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Discover the Honey of Menorca: A Culinary Delight
FROM LOCAL PRODUCER TO TABLE
FROM LOCAL PRODUCER TO TABLE
FROM LOCAL PRODUCER TO TABLE
FROM LOCAL PRODUCER TO TABLE
FROM LOCAL PRODUCER TO TABLE
FROM LOCAL PRODUCER TO TABLE
Delve into Menorca's tradition of beekeeping and taste its famous honey, appreciated since Roman times
In Menorca, honey is more than just another product: it’s a culinary experience that connects you with the island’s history and nature. Roman writer Pliny hailed it as the second best in the world, after that of Greece. As early as the 18th century, it was being exported to Paris and London. Nowadays, we can not only taste it, but also visit some of the island's producers.
Menorca’s honey owes its unique flavour to the island’s diverse flowers and the protection afforded to its environment as a Biosphere Reserve. This is a paradise for bees, reflected in the production of a variety of fine, delicious honeys. These include both multifloral and monofloral honeys made from sulla, heather, rosemary and blackberry.
Menorcan producers such as Illa de Mel, Dolçamar and Mel D'Algairens have received awards and recognition both nationally and internationally. Some of them not only provide us with an excellent product, but also allow us to tour their facilities. During the tour, we can learn about how the hives are organised and the honey extraction process. We can also taste the honey and appreciate a truly special product. You must book in advance to enjoy this unique experience.
Honey has always played an important role in Menorcan cuisine. Traditionally, it’s eaten with sobrassada sausage or soft cheese, making some of the island's most exquisite snacks. Aubergines with honey and mantega (butter), a traditional dessert eaten on All Saints' Day, is one of many popular recipes that embrace this wonderful product given to us by bees.
