She was 220 kilos (485 pounds). She was black and white (and pink) and huge. She met her fate on a chilly morning in the middle of January in the back yard of Maria and Mateo’s house in rural Mallorca, not 1 kilometer from the village of Artá. I never met her, but I am... Continue Reading →
SPAIN: Police Raid Europe’s Largest Turtle Farm In Mallorca, Shut It Down — Tourism Observer
Spanish authorities have dismantled the facility, which contained 1,100 animals and 14 of the 50 most endangered turtle species. Spanish Civil Guard has just shut down what it calls the largest illegal turtle hatchery in Europe, on the island of Mallorca. According to police the farm contained 1,110 turtles and tortoises. This haul included 14 […]... Continue Reading →
How to make you holiday more eco-friendly. Help us keep Mallorca clean. Please!
I love the word 'eco-tourism'. It combines both two concepts I very much love, travel and love of the Earth. And don't they go hand in hand? We love to travel because we love to see more of the earth we love. The Earth is beautiful because of all it different eco-systems and thanks... Continue Reading →
Where to Eat in Artá, Mallorca
Hi everyone! I've decided to list my preferred and recommended restaurants in Artá because people are always asking. We are really lucky here in Mallorca to have an abundance and variety of good fresh veggies all year round, not to mention an array of local meats and cheeses, and fresh local fish. Now, there... Continue Reading →
Adopt a Snail! Name it in the honor of a loved-one.
There are thousands of snails here in the far eastern part of Mallorca, Spain, also known as Mallorca Llevant. The poor things are everywhere constantly searching for food and often finding a terrible fate. They are a delicacy here in Mallorca, as they are quite delicious, so every year thousands end up served in a... Continue Reading →
Pop-Up Dinner Concert Artá, June 8th and 9th! Save the Date!
Now this is whimsical indeed! Hosted by Laura Lockington and myself, we are delighted to announce that Chef Kanthi Thamma of The Spice Circuit is coming to Artá to do a pop-up gourmet, Southern Indian, 6-course dinner right here in my own garden! While he is in the kitchen performing his magic, I will be... Continue Reading →
Pajitas de papel para Mallorca 2018!
Atención Restaurantes y bares en Mallorca! ¡Esta temporada turística ha comenzado y este año intentemos hacer las cosas de manera diferente! Más amable con el medio ambiente, por ejemplo! Hace poco tuve una conversación con el dueño de un restaurante en Santa Catalina sobre su problema con la paja de plástico. Sí, es una problema.... Continue Reading →