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Discover the Saffron of Menorca: The Most Precious Strands
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
Explore the organic cultivation of saffron in Menorca and have a taste
Around November in central Menorca, the violet colour of saffron transforms the landscape. This food and wine experience invites you to learn about the history and harvesting process of saffron, and to taste products made with this precious spice. From its historical roots to its recent revival, Menorcan saffron offers a unique experience of culinary tradition and innovation.
In the middle of winter, the heart of Menorca is tinged with violet thanks to the flowering saffron. These golden strands, acclaimed internationally, find the perfect environment for their organic cultivation on this Balearic island. Visitors can go into the plantation, taste products made with this ancient spice and discover its different uses through a cooking showcase.
The iSafra project, born from the genius of a young Italian agricultural technician and his love for the land of Menorca, has rescued saffron production on the island from oblivion. Purchasing bulbs from Jiloca, Teruel and planting them in the fertile lands of Menorca has created saffron of a superior quality, renowned for its intense colour and deep aroma. A visit to Santa Margarita farm is an all-round experience: a tour of the flowering fields, tasting of local products and an exhibition where you can find out more about saffron’s culinary uses. Contacting Sa Cooperativa del Camp is the first step to immerse yourself in this extraordinary culinary adventure in Menorca, a journey of flavours and tradition that connects the island’s past with its present.
