Mallorcan cuisine is a reflection of its history, geography and culture. Authentic, fresh and local flavours which combine the traditional way to prepare and conserve ingredients with the most modern culinary techniques. And the base of it all is always the tasty and healthy Mediterranean diet, with olive oil and superior-quality local products the most outstanding ingredients, the vast majority of them grown or produced on the island. 

Unique dining experiences many of which can be traced back to ancient peasant culture and reflect the occupation of the island by a range of different cultures. We are proud of our traditions, and delighted to offer you a few suggestions to help you journey to the heart of Mallorca through its cuisine.  

And the setting for this journey are two unparalleled rural treasures, Can Ribera by Zafiro and Son Sabater by Zafiro, the two jewels in the crown of our Zafiro Boutique Collection. Both of the hotels are steeped in history and boast exceptional views over the Sierra de Tramuntana mountains, along with all the luxury, comfort and overall excellence that defines Zafiro Hotels. 

Index

1. Can Ribera by Zafiro: authentic flavours in a modern and sophisticated style 
2. Son Sabater by Zafiro: healthy dining and traditional recipes 
3. Zafiro Boutique Collection: local cuisine in exceptional settings 

The most traditional dishes in Mallorcan cuisine include simple dishes such as “tumbet” (a vegetarian dish with aubergine, red peppers, tomatoes and potatoes), “pa amb oli” (rustic bread topped with grated tomato, olive oil, olives, cheese, ham or fish) and “frito mallorquín” (based on a mixture of fried offal and vegetables), or recipes that require far more time and preparation such as “arroz brut” (a savoury rice casserole) or “caldereta de langosta” (a lobster stew). 

And visitors must also never forget to try all the different local sausages and cold cuts (sobrasada, camaiot, botifarró, etc.) and the delicious island desserts (ensaimada, gató or almond cake, loquat dessert, etc.). And all of this great food is also further enhanced by the age-old wine-growing traditions of the island and the flavourful local varieties of grape, such as the Manto Negro or Callet. 

The most traditional liqueur on the island is known as “hierbas mallorquinas”, and it also occupies a very special place alongside all the deliciousness of the food and wine. It’s made with a mixture of local herbs, anise and sugar, and is usually drunk after a meal.  

Can Ribera by Zafiro: authentic flavours in a modern and sophisticated style 

The cuisine on offer in this 4-star inland hotel in the picturesque town of Muro, invites you in to enjoy a little taste of Mallorca in a setting which exudes peace and serenity. Located in the hotel's beautiful courtyard, the restaurant is open to both guests and visitors. 

Every dish is a work of art, combining traditions, modernity and techniques to showcase the most typical seasonal ingredients on the island, with many classic dishes prepared in an innovative way, and even some traditional recipes which had almost been forgotten. 

The continental breakfast is also very varied and extensive, offering a range of both sweet and savoury options as well as eggs cooked to order. A perfect way to start the day with a great energy boost. 

Dinners are a very special experience at the Can Ribera Restaurant by Zafiro. Designed by two young Mallorcan chefs, the new menu is inspired by the beautiful scenery of the island and a reinterpretation of traditional recipes and innovative creations: a seasonal “coca mallorquina” (a type of shortcrust pastry pizza), grilled octopus with a sobrasada sauce, squid stuffed with prawns, fried broccoli with spicy Japanese mayonnaise, glazed lamb ribs... each and every one of them totally delicious. 

The passion for local produce is also reflected in the restaurant wine cellar, where the wines from top local wineries take pride of place. Mallorcan wineries: Bodegas Miquel Oliver, Bodegas Butxet, Bodegas Binigrau, Bodegas Vinyes Mortitx… 

Don’t miss it if you... 

• Are looking for an idyllic location to celebrate a very special occasion.
• Want to plan a romantic dinner full of Mediterranean aromas on a beautiful outdoor patio.
• Would like to treat yourself to traditional Mallorcan dishes prepared with the most innovative techniques.

Son Sabater by Zafiro: healthy dining and traditional recipes 

The dining experiences at this 4-star agrotourism hotel in the heart of rural Sa Pobla are sure to titillate your taste buds. Open to both the public and hotel guests, the dishes explore the diversity of local flavours and also focus on healthy eating. 

This is made easier by the fact that many ingredients come fresh from the hotel’s private organic garden, providing the hotel with aubergines, courgettes, peppers, aromatic herbs, vegetables and fruit. Cuisine which allows visitors to connect with the land, with nature and with themselves. 

The calmness and beauty of mornings on the island can be enjoyed even more with a Mediterranean breakfast in this privileged natural environment, including sweet and savoury options, local cheese and cold cuts, freshly brewed coffee… 

And treat yourself to one of the exquisite and innovative dishes included on the menu: vegetarian or Black Angus burgers, Andalusian-style squid with smoked kimchi mayonnaise, giant prawns in a coconut and panko batter... 

The dinners at Son Sabater By Zafiro put the perfect finishing touch to any unforgettable day. The menu offers an exceptional sensory journey to the Mallorca of yesteryear. Grilled vegetables with Mallorcan cheese, mussels with a sobrasada marinara sauce, sea bass ceviche, Sóller oranges and fresh fruit, Iberian pork with Mahón cheese and Mallorcan sobrasada… all impossible to resist. 

The fertility of the land and a taste for local products can also be seen in island wines. The wine menu includes well-known wines and cavas from the most prestigious wine-producing regions. These include Es Mussol (Bodegas Conde de Syruro), Roure (Bodegas Miquel Gelabert), Anima Negre AN-I (Bodegas Anima Negre), Taïka (Bodegas Castell d'Encus), etc. 

Don’t miss it if you...

• Want to share delicious dishes with healthy, local ingredients in a rural setting.
• Want to discover the roots of rural Mallorca through its cuisine.
• Want to appreciate the “slow life” so typical of Mallorca through its dishes.

Zafiro Boutique Collection: local cuisine in exceptional settings 

This collection consists of the Son Sabater by Zafiro and Can Ribera by Zafiro hotels, two oases of peace in the heart of Sierra de Tramuntana mountains, famous for their superior-quality local cuisine and their prime locations, stunning views and carefully designed decoration. 

Can Ribera by Zafiro is located in an elegant, historic 19th century manor house in the peaceful town of Muro. It is the perfect base for exploring all the treasures of Mallorca and appreciating the calm of the Mediterranean. It provides 21 spacious and bright suites with their own personality, with high ceilings and traditional Mallorcan exposed wooden beams. 

Son Sabater by Zafiro is located in the beautiful countryside around Sa Pobla, surrounded by a holm-oak forest and carob plantations. This agrotourism hotel is located within a 16th-century Mallorcan country estate, and reflects the genuine rural charm of the island. It provides 12 rooms built using traditional Mallorcan stone and natural wood, as well as 3 magnificent villas, all surrounded by a beautiful natural environment and with exquisite attention to detail.