This is a guest post by Tom Bourlet.
Large amounts of tourists from all over the world take their holidays in Magaluf, Majorca, each year.
Some arrive clutching their beach towels in anticipation of enjoyable days underneath the Mediterranean sun. Others are eager to try the famous Spanish cocktails and party hard in the local nightclubs.
Very few visitors think about the gastronomical experiences that they can have in this busy coastal resort. And yet food lovers are presented with the opportunity to try some of the delicious dishes famous in Magaluf!
1. Ensaimadas
The best way of starting an action packed day in Magaluf is to bite into an ensaimada.
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These buns are made out of bread, flour, water, sugar, eggs and pig’s lard. They have a smooth texture and can be purchased in various sizes, ideal for sharing or nibbling at your leisure.
2. Tapas
As the sun sets in the Mediterranean sky, the hungry tourists head out to explore the dining options that Magaluf has to offer. You could join your friends for some fantastic Majorcan tapas at the luxurious Pardos restaurant. Just remember to avoid the spicy sauce if you want to impress the opposite sex during your holiday to Magaluf.
3. Fideua
If you don’t fancy tapas then there is always the option of heading out to one of the beach-front restaurants and ordering the tasty Fideua. It is very similar to the traditional paella. However, the rice is substituted for good quality noodles.
4. Turron
You are encouraged to try the sweet turron bar at some point during your Magaluf holidays with Directline holidays. This light bite was traditionally made in the charming Spanish town of Xixona. It has a soft texture and makes for the perfect pudding.
5. Fast Food
After dancing the night away to tunes played by the big name dj’s at BCM Planet Dance or The Office Club you may be in the mood for some fast food. You’ll discover burger bars and fish and chip shops that stay open well into the night on the Magaluf strip. Most use Spanish produce in the creation of calorific snacks.
So next time you’re in Magaluf, be sure to not only relax on the beach, but also eat a few of the local specialties!
About the Author: Tom is a world traveler that enjoys spending time in Magaluf and sampling all the wonderful food.
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High Rated Gabru
2 years ago
Great Article it its really informative and innovative keep us posted with new updates. its was really valuable. thanks a lot.
Vishal Kaushik
4 years ago
Awesome.
Vishal Kaushik
4 years ago
Wow…that’s great.
Travlnook
11 years ago
Tom, you seem to know Spain quite well)) Pretty good points. I would only add one more special point: Tossa de Mar! A small boat town in Catalunya, so endlessly beautiful! As for me I can’t go to Spain and skip Tossa.
http://traveltriptips.wordpress.com/2013/09/11/tossa-de-mar-beaches-costa-brava-spain/
jessie @ travel 2 where
11 years ago
Loving the sound of Fideua, not had this but I am a big fan of Paella so I think it would go down well. I am heading out to Majorca for a couple of weeks next summer so will definitely be giving this a go.
Mark Wiens
11 years ago
Great to hear that Jessie, hope you have a wonderful trip!
Lauren Heineck
12 years ago
Majorcan food is wonderful! Tom captured a lot of important aspects of its food culture. Just to clarify a couple of things; they are spelled ‘ensaimadas’, and Audrey is right about the photo, that is ‘flan de turrón’ a turrón flavored flan. Turrón comes in many flavors and consistencies, but the most common being a hard almond, egg white and honey block (turrón de Alicante) and a softer pliable version of toasted ground almonds from Xixona (Jijona), of which Tom speaks of. Cheers, salud!
Mark Wiens
12 years ago
Hey Lauren, thanks for sharing all this great information about turron! I will go back and make the correction, thanks!
Agness (@Agnesstramp)
12 years ago
Tapas look yummy, but I have never heard of Fideua. Fast food? I say NO to fast food!
Mark Wiens
12 years ago
Thanks Agness, I say no to fast food too!
Audrey | That Backpacker
12 years ago
The turron looks tasty! It looks a lot like flan, and I do love me some flan – with a scoop of dulce de leche on top! 😀
Mark Wiens
12 years ago
Some dulce de leche would be incredible!
ciki
12 years ago
hmmm.. looks tasty.. but you mean I can only try the Turron if I am on Directline holidays ? LOL. kidding 😛
Mark Wiens
12 years ago
Haha, thanks Ciki!
Stephanie – The Travel Chica
12 years ago
That first photo of the cheeses and meats looks delicious!
Mark Wiens
12 years ago
Definitely does!
Mary@familyholidayguide
12 years ago
Ensemaida is my favorite. Most of the veggies and other stuffings can be found inside. Some even can customize their own ensemaida. I tried ensemaida with some coffee in the city center of Majorca.
Mark Wiens
12 years ago
Cool, thanks for sharing Mary. With some coffee sounds even better!
sully86
12 years ago
i think the picture of the turron, is worth much more than a mona lisa. Gorgeous..
Mark Wiens
12 years ago
Haha, it does look tasty!