The fun of Ibiza which has gained fame for the best nightlife and fantastic beaches also has a delicious cuisine that depicts the cultures that had been passed on by the natives. From traditional Mediterranean fare to contemporary fusion cuisine, here are the top five must-try dishes for food enthusiasts visiting Ibiza:From traditional Mediterranean fare to contemporary fusion cuisine, here are the top five must-try dishes for food enthusiasts visiting Ibiza:
Bullit de Peix: L’ Ibiza emblematic plate is the robust fish stew Bullit de Peix made with local seafood ingredients such as fish boiled with potatoes, garlic, saffron and a hint of olive oil. Along with iiangredients rice and alioli sauce, such an exquisite food and highly aromatic dish simply become the embodiment of Ibiza fine seafood cuisine.
Sofrit Pagès: Revel in the extreme tastes that Sofrit Pagès, a traditional Ibicenco meal, has to offer. This is a perfect example of the culture of the island that is intrinsically agrarian. Consequently, made of lamb, chicken, and pork which have been cooked slowly accompanied by spuds and sobrasada sausages along with herbs, this stew is a soul satisfying culinary pleasure whose flavor make home become heaven.
Ensaimada: Give in to the temptation of Ensaimada, a symbol of the Spanish cuisine and the result of the influence the Balearic Islands have over the culinary scene. Fashioned from dough sweetened and usually flavoured with lard and twisted into curly spirals before baking- that’s the way ensaïmada is made. A tradition from time immemorial, Ensaimada can be enjoyed as a breakfast or dessert delicacy and best paired with a cup of local café con leche.
Gambas al Ajillo: An open invitation to try out the flavours of the Mediterranean – it is Gambas al Ajillo, a simple Spanish tapas dish with sumptuous sautéed fresh prawns infused with garlic-based olive oil and garnished with ground chili and parsley. Being published on principle of the “from the sea to your plate” this elementary appetizer is a must try for seafood lovers in Ibiza.
