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SBMBlog on Friday, September 3rd, 2010 |
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Sa Torre Agroturismo, Rural hotel in Mallorca is locted in the idyllic village of Santa Eugenia, which is only 15 minutes drive away from Palma de Mallorca, the island’s capital.
Apart from having its own excellent restaurant which offers delicious traditional cuisine served inside or outside on the terrace, Sa Torre also has several apartments for people looking for relaxing accommodation in a beautiful setting.
Sa Torre offers a combination of ‘the best from the past’ and all the modern amenities you would expect at a European hotel.
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SBMBlog on Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 |
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Claudio Vargas is the Chef at the new Esencia Restaurant located in Santa Catalina, Palma de Mallorca.
At Esencia he works with cuisines from all over the world and combines them to create dishes with sophisticated flavours which never fail to surprise.
‘The important thing is not to change or modify the raw material and products. This is fundamental for me.’ says Claudio.
Claudio was born in Chile and comes from a family with a long history in the restaurant business
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SBMBlog on Monday, August 30th, 2010 |
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El Patio is a restaurant in Andratx which has recently been completely renovated and taken over by Manuela and Jens, the owners of the extremely successful Jens Restaurant in Camp de Mar.
Jens has now been joined in the kitchen by Emmerich Reutter from Germany and together they work with colours and textures turning each exquisitely prepared dish into a work of art: a visual delight even before the first taste!
Manuela manages the waiting team and as sommelier of the restaurant is also able to advise guests on wine to go with their meal.
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SBMBlog on Saturday, August 28th, 2010 |
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This young Greek-German Chef is co-owner and Head Chef at Duke Restaurant, a trendy and relatively new restaurant in the bustling area of Santa Catalina in Mallorca.
Ronny‘s first job in Mallorca was working alongside Marc Fosh at Read’s Hotel and at Fosh Food in Palma and before arriving on the island he worked at well known and exclusive restaurant and hotels in London, Germany and Greece.
At Duke he creates ‘cross cultural cuisine for global nomads’ which comes highly recommended!
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SBMBlog on Thursday, August 26th, 2010 |
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Every evening during the summer from 22.30 pm at Es Molí den Bou Restaurant in Sa Coma enjoy ‘Gin & Tonic Sessions’.
This involves a very special offer which this very well known restaurant in Mallorca has launched.
Enjoy a dessert, a coffee and a gin & tonic for only 15 euros. All this at one of Mallorca’s very own Michelin-starred Restaurants.
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SBMBlog on Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 |
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Sa Romana Restaurant in Alcudia has opened a new chill out area incorporating a ‘Jaima’ Moroccan tent.
You can now enjoy a drink before or after your meal at the main restaurant in a great atmosphere with relaxing music.
The new area also has its own play area for children, and young families are welcome to bring their little ones to play while parents enjoy a drink on the terrace.
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SBMBlog on Sunday, August 22nd, 2010 |
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Gloria Catering Company in Mallorca is offering a very unique picnic experience: a Rolls Royce picnic.
You can enjoy a drive in a chauffeur driven Rolls Royce or Mercedes, (either are beautiful, well looked after classic cars), whilst sipping champagne. You will be driven either through the spectacular Mallorcan mountains, or to some of the island’s best wineries, to try some Mallorcan wineries.
The drive ends with a gourmet picnic, prepared by Gloria Catering at a very special and secluded location.
Find out more about the Rolls Royce picnic experience on SkyBlue Mallorca.
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SBMBlog on Friday, August 20th, 2010 |
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There will be a cava wine tasting with Bodegas Gramona at the St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Hotel on the 26th of August.
The event has been organised by the team at Catavinos Wine Centre and includes a guided tasting and a delicious 4 course meal with cava.
Tickets cost 75 euro per person and are limited to 25 people, on a first come, first served basis. You can book your place by calling Catavinos on 971 76 05 85.
Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to be introduced to the fascinating world of Cava.
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SBMBlog on Wednesday, August 18th, 2010 |
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Celebrity Mallorca Chef, Marc Fosh often contributes his articles and recipes to SkyBlue Mallorca Food & Wine Guide.
His latest contribution has been an article on Aubergines including some delicious aubergine recipes.
Did you know that at one time fashion conscious women used to use a black dye made from aubergine skins to stain their teeth?
Read Marc Fosh’s article for more interesting facts about the aubergine, and you will also find recipes for Babaganous, Mallorca stuffed Aubergines and Aubergine and Houmous grills.
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SBMBlog on Sunday, August 15th, 2010 |
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Johnny is the Head Chef at Can Eduardo Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca.
Johnny is originally from Ireland and started cooking at a very young age.
Johnny explains: ‘After two years studying, working and learning in the US, I went back to work in the kitchens at the Country House Hotels and after about 10 years I came to live here in Mallorca, to learn Spanish and Spanish cuisine. I will always be grateful to all the people here who have supported me in my adventures. I learn something new and enjoy myself every day.’
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SBMBlog on Friday, August 13th, 2010 |
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Essencia Restaurant in Santa Catalina is a new small, but cosy restaurant which is offering clients a few surprises.
The Chef, Claudio Vargas likes to combine flavours from lots of different cultures and cuisines and the result is a cuisine which is full of flavour and character and which never fails to surprise.
Essencia allows young artists to exhibit their work on its walls and the cuisine varies according to the type of art they are exhibiting at the time.
All of this is complemented by cocktails made with flair by the bar man Hector Riquelme. Try the Pamjy cocktail, which is a refreshing mixture of Pisco, Malibu, sweet and sour lemon and mango foam.
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SBMBlog on Tuesday, August 10th, 2010 |
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Sa Taronja Cultural Centre organises regular Wine Club nights at its restaurant Limon y Chelo.
These evenings give guests the opportunity to try different wines in a pleasant atmosphere and to enjoy a very good meal afterwards at the restaurant.
The next wine evening will take place on the 12th of August and will feature wines from Son Prim winery in Sencelles.
Son Prim winery is a small family run estate which produces outstanding Mallorcan wines.
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SBMBlog on Saturday, August 7th, 2010 |
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The Castillo Hotel Son Vida Hotel in Mallorca is preparing a very special event in October 2010, called the ‘Gourmet Grand Prix’.
Seven of Mallorca’s best chefs will come together on this unique occasion, each will create a dish using local Mallorcan products which guests will then be able to enjoy with wine, champagne and live music.
The Gourmet Grand Prix will be an extraordinary culinary experience, held at an exquisite setting in Mallorca, and showcasing local Mediterranean and Mallorcan cuisine.
Find out more about the Gourmet Grand Prix, Mallorca.
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SBMBlog on Thursday, August 5th, 2010 |
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Butxet winery is located in Muro in the north of Mallorca.
It’s location is very significant; it is one of the only wineries situated in the north of Mallorca, near the sea, and next to a nature reserve. All these natural factors have a very special influence on the vineyards and mean that the winery is able to produce wines which are very unique.
Butxet wines are soft, creamy and easy to drink. ‘We want people to enjoy drinking them, that is our main aim.’ says Llorenc, the winemaker at Butxet.
Butxet wines have already won a number of national prizes, even though their first wine production was in 2005.
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SBMBlog on Monday, August 2nd, 2010 |
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If you live in Palma de Mallorca, or indeed have ever visited, you will no doubt now about the area of Santa Catalina.
Santa Catalina is one of the oldest areas of the city and, although it has been renovated over the years, still maintains its old age charm.
It is now one of the trendiest areas of the city, attracting young cosmopolitan crowds who love to sit on its cafe terraces and frequent the wide variety of restaurants it has to offer.
SkyBlue Mallorca features a long list of Santa Catalina Restaurants which offer everything from authentic Italian to Vietnamese food.
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SBMBlog on Friday, July 30th, 2010 |
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Delicioso Catering (based in Santa Ponsa, Mallorca) is organising barbecue evenings every Thursday evening during the summer. The barbecues take place in Cala Falco, on the beach and there is even a Spanish guitarist there to set the mood.
Every Thursday there is a different menu on offer and it includes 3 courses of Delicioso’s fresh and modern cuisine for only 20 Euros per head. Great value for money.
Delicioso specialises in Asian, Mediterranean and French classic cuisine, and is well known in Mallorca for offering a fresh, modern perspective to all your catering needs.
Join Delicioso at Cala Falco beach every Thursday from 8-10pm.
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SBMBlog on Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 |
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Mood Beach Bar & Restaurant in Costa den Blanes, Mallorca is celebrating its 3rd anniversary next week.
Mood is a very versatile venue with its own restaurant, beach bar and night club. Its location by the sea in Costa den Blanes makes it very comfortable and extremely popular.
To celebrate its 3 successful years Mood is putting on a huge party in honour of ‘The Best of Mallorca’. The party includes a gala dinner and top class entertainment from some of the island’s best artists. Jaime Anglada and the performers from Son Amar dinner show will be presenting exclusive performances.
To join in the celebrations please book in advance by emailing vicki@moodbeach.com
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SBMBlog on Monday, July 26th, 2010 |
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Son Prim winery in Mallorca has recently launched its first ‘coupage’ wine, Son Prim Cup 2007.
It is made using local Mallorcan grape varieties; Mantonegro, Cabernet Sauvignon y Merlot.
Son Prim Cup was presented to the public at a special event held at the Es Baluard Museum in Palma.
The wine has already been awarded its first prize; it has been selected as one of the 100 best wines in Spain by a prestigious Dutch magazine.
For more information on Son Prim Cup 2007 and other high quality Son Prim Mallorca wines visit SkyBlueMallorca.com
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SBMBlog on Friday, July 23rd, 2010 |
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The Fosh Food Group has recently reinvented its establishment in Calle Blanquerna (previously known as Fosh Food) and it is now a Spanish Regional Restaurant called Tasca de Blanquerna.
Chef and co founder Marc Fosh has always had a passion for traditional food from all the regions in Spain and has developed a long list of his own recipes, which always have a healthy touch to them.
Clients can enjoy a dish of the day, which changes daily, a weekly set menu, or the a la carte menu.
The great thing about this restaurant is that the kitchen is open plan which means that clients can watch their food being prepared to order while enjoying a glass of Spanish wine.
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SBMBlog on Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 |
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Satyricon Restaurant in Alcudia has live music every Monday and Thursday from 20:30-22:30 (Cello and singer) and every Sunday from 20:00-23:00 (Cello and piano).
Satyricon Restaurant is an old theatre which has been converted into an atmospheric restaurant offering excellent cuisine by chef Raul Resino.
Specialties include market cuisine, fresh fish, meat and homemade desserts.
Satyricon was already the perfect place for an intimate dinner and these live music evenings make it even more perfect.
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SBMBlog on Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 |
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EsVerger Extra Virgin Olive Oil, made in Esporlas, Mallorca has recently been chosen as one of the 250 best olive oils in the world by the Feinschmecker International Gourmet Journal.
Es Verger Olive Oil is the only oil produced on the island which is made at an estate where wine is also produced. The Fullana family have managed to combine the two and produce very highly esteemed wines as well as an exceptional olive oil.
Es Verger Olive Oil is available to buy at specialist shops across Mallorca as well as at the Corte Ingles department store in Palma.
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SBMBlog on Monday, July 12th, 2010 |
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Wineing Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca, which is already well known for being a popular haunt for wine enthusiasts, is presenting two very exciting events this summer.
On the 19th of July from 18:00 to 20:00 and
on the 2nd of August from 18:00 to 20:00
You will be able to take part in a Blind wine tasting of five different Mallorcan wines.
The names of the wines will not be revealed until the end of the wine tasting and each wine will be accompanied by a Tapas dish.
The aim of the wine tasting is to introduce people to autochthonous grape varieties and hwo to tell them apart according to their taste, colour, texture and aroma.
These events cost €25 per person.
To book your place or for more information please contact Wineing Restaurant on 971214011 or 971721745.
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SBMBlog on Thursday, July 8th, 2010 |
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The garden terrace is now open at Sa Torre de Santa Eugenia Restaurant in Santa Eugenia, Mallorca.
Sa Torre serves up traditional, Mediterranean and Mallorcan cuisine accompanied by fantastic wines. 
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SBMBlog on Wednesday, July 7th, 2010 |
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Las bodegas Jose Luis Ferrer en Binissalem, Mallorca acaban de lanzar su línea de vinos ecológicos.
Para más información visita SkyBlue Mallorca Guía Gastronómica.
Vinos ecológicos en Mallorca.
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SBMBlog on Monday, July 5th, 2010 |
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Jose Luis Ferrer Winery in Binissalem Mallorca has launched its range of organic wines.
