Tribute to the traditional culture of Mallorca
ES GUIX
What is your story?
Es Guix is located in a quiet and natural setting in the middle of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, very close to the Sanctuary of Lluc, described as a paradise in the mountains of Mallorca. Its traditional stone construction and welcoming atmosphere transport our guests to the essence of a different Mallorca, integrated within this a site declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The restaurant opened in 1970, more than fifty years later, and is considered a project of integration within the Serra de Tramuntana, showing a respect and connection with the natural and cultural environment of the island that has remained unchanged throughout all these years.
The Es Guix restaurant is a tribute to Mallorca's traditional culture, where Mallorcans and travelers alike can discover an authentic side of the island, understanding that visiting a new place means getting to know its products, its heritage, and its traditions. Thanks to illustrious visitors of the past, such as Archduke Ludwig Salvator of Austria, we have an enduring legacy that visitors to the island can enjoy.
This traveler was fascinated by the beauty, products, and people of Mallorca, and from his first visit in the summer of 1867, he discovered islands of immense beauty, replete with unique natural landscapes. This is where Es Guix is located. Thanks to the Archbishop's deep love for Mallorca, his work conserving natural spaces, and promoting the construction of mountain trails and viewpoints, today visitors to Es Guix can still enjoy it on their way to our restaurant.
A unique place
In Guix, it is proposed as a destination where visitors can enjoy a memorable meal in an exceptional natural setting.
Between Caimari and the Monastery of Lluc (Escorca, Mallorca), a few kilometers from Pollença, there is a mountain route that pilgrims and locals had to negotiate, crossing several notable passes. In the old days, people would arrive by cart to Caimari; there the real journey began, which had to be done by donkey or on foot.
And its gastronomy?
The cuisine at Es Guix is honest and simple with local products. and is based on traditional recipes made with only good local ingredients, offering the opportunity to discover Mallorcan cuisine within a distinguished atmosphere.
In our kitchen, guests discover Sal Marina d'es Trenc, the only salt used for cooking; the DO Mallorca Oil that finishes all dishes; products with the IGP Mallorca label, such as almonds, for making desserts; local olives, along with good country bread; our local milk, also used for ice cream; our liqueurs, our cheeses; and, of course, our wines, designed to harmonize and complement the flavors of Mallorcan cuisine, enriching the gastronomic experience.
The attentive service and presentation at Es Guix are in tune with the uniqueness of the setting, always striving for quality and exceptional service.
The importance of wines on the Es Guix restaurant menu is significant and is an essential part of the gastronomic offering., considering wine as an essential element to discover local gastronomy.
At Es Guix, its extensive selection of Mallorcan wines stands out as a key element in discovering Mallorcan cuisine. Wines are not a secondary complement, but an integral part of the culinary experience we offer.
The restaurant's value proposition focuses on offering an experience that goes beyond food, embracing the natural surroundings and traditional culture. In this context, a representative selection of local wines contributes to this immersion in Mallorcan culture through its products.
