The gastronomy of Menorca is famous for its traditional recipes. It roots go back to medieval times and is as much Catalan as it is Arabic.  Cakes and pastries which combine Muslim, Catalan and British influences are specialities of island.

Made from natural and fresh produce from the land and sea, you will find dishes to surprise and delight the most demanding palate.

The most outstanding things are: the delicious meat from the island farms; fresh fish; shellfish and lobster (bases for the famous caldereta - lobster stew); farmhouse cheese made in Menorcan farms, with a denomination of origin and traditional cold meats.

Jam, honey and bakery products can be added to the gastronomic tradition of the island. As far as drinks are concerned, gin, that was a drink inherited from the English domination, is still made today in distilleries using traditional methods. Fruit liqueurs and herbal digestifs are also made in a traditional manner.

Handmade Cheese from Mahon is considered one of the best cheeses in Europe. Mayonnaise, introduced by the French to the court of Louis XV, following the conquest of Menorca, is the best known recipe internationally that was born from Menorcan gastronomy.