most promising detail that needs attention is that most hotels in Majorca do offer Majorcan cuisine, hence you are assured of indulging in a cuisine that is adored the world over.
Yet, tasting Majorcan cuisine does not mean one has to have a bank account fit for a millionaire. Although widely acclaimed, Spanish cuisine is commonly available in every Majorca hotels, motel, resort and street corner. Undoubtedly it is best to experience Majorca as a whole. Visit this island in the sun, enjoy its beaches, its heritage, history and its mouth-watering cuisine. The Majorcan cuisine cannot be totally divorced from its culture, history and heritage especially since all three are inextricably linked together.
