Gourmet Tour - Gastronomy With Gusto

After leaving the pier, enjoy a brief but informative drive through charming Palma de Mallorca, whose skyline is dominated by the 14th-century Bellver Castle, stopping at Palma's marvelous Cathedral. Then we will head to the MERCADO EL OLIVAR, where you will see a cornucopia of fresh fruits and vegetables from the orchard, artisan Mallorcan cheeses and succulent seafood. As the city's main market, it is always full of people shopping. As you wander around at your leisure, you will get an insight into Palma's gastronomy. Most of the stalls have been in the market for decades, and you are likely to see every kind of local delicacy imaginable, from the most traditional to the most exotic. Many of the vendors have their own boats, guaranteeing the freshest seafood. Local farmers supply the produce, and artisans make most of the sausages and cheeses. The Olive Grove Market is an extraordinary destination to observe daily life as locals engage in lively conversation and friendly bargaining with vendors. After this revealing introduction to the market, you will head to the a local restaurant to sample a selection of dishes representative of Mallorcan cuisine. The menu usually includes Iberian pork, a potato omelette, black bread toast, a variety of cheeses, salmon or entrecote and cheesecake. A selection of wines and liquors will also be served.