I spent my ferragosto – the week in Italy, and many parts of Europe, that coincides with the religious holiday of 15 August – with my sister and dear friends in Formentera, Spain.
One of the Balearic Islands, Formentera is the tranquil cousin island of party-central Ibiza.
While it still packs a real punch if nightlife is your thing, it’s predominantly a haven of hippy markets and shops, quaint towns and sparkling blue Caribbean-like waters.
But Formentera can also hang its hat on cuisine – from local to international to fusion, the island really has something for everyone. I had some fantastic meals while there and I wanted to share these pics with you.
Pan con tomate & sangria – what else for aperitivo!
Tuna tataki with cous cous
Marinated red mullet with guacamole
Crema catalana
Spaghetti with lobster
Pan tomat
Jamon
Paprika octopus carpaccio
Spaghetti with prawn and chilli brandy
Paella
Moscardini – fried baby calamari
Risotto with asparagus and lobster
And more.. Paella!
Signing off from Trastevere (trying to overcome a major bout of post holiday depression),
Baci Maria
