Flavours of the Land: Traditional Mallorcan Products You Must Try (and Where to Find Them)
Some places stay with you through a scent, a flavour, a texture. Mallorca is one of them. Beyond its stunning landscapes, the island can be discovered through the palate — through local products full of history, character and Mediterranean soul. From Hotel Mon Port & Spa, we invite you to explore some of the island’s most authentic flavours, along with tips on where to find them and how to enjoy them to the fullest during your stay in Port d’Andratx.
Sobrasada, Cheese and Olive Oil: The Essential Trio
If there are three products that define the taste of Mallorca, they are:
- Sobrasada de Mallorca: a cured sausage seasoned with paprika, protected by a PGI (Protected Geographical Indication). The porc negre (Mallorcan black pig) variety is especially prized.
- Aged Mahón cheese: although originally from Menorca, you’ll find it in every market on the island, with cured, semi-cured and fresh versions.
- Extra virgin olive oil with DO: especially those produced in the Serra de Tramuntana and Es Pla areas — intense, fruity, and traditionally crafted.
Where to find them? At the Andratx Market, held every Wednesday, or at local gourmet shops that promote zero-kilometre producers.
Almonds, Honey and Citrus: Pure Mediterranean Taste
Mallorca is a land of fruit trees, beehives and fertile gardens:
- Mallorcan almonds: while they bloom in winter, you can enjoy them all year round — as snacks, in desserts or as an ingredient in artisan ice creams.
- Local honey: from rosemary, orange blossom or lavender, depending on the season and region. Perfect as a souvenir or enjoyed at a traditional Mallorcan breakfast.
- Citrus from Sóller: oranges, lemons and grapefruits grown in the lush Sóller Valley. You can buy derivative products like marmalades, liqueurs or fresh juices at shops like the Cooperativa de Sóller.
At Mon Port’s breakfast, you’ll enjoy many of these flavours: pan moreno (rustic brown bread), tomate de ramellet, local olive oil, seasonal fruit and traditional pastries.
Herbes, Sea Salt and Characterful Wines
Other products that reflect the island’s personality include:
- Herbes mallorquines: an aniseed liqueur made with aromatic herbs, served as a digestif and widely loved by locals.
- Sea salt from Es Trenc: hand-harvested flor de sal from the island’s southern salt flats. Often sold in flavoured varieties and beautifully packaged.
- Signature wines: Mallorca has two official appellations (Binissalem and Pla i Llevant) and a growing number of boutique wineries blending innovation and tradition.
Many local shops offer hampers and gift boxes featuring a curated selection of these products — perfect to take home or give as a taste of the island.
More Than a Souvenir: A True Connection with the Island
At Hotel Mon Port & Spa, we champion local gastronomy. From the ingredients used in our restaurant to the details served at breakfast or in a cocktail at the piano bar, everything is curated to connect you with the true essence of Mallorca.
Discovering local products is not only a delicious way to experience the island — it’s also a way to support the artisans and sustainable producers who keep its spirit alive. And that, without a doubt, leaves the sweetest aftertaste.
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