Zaranda

The story

Zaranda, Palma – Michelin-Starred Dining by Chef Fernando P. Arellano in Mallorca

Zaranda: A Personal Cuisine Rooted in Mallorca

Chef Fernando P. Arellano has created a restaurant that is unmistakably his own. At Zaranda, located within the Hotel Es Princep in Palma, he draws on a career spent in some of Europe's finest kitchens. But the result is not a borrowed style. It is a personal proposal, one that dives deep into the gastronomic wealth of the Balearic archipelago.

Arellano builds his menu from his experiences, his environment, and his roots. The guiding motto, attributed to Joan Miró, is “Para ser universal hay que ser local” – to be universal, you must be local. This philosophy is evident in every plate, where fresh regional meats, fish, and spices are transformed with real conviction. Critics have taken note. Carlos Maribona noted the chef’s “enormous solidity,” stating his cooking stands apart from passing trends. The restaurant has been recognised with a Michelin star for its consistently high-quality cooking.

The Experience

Zaranda presents its cuisine through a “Carta de Experiencias” – menus like "A Flor de Piel" and "Plena Flor," each designed to be a complete journey. The dining room welcomes guests aged sixteen and over, creating an atmosphere of focused, adult elegance. Wine pairings are carefully selected from both local and international bottles, complementing the chef’s layered flavours.

In a city where new openings come and go, Zaranda feels like a statement of intent. Arellano’s cooking is a genuine reflection of place and person – a restaurant that honours Mallorca while expressing a singular culinary vision. It is a destination for anyone looking to understand what modern, thoughtful fine dining in Palma can be.