Are there vegetarian or vegan cooking classes available on the island?

If you're looking to dive into the island’s cuisine with a plant-based twist, several cooking classes focus on vegetarian and vegan dishes inspired by local ingredients. In towns like Palma and Soller, you'll find workshops where chefs guide you through preparing traditional dishes reimagined without meat or dairy, often using fresh produce from nearby markets. Emphasizing seasonal vegetables, legumes, and Mallorcan herbs, these classes offer a delicious way to experience the island's culinary heritage while keeping it plant-friendly.

Some classes go beyond the kitchen, incorporating visits to local farms or markets in Alcudia or Pollenca to pick fresh ingredients before cooking. This farm-to-table approach showcases ingredients such as artichokes, tomatoes, and almonds, which figure heavily in vegan versions of Mallorca’s classic tumbet or pa amb oli. Whether you’re new to cooking or seeking to expand your repertoire, these experiences combine hands-on learning with insight into regional flavours, including the use of local olive oil and herbs like rosemary and thyme.

Events and festivals, including smaller workshops during occasions like Festa de l’Ametler, sometimes offer opportunities to learn about plant-based cooking in a festive setting. With the island’s growing interest in sustainable and healthy eating, vegetarian and vegan classes provide an authentic and memorable way to connect with the culinary rhythms of the Tramuntana and beyond.