Majorca Mallorca

Food writer and Restaurant Week organiser Mia Naprta joins Vic and Ollie for a fast, funny, very hungry catch up on what she’s been eating around Mallorca, plus the places she’s most excited about right now.They talk winter comfort food, Croatian Christmas traditions, Palma’s stand out lunch menus, tapas worth the splurge, and why first impressions matter so much when a new venue opens. You will also hear about a few lesser known neighbourhood favourites and how Mallorca’s food scene is expanding far beyond the classics.In this episode, we coverWhy some Croatians celebrate Christmas on 7 January, and what a Croatian Christmas table looks likeThe dishes Mia misses and the soups she is cooking at home this winterAdrian Quetglas (Palma), a lunch menu that feels like a treat without going overboardBazar (Palma) for elevated tapas and generous set menusA “vermouth show” bar, and why Palma is at its best when it gets a bit weirdMerchants (Palma) and their winter afternoon tea experienceA new opening: Bhukkad Boca, an Indian inspired cafe near Bellver CastleMango Beach, Colombian comfort food and a sugar cane based drink worth tryingRestaurant Week Mallorca, and how restaurants can get involvedA birthday spa day at La Residencia, including an ice bath momentPlaces mentioned Adrian Quetglas, PalmaBazar, PalmaMerchants, PalmaBhukkad Boca, Palma (near Bellver)Mango Beach, Palma (Son Gotleu area)Iroko, Palma (near Hotel Zel)La Residencia, DeiàConnected Mallorca (events)People and projects

Coaching in Mallorca: Imke Frost on Change, Courage and Daring to Be You

09.1.2026 | 41 Min.

In this episode, Vicki speaks with Imke, a life coach and counsellor based in Mallorca, about what it really means to change direction in life.Imke spent almost 25 years working as a cardiologist in Germany before moving to Mallorca. What she expected to be a continuation of her career became a moment of deep questioning, leading her to step away from medicine and retrain in counselling and coaching.Together, they discuss:Leaving a secure and respected careerWhy courage is not the absence of fearThe difference between functioning and livingWalking the Camino de Santiago aloneCoaching versus counsellingWhy New Year’s resolutions so often failMental health in Mallorca and the expat experienceMidlife as a powerful turning point, especially for womenThe Dare To Be You coaching programmeThis episode is for anyone who feels restless, disconnected or quietly asking themselves, “Is this really it?”https://www.thegapcounselling.com/Sign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]

Vicki McLeod and Oliver Neilson kick off the year from their “stationery cupboard studio” to recap 2025 with three standout moments each, a mix of uplifting local stories, celebrity chaos, and one beloved Mallorca project that did not quite survive.In this episodeA new “studio” setup, and why January in Mallorca feels like a long, lovely exhale, thanks to puente days and slow returns to work2025 pick 1: Otillie Quince, transplant athlete and relentlessly positive force, expanding her bike shop and winning again at the Transplant Games2025 pick 1: Justin Bieber in Port d’Andratx, the reality of fame, crowds outside Nacra, and Vicki’s accidental viral “Beliebers” moment2025 pick 2: Kanye West and Pueblo Espanyol, and the scramble to help Drag Brunch find a venue after a sudden complex takeover2025 pick 2: The Disgusting Food Museum in Palma, what it was like to try the samples, why it was a great idea, and the disappointment of its closure2025 pick 3: Nick Brown, the Palma walking tour expert who refuses tips and encourages donations to local charities instead2025 pick 3: Luna Fluxà Cross, Mallorca’s rising motorsport talent, her Mercedes programme, and the step up into Spanish Formula 4A quick note on 2026 intentions: consistency, community, and staying focused on what’s good about MallorcaNames and places mentionedOtillie Quince, OQ Service Course (Pollença), Port d’Andratx, Nacra, Cala Llamp, Gran Folies, Poble Espanyol, Disgusting Food Museum (Palma), ABTA conference (Magaluf), Simon Calder, Nick Brown (Palma walks), Luna Fluxà Cross, Spanish Formula 4Sign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]

In this episode, Vic is joined in the studio by Jan Edwards from Eat Drink Sleep Mallorca, (https://eatdrinksleepmallorca.com) writer and restaurant reviewer, for a lively catch-up on what’s worth booking right now across the island.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your podcast app. You can also find links and references in the show notes.This episode was actually recorded before Christmas, but all of the info is still relevant now.HighlightsLittle Jarana (Palma): Jan’s latest restaurant-of-the-week, a small, intimate spot built around sharing plates and a counter view of the kitchen. Chef-owner Abraham Artigas keeps things Mediterranean with playful international touches, and it is one of those places you will want to book ahead. https://www.littlejarana.com/Mallorca’s Michelin conversation: A quick, friendly breakdown of what the latest guide recognition means on such a small island, and why you do not always need to dress up, even in star territory.Terrae and the rise of zero-waste dining: Jan talks sustainability, “use everything” cooking, and why zero-waste restaurants are so compelling right now.Can March (Manacor) turns 100: A centenary celebration for a long-running family restaurant, plus a newly published book covering the story and recipes (with more languages expected). https://www.canmarch.com/en/Tomeu Caldentey in Sa Coma: Jan shares a packed-room tasting menu experience, the appeal of chef-counter dining, and why some chefs choose freedom over the “golden shackles” of constant awards pressure. https://tomeucaldentey.com/en/Restaurant discovery and marketing: Instagram rabbit holes, why character-led marketing works (including a shout-out to Annabelle’s), and why “book ahead” is the best stress-reducer in Mallorca dining season.More links!https://fincacanbeneit.com/en/gastronomy/https://www.brutrestaurante.com/https://nuspalma.com/https://mesquidamora.com/es/https://www.instagram.com/canmel_casconcos

This episode of the Majorca Mallorca podcast is your friendly guide to Christmas and New Year on the island. Vicki is joined in the studio by returning guest Nina Moons, founder of The Calendar Mallorca, to talk about how to navigate the busiest, sparkliest time of the year without missing the good stuff.Nina shares how The Calendar Mallorca has become a curated hub for events across the island, and why she created a special “Festive Moments 2025” category to keep Christmas programmes manageable. Together they talk through family friendly highlights in Palma and beyond, artisan markets and gifting ideas, and the local traditions that make a Mallorcan Christmas feel different from anywhere else.You will hear about belen routes and restored nativity scenes, Santa Lucia in the cathedral, the Festa de l’Estendard on New Year’s Eve, fancy dress runs in Calvià, cold water swims, hotel afternoon teas and the magic of the Three Kings parades. Along the way, Vicki and Nina also touch on women’s health events, the importance of shopping local and why experiences often make the best presents.In the final part of the episode, Vicki and Ollie catch up on island life, from a new smoking ban proposal and invasive horseshoe snakes to house prices and the challenges of finding somewhere to live in Mallorca.Guest bioNina Moons is the founder of The Calendar Mallorca, an online platform that curates events, markets, workshops and cultural happenings across the island. Passionate about community and supporting local businesses, she sifts through hundreds of listings so that locals and visitors can find the best of what is on, without the overwhelm.LinksCHECK The Calendar Mallorca website https://thecalendarmallorca.com/ and Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thecalendar.mallorca/ for weekly event listings.Sign up for our free newsletter here. https://majorca-mallorca.esPlease follow Majorca Mallorca on Social Media:FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/MajorcaMallorca.esFACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/MajorcaMallorcaINSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/majorcamallorcapodcast/You can email MM on [email protected]