It is the dessert par excellence of Formentera gas-tronomy and one of the dishes that requires the most preparation. Flaó (a typical cheese cake) is the result of a mix of various ingredients which at first glance seem very different such as the fresh cheese and mint that give it ...Leer más

One of Formentera's most traditional recipes is “peix sec” (dried fish), made by the island fishermen and which is basically used to prepare what is known as “ensalada payesa” (peasant salad – a typical potato salad), although it can  also be consumed in other ways too. Drying fish is a technique ...Leer más

Up to this point in our review of Formentera gas-tronomy, seafood, fish, cheese and wine have been discussed as indispensable elements. Now its time to talk about the importance meat and its derivatives also have in the island’s traditional recipe book. There are dishes made with pork and those made with ...Leer más

 Winemaking in Formentera is a traditional activity that has been carried out on the island longer than time can remember. There are records of wine production and making since the 8th century and even though the island was unpopulated for three centuries, grape and wine growing spread when it was ...Leer más

Few people know that the oldest spirits distillery of the Pine Islands actually has its roots in Formentera before moving on to Ibiza. Wild herbs have been used on Formentera for cooking and seasoning various dishes as well as to produce medicinal remedies or stomach settlers. We’ve already discussed their use as ...Leer más

Formentera cheese is a scarce product that is still made by peasant women using artisan methods. By scarce, it is meant that the production is very small and basically done for self-consumption. They are made from raw goat’s and sheep’s milk which is curdled with thistle flower which is known as ...Leer más

The island of Formentera is internationally known for its beaches and landscapes, its environment and the peace with which it welcomes visitors; it’s a natural treasure that attracts everyone who visits. However, Formentera also has a gastronomic heritage that is worth highlighting,  based on tradition and essentially Mediterranean elements with ...Leer más

We could not conclude this guide without referring to various essential elements of the island’s gastronomy which are perhaps less well-known than those above, but which are worth revealing and highlighting. The first is salt, specifically "Natural Formentera Liquid Salt” – a natural flavour enhancer that is obtained from the Salines ...Leer más

Seafood and fish are present in the majority of Formentera dishes; this is quite logical given that the inhabitants of the island have always made the most of their marine resources. One of the species which today is very rare is the “raor” (cleaver wrasse), also known as the Mediterranean ...Leer más