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The Mediterranean is home to some of the most spectacular islands and coastlines. Across this series, narrated by Joanna Lumley, we meet locals and tourists, sample mouthwatering local cuisine and explore ancient traditions as we uncover the true Jewels of the Med.
We continue our journey on the breathtaking island of Majorca, a major hub for superyachts, with the yachting industry being a key contributor to the island's economy. We follow Simon Jones, a former chef, who runs a luxury catering company sourcing the best local food and drink. Majorca also boasts rich traditions, like the Nit de Foc festival, and quieter spots like Natura Cavall, a horse rescue centre for retired Spanish Trotters, funding their work through tourist treks.
Majorca, known for its food culture, boasts four Michelin-starred restaurants, with the renowned Marc Fosh being the only British chef awarded a star in Spain. The island's stunning coastline, a superyacht haven, owes its beauty to the humble seagrass called posidonia, which is threatened by tourism. We follow a team of volunteers who help to safeguard it. Joanna Lumley narrates.
Menorca, a fifth the size of Majorca, boasts breathtaking views from its highest peak and a storied past. The capital, Mahon, is home to the Mediterranean's largest natural harbour, once a battleground for empires. Today, it hosts luxury yachts. The island's mares stone, a golden sandstone, has been used for millennia, shaping houses, churches, and fortresses. Lithica, a former quarry, is now a cultural heart, hosting 60,000 visitors annually. And Menorca's festivals, such as celebrating the Patron of Sant Jaume in Es Castell, also draw crowds.
This episode takes Menorca's seafood, art and architectural restorations. In the north of the island some of the best seafood can be found. However, the north is particularly exposed to what the locals call the tramuntana - a powerful northern wind that can cause havoc with the fishing communities in the area. Conservation is a top priority, with an abundance of plant and bird varieties. In 1993 Menorca was granted
the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status, which means its nature is protected.
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