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Celler Ca'n Amer offers authentic Mallorcan cuisine prepared with quality products. It is also one of the oldest wine cellars on the island. Celler Ca'n Amer was converted into a wine cellar in 1700, producing only wine until the 1950s. It was also a place where people who came to the Inca market could share some food and drink. In 1963, Antonia Cantallops and José Torrens opened it as a restaurant. Antonia is considered one of the best cooks on Mallorca. In the last 37 years this chef, teacher and author has done much research into the old mallorquin cuisine, which has also been influenced by some Arabic, Jewish and Christian aspects.

Over time, she has reinvented ancient recipes, and modernised them to suit contemporary tastes. The ample interior still retains its original charm with the large wines barrels.

Sa Llotja is a new restaurant in Porto Colom, which is rapidly becoming a popular destination. Previously the home of the harbour master, the space has been renovated and modernised by a Mallorcan architect and now provides a light, airy and minimalist setting with sweeping views of the yachts and the Harbour of Porto Colom. Add to that, the fresh, tasty seasonal cuisine that is offered there, and it's no wonder that diners cannot resist coming back for an idyllic Mediterranean experience.

Sa Llonja restaurant is located in Porto Cristo harbour, right on the edge of the sea. This is a modern establishment, with a warm and relaxed atmosphere. Guests can enjoy maritime scenery while tasting dishes from an extensive Mediterranean menu. Sa Llonja, specialises in fresh fish and seafood, supplied daily by their fishing boats.

In the pretty, old town of Alcúdia, you will find a historical building, which is the home of Ca'n Costa restaurant. Built in the traditional style of Mallorcan architecture in the middle ages, Ca'n Costa features high ceilings and arches. This family run restaurant opened in January 1983 and since then, has been serving traditional recipes from Mallorca to the highest standards, using fresh local and seasonal ingredients, in an authentic setting. The focus is on traditional Mallorca, so you will see many family antiques and historical museum pieces on display. Dine inside where there is a log fire in winter or air conditioning in summer, or out in the patio.

An English colonial style villa with a garden is the setting for Samantha's, open since 1989 and now one of Mallorca's leading gourmet establishments. The restaurant offers the finest classic International and Spanish cuisine, prepared with fresh and natural ingredients, which are carefully selected on a daily basis. Care and attention is provided by a professional team, in a warm and ambient décor. On the ground floor there is a large dining room with an adjoining English-style conservatory and on the upper floor a more private atmosphere is offered with four private dining rooms for four to fifty people. Their motivation is to continuously offer an unforgettable dining experience for a long list of clients who live locally and abroad.

At Genestar in Alcúdia, owner and Chef Joan Josep or Juanjo as everyone calls him, invites you to come and enjoy this restaurant with a difference. Every day Juanjo creates an original five course menu at a very reasonable price. Experience this gastronomic adventure which combines traditional recipes with modern market cuisine - the result is a fresh, signature cuisine that characterises the dishes at Genestar - the setting is elegant, but cosy and informal with warm, efficient service.

The Escamilla Family, originally from the Andratx area and with many years experience in the restaurant business owns and manages Mesón Ca'n Paco. Their mission statement 'art, experience and professionalism in Mallorcan and International cuisine' is reflected in the quality of the food they serve and the service they provide. Choose from an extensive menu, which includes meats and fresh fish from the outside grill, while taking in the view of the mountains from the large terrace.

Ciro's restaurant is located right on the beach in Palma Nova and has a large, attractive terrace with wonderful views of the beach and the ocean. The moment you walk into Ciro's you get a sense of space, light and elegance. Ciro's was established more than thirty years ago, and has become a meeting place for locals and visitors alike. The restaurant offers a wide selection of Mediterranean dishes characterised by a variety of fresh fish and seafood, meats, rice dishes and lobster stews or calderetas. Meals are complemented with one of the exceptional Spanish wines from the list. Adjacent to the restaurant is a cosy and relaxing Tea Room and Chocolate Shop where you can treat yourself, and make every day a special occasion.

The restaurant was founded in 1962 and has been in the same family for three generations. The dishes are made fresh on the day in wood burning ovens. The best in traditional Mallorcan cuisine is offered there, satisfying the heartiest of appetites, in a warm, friendly and rustic environment.

The Celler is a typical Mallorcan cellar, where wine was made and sold. At night, men would bring dinner from home to accompany the wine they used to drink.