If you’re dreaming of sun-soaked beaches and crystal-clear waters, the Balearic Islands are probably already on your radar. But let me tell you, the real treasure here isn’t just the stunning views—it’s the food. The cuisine of the Balearic Islands is a vibrant tapestry of fresh ingredients, traditional recipes, and a dash of Mediterranean magic. Ready to dive in? Let’s explore the flavours that make this archipelago a food lover’s paradise. What Makes Balearic Islands Cuisin

CASA MARCAL Three Michelin Stars (New 2025) The drive to the restaurant, situated in the heart of the mountains, is via a narrow road through the beautiful Asturian countryside, and the views are amazing. Beware of the narrow winding roads where you must be careful of grazing cows and sheep. The restaurant's modest façade contrasts with its elegant stone interior, which features exposed wooden beams and a few contemporary decorative details. There is an attractive bar are

Discovering Authentic Ibicencan Cuisine CAFETERÍA CA’N JORDI - LAS PUERTAS DE CIELO If you plan to visit, you’ll need a car or a bicycle. From Sant Antoni de Portmany (San Antonio), drive towards Santa Agnés de Corona. At the T-junction near Cafeteria Ca’n Cosmi, famous for its tortilla (Spanish omelette), turn left. Once you leave the village, there are no signs, but the drive is straightforward. The views of the almond blossoms in February are breathtaking! Continue for abo

CHIRINGUITO SA TRINXA UPDATE JULY 2025 From July 1, 2025, Chiringuitos on Ses Salinas beach are no longer permitted to have DJs playing. CDs and background music are allowed. Due to regulations of the Ses Salines Natural Park, Chiringuito Sa Trinxa has been forced to suspend DJ performances. We have been here many times before and will return in 2026 This is the place for people-watching. On arrival at the ses Salinas beach, turn left and keep walking until you reach the gree

RESTAURANT POMELO PLAYA (ex Sa Bresca) UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2025 The chiringuito on Cala Gracio only opened in 2025. The beds are reasonable, and the service is good. Previously called Sa Bresca, now owned by The Mambo Group, so, unfortunately, the prices are incredibly overpriced. They have renamed the bar Pomelo Playa. They charge €6 for a small beer (0.3 litres) and €8 for a large beer (0.5 litres). The cheapest bottle of wine is €45; the Tomato Salad is €26; the Beach Burge

Our friend Terry Soper has just spent a week in the Northeast of Ibiza at the family-friendly resort of Es Cana. This is the 6th year in a row he has stayed here, so it comes highly recommended. HOTEL ANFORA IBIZA Carrer des Pou d’en Cardona, 9, 07849, Ibiza +34 971 330 176 www.anforaibiza.com This family-friendly hotel is set back from the main strip on a side street, ensuring a peaceful night’s sleep. The hotel is immaculately clean. Terry is a regular visitor here. The ho

THE TERRACE TAPAS & WINE BAR During our brief visit to Ilfracombe, we tried what I believe is the only Spanish restaurant in town. We were served surprisingly good tapas, which was somewhat unexpected in North Devon. Clive Chilcott runs the Terrace Tapas & Wine Bar alongside his partner, Dawn Mullen, who is the excellent chef. Together, they have owned this restaurant since 2016, striving to bring a little piece of sunny Spain to Ilfracombe and North Devon. It seems they hav

VANDAL PALMA A guest review by Siddu Amin. We grabbed a seat near the open-plan kitchen at Vandal in Santa Catalina, where the menu reads like a map of the world with influences from South America, Asia and Europe. It’s loud, so it’s not the place for an intimate dinner, but it’s fun. To start, we had, Gazpacho de puerros y patatas como pre-entrante (leek and potato gazpacho pre-starter). Followed by, Taco mexicano de pescado adobado con auténtica tortilla xólotl de maíz nixt

SES OLIVERES A guest review from Siddu Amin. This beautiful terraced restaurant has a handful of tables outside the entrance, which may appeal to those wanting a closer look at the old wooden trams that descend from Sollér up in the hills. We arrived on Sunday afternoon, having tried and failed to book a table over the phone the previous day. There is no online booking option, so you’ll need to call or book in person. Thankfully, the manager squeezed us in on the day, and we

RESTAURANTE LASAI Michelin Plate While we were in Bilbao, we had lunch at Lasai. The entrance is in a basement down a side street, so it’s not easy to find. Once inside, there is a lovely, relaxed vibe and a good atmosphere. The team behind this concept is Bilbao native and chef David Garcia, who holds one Michelin star for Corral de la Morería and serves as the gastronomic director here. The head chef is Igor Méndez. Once settled in, we chose the Crystal tasting menu. To