What’s new in Palma de Mallorca
29.09.15 | Oliver BroadHere is a round-up of whats new this Autumn in one of our favourite cities in Europe, Palma de Mallorca. Both Oliver and Alan have visited Palma and are available to offer first-hand experience and knowledge when booking with us.
Palma hosts the fourth edition of Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival (EMIFF)
Taking place in Palma from 10-15 November, the Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival (EMIFF) showcases innovative, provocative and socially relevant filmmaking aiming to position Palma as a global destination for creative communities. The festival has four unique screening locations: the Teatro Principal, one the city’s oldest and most emblematic cinemas; Cineciutat for art-house lovers; the museum of modern art, Es Baluard; and one of the most emblematic baroque-style buildings in the city which today functions as lifestyle shop Rialto Living. The festival embraces Palma’s rich cultural legacy and is a springboard for promising new talent of all genres.
Http://www.evolutionfilmfestival.com/
261 Women’s Marathon adds half marathon distance
The 261 Women’s Marathon will take place on 10th April 2016 in the city of Palma. This year a half marathon distance has been added to the existing marathon and 10k. Spearheaded by Kathrine Switzer, ambassador for female participation in sport and the first woman to run the Boston Marathon as a registered entry (number 261) in 1967, the 361 Women’s Marathon focuses on inclusivity, attracting women of all different running abilities.
The three races follow the waterside with views over the Cathedral and the Almudaina Palace, making it one of the most scenic routes in Europe. Registration is now open.
http://www.261wm.com/
New restaurants in Palma:
Sant Andreu
Part of the same restaurant group as the renowned Patron Lunares, Sant Andreu is located in the heart of Palma and offers a mix of modern and classic Spanish design, with tiled flooring, a tapas and coffee bar and rustic elements such as a display of dried red chillies and ropes of garlic bulbs. Open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sant Andeu serves a range of tapas, such as Sobresada (cured sausage) with Mahon cheese or octopus and potatoes, as well as the famous Mallorcan ensaimadas (a type of warm coiled pastry) and a choice of international cuisine, fresh fish and local and international wines.
http://www.santandreupalma.com/
La Rosa Vermuteria
Opened in July 2015 with a design to reflect Spain’s old-fashioned drinking establishments, La Rosa Vermuteria commemorates the custom of la hora del vermut, or vermouth time, when aperitifs and tapas are enjoyed. The restaurant has a retro aesthetic, market cuisine, pintxos and classic tapas such as La Gilda (olive, guindilla pepper and an anchovy served on a cocktail stick) or mussel croquettes. With good-quality produce, cured meats and preserves, La Rosa Vermuteria is a great new spot for food lovers and is popular from 8pm (especially from Thursdays to Saturdays).
http://www.larosavermuteria.com/
Events and exhibitions
10 October – 7 November: Festival Musica Mallorca which includes a series of classical music concerts every Saturday.
6 – 11 October: Comic Nostrum: a festival dedicated to the art of comics including different exhibitions, events, debates and discussions.
For more information on Palma as a visitor destination, please visit www.visitpalma.com
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