Marcus in the Med: Mallorca: Lazy Breakfasts (Food Network, 2 September 2024)

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In the eighth episode of Marcus in the Med: Mallorca, chef Marcus Wareing explores the island’s breakfast offerings and shares his own take on a Mallorcan morning meal.

Wareing starts his day with a culinary exploration of traditional Mallorcan breakfast dishes. He discovers the local favourite of tomato toast, a simple yet delicious combination of ripe tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and garlic rubbed on rustic bread. Wareing also indulges in the island’s iconic pastry, the ensaimada, a sweet and fluffy treat often enjoyed with a cup of coffee.

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Inspired by the flavours of Mallorca, Wareing creates his own breakfast dish: baked eggs with spinach and chorizo. He demonstrates how to prepare this hearty and flavourful meal, perfect for a leisurely morning.

Marcus in the Med: Mallorca: Lazy Breakfasts airs on Monday, 2 September 2024, at 9:00 pm on Food Network.

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