Autumn Gastronomy Week in Algaida: Three-Course Menus, Clear Message — Please Reserve

Algaida invites for indulgence: Local cuisine, fixed prices

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On a cool autumn evening in Algaida, when the smell of roasted peppers and almonds wafts through the lanes, you know: the local gastronomy fair has begun. Starting today, several restaurants in the municipality are offering special three-course menus at a fixed price — running until October 19.

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What’s on the plates

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The selection ranges from seafood to hearty pork to slowly braised veal cheeks. On the menu, as I saw today on a small placard on the Plaza, were among others golden mackerel with peppers, suckling pig with almond sauce, and veal cheeks in a robust reduction. Prices: between 23 to 40 euros per menu, depending on the venue and ingredients.

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If you want to join, you should call first

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A tip from here: Definitely reserve. I phoned two restaurants yesterday around 1 p.m. — both urged to secure a table. Weeks like this draw locals and guests, and seats are sometimes snapped up faster than you think. Especially in the evenings and on weekends, expect high demand.

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The atmosphere in Algaida is more familiar than in the big tourist centers; the lanes are narrower, the staff know many regulars by name. That makes the difference: this is less about show and more about good food without fuss.

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More autumn season: Calvià starts its own week

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If you're in the area, also keep an eye on the gastronomy week in Calvià. The 'Mostra de Cuines' begins there next Friday and offers a similar concept — also with regional dishes at fixed prices. For visitors, that means: in the coming days you can explore several places with good appetite.

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One more practical note: some restaurants offer vegetarian options, others are more meat-heavy. Asking costs nothing — and saves nerves in the end. So: jacket on, phone ready, and bon appetit — Algaida awaits.