September has arrived – take a breath and let out a sigh of relief. After the unexpected quiet of July, August swept in at full speed, bringing life back to the island. Restaurants rejoiced as enthusiastic visitors, willing to spend, filled dining rooms and queued along the port. Shops buzzed, terraces were full, and the season was in full swing.

Of course, there has been the inevitable rise in prices. After last month’s Eating Out Guide, one of our readers wrote in from the UK, shocked at the cost of meals. This issue, we bring you more reviews from the top-end of the dining scene, but next month we promise to seek out some real value-for-money options. Traditional menu del día lunches are now harder to find for under 30 euros, but there are still gems—especially in the family resorts, where two courses with drinks can still be enjoyed for under 25 euros. Resorts also remain the best place for a hearty full English breakfast, while in Mahón, Jo takes us on a tour of the city’s cafés in search of the smell of fresh baking and the best coffee and pastry combinations. If you are throwing a party for friends and family, then Lucy shares her experience in making canapés while Jess has healthy and fun options for the children.

No matter how long you’ve lived here, Menorca never stops surprising. This month Graham told us about the hidden Robadones quarry, tucked away just yards from the “rusty” roundabout. Inside, over 90 traditional Menorcan boats are stored and lovingly restored— one of the most complete collections in the Mediterranean belonging to the Amics de la Mar - Port Maó. Meanwhile, as I write, yachts are arriving for the annual Copa del Rey which welcomes 48 of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular classic yachts. From 26–30 August the harbour comes alive with crews busily preparing sails, scrubbing (no hoses allowed) and polishing decks, before setting off to race in these graceful vessels. Beverley turns to naval history, uncovering more facts about Admiral Collingwood and his fascinating connection to the island.

We also bring you stories from the land. Rachael visits a saffron farm, offering a glimpse into this delicate and labour-intensive crop, while Menorca Preservation present their pilot farm project. With the water shortage reaching a crisis point at the end of August, we also went to visit an example of a passive house being built to be self-sufficient in both energy and water.

We revisit the long-discussed plans for S’Enclusa, Menorca’s second-highest mountain. For over 15 years, proposals to transform the old American listening base into a museum, café, and interpretation centre have been on and off the table. New promises have been made, but whether they become reality remains to be seen. Still, it’s entertaining to imagine cycling up on an e-bike, enjoying coffee in an American-style café, and taking in sweeping views before discovering more about the Biosphere Reserve.

As the fiesta season draws to a close, Vanessa reports on the Mahón and Cala’n Porter celebrations, and the official close to the fiestas at the top of Monte Toro, while Alison shares her neighbour Alexia’s unique perspective as a jaleo rider.

September is a gift—warm days without the intensity of high summer, quieter beaches, and time to explore Menorca at a gentler pace. Whether you’re discovering hidden corners of the island or simply relaxing by the pool or in the shade with a drink and the latest issue of Roqueta, we hope you enjoy every moment.

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ISLAND NEWS MEET THE GUIDE HORSES AND JALEO ALEXIA RIDES AT ES CASTELL BUILDING A PASSIVE HOUSE ADMIRAL COLLINGWOOD BREAKFAST IN MAHÓN SAFFRON FARMING GRAPEVINE HAPPY TRAILZ S’ENCLUSA HISTORY & FUTURE RESTAURANTS, WINES, AND RECIPES ART IN MENORCA MENORCA HOCKEY CLUB SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE CLUBS AND ASSOCIATIONS NUTRITION AND FITNESS WHAT’S ON SEPTEMBER 2025 ISLAND INFORMATION AMICS DE LA MAR

Cover Photo: Alexia rides at her brother’s wedding Credit: Esther Recuerda @estherrecuerda

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