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Balearic Islands,
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Food & Drink: The varied local cuisine includes rabbit, a wide selection of seafood and pork dishes, Mahón cheeses from Menorca, numerous locally grown fruits and vegetables. Dishes include Mallorcan ensaimada (light, sweet pastry roll), Ibizan flao, graixonere de peix, tumbet, escaldums of chicken, sobresada, Mallorcan soups, and mayonnaise, the famous culinary invention from Menorca.
The islands have plenty of good wines and aromatic liqueurs, such as palo, which is made from locally grown St John’s bread (carob beans) and frigola. Imported alcoholic and soft drinks are also widely available.
Nightlife: There are numerous nightclubs and discos (especially in Ibiza), some with open-air dancefloors overlooking the sea, floorshows, live bands and orchestras. There are also many cinemas, theatres, concerts and art exhibitions. Approximately 18km (11 miles) west of Palma, in Magaluf, there is an elegant casino with a large restaurant. For the latest news on the local nightlife, and details of current events, artistic and cultural, consult the local English-language newspaper, The Bulletin.
Shopping: On the Balearic Islands, there is a strong tradition of craftmanship. Purchases include furniture, hand embroidered works, handpainted ceramics, carved olive-wood panels, wrought ironwork, glassware, items made from raffia and palm leaves, handmade shoes, the famous pearls made in Mallorca and other costume jewellery from Menorca. Shopping hours: Mon-Sat 0900-1300 and 1630-1930.
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