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You must know that in Menorca you can practise tennis as well as badminton and Football is played all over the island - during the summer fiestas the local team will invite teams from other towns to play and these never fail to be exciting.
Nightlife
The capital of Menorca ,Mahón,is probably the most lively place on the island.In Anden Poniente,located close to the port,you will find a wide range of bars and taverns at your disposal.One of them,Muelle de Levante offers many nice summer terraces,as well as great "tapas" .
Additionally,Villacarlos has nice summer terraces and restaurants as well, specially around Cala Fonts.On the other hand for those of you in dance mood,Alayor and Punta Prima is the right place for you that with its fashionable discotheques
Eating out
If you wish to enjoy what the locals prefer, then you are likely to be better off at a restaurant with a Spanish name and taste the specialities of the island. A lot of restaurants offer a fixed lunch menu of "Menú del Día" at a fixed price that usually includes three courses, wine or water and bread. Prices vary between 1000 and 2000pts and a good one is worth seeking out.
Freshly caught fish is a safe choice for the amateurs of it as well as for those wishing to experience a great unforgettable taste experience. Be aware that Gambas (prawns) are excellent, but quite expensive. You will find high quality Pork and chicken also at your disposal at a great variety of delicious menus.
More precisely , menorcians pay the utmost attention to their cuisine and as a result they have to show a great number of restaurants offering to all visitors everything they ask for.
Many restaurants are helpful in translating the menu. However it is useful to know that most restaurants provide an economical set meal at midday - known as a Menú del Día - a similar alternative - Menú del Noche - often appearing in the evenings. If you want to see the full menu be aware to ask for “La Carta”.
If you wish to try a snack Bocadillos which are fresh crusty filled bread rolls that are available in most bars is your best choice . As well as the familiar ham or cheese, try them with a fresh hot omelette - Tortilla, with the salami or the island ‘s -made spreading sausage - sobrasada served hot or cold and keep that unforgettable flavour in your mind forever!You may be asked if you want your roll “con tomate” as a healthy alternative to butter, a whole ripe tomato is squeezed over the inside of the roll before filling suitable for those of you who wish to take care of their figure even during vacation.
While on the island don’t hesitate to taste the island’s most famous dish which is the rich seafood stew called Caldereta de Langosta, made with delicious, and expensive, spiny lobster. However all the fish “calderetas” and soups are of exceptional taste .. If you enjoy garlic pollo al ajillo - chicken pieces fried with garlic, or gambas al ajillo - prawns cooked the same way, should be tried. You are expected to dip your bread in the oil and juices.
Flan the local version of creme caramel is served everywhere for desert, but look out for “pudin” a Menorcan version enriched with fruit. Tarta de manzana - a French style apple flan is also very popular, as is nueces con nata y miel - walnuts with cream and honey.
Wine
Unless you are a wine connoisseur, house wine is your best choice but also is usually perfectly drinkable.
Shopping
The quality and choice in shops is the best while being in Menorca particularly in Mahón and Ciutadella where you will find leather goods, including footwear, of better quality as well as price than anywhere in Europe in terms of value. Look out for the "rebaixes" or sales, in late August / September, when genuine and often significant reductions can be found. Bear in mind that all shops are open by 10am and close for the siesta around 1.30pm, reopening around 5pm and closing 7.30 to 8pm. |
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