FORMENTERA (18 June 2024) – It’s never easy to start. Yet there are those who demonstrate all their value right from the start and that they really have an edge. Well, if there is a restaurant in Formentera which is proving itself day after day as the most successful novelty of this 2024 seasonthat’s full credit.”El Cruce” in Punta Prima, just outside Es Pujols. In fact, more and more people are expressing positive and flattering opinions about his cuisine, which is closely linked to the Tuscan tradition and in particular to the selection and cooking of meat, undisputed protagonists of its menu.
The credit goes to Mirco Mirco Pasquini, to his wife Katia Vecchio and to all the their staff. Mirco is a true Sienese and with his wife they have had a very renowned Tuscan restaurant in the province of Lecco for 20 years (“The Puppola“). From this year, however, they decided to launch into this new adventure on the island, moving permanently to Formentera and bringing you the solid food and wine culture of Tuscany, with its flavours, its aromas and its traditions.
It’s the same Mirco to select the meat with extreme care – and several times a week. He personally goes to choose it scrupulously. And the quality – according to all those who have tried it – is evident in every bite. Without equal. “The secret – explains Mirco – it is obviously given by its excellence, its maturation and its maturation. Maturing meat is like refining wine in a barrel. If the raw material is of high quality and the process is of a high standard, you will have the opportunity to bring out different and more engaging flavours, fragrances. Maturation is also done to make the meat more delicate, tender, tasty, in short, better. Maturing the meat in the appropriate way is therefore one of the secrets to providing unique gastronomic satisfaction.”
And it is always Mirco who serves the cooked meat to the guests cut at the table on a hot stone. This allows customers to witness the cutting first hand, to maintain the ideal temperature and enhance its aroma and softness.
All in a welcoming and warm environment. Despite the refinement and almost obsessive care of the best products and ad hoc service, in fact, the climate in “El Cruce” is very familiar and friendly. In short, there is a great atmosphere and Mirco’s friendliness and friendliness are truly the trademark of the restaurant.
Absolute quality and extreme kindness, in short. And this is how “El Cruce” has become in just a few months a gastronomic guarantee recognized by everyone here on the island. The attention to detail, then, is not limited only to the high quality of the meat. Mirko also professionally takes care of the entire aspect of the typical Tuscan cuisine menu. It will be possible to taste dishes with an unmistakable imprint like the pappardelle with noble ragù, ribollita, caciucco, Florentine cod, beans all’uccelletto and so on up to the homemade desserts. Also worth trying are the mixed bruschettas and the focaccia with Cinta Senese ham.
And who wants an excellent pizza instead, in “El Cruce” there is the DNA of “Macondo”. For those who still don’t know, in fact, “El Cruce” is the former “Macondo 2” (the one from “Punta Prima” so to speak). It has changed format (and name) starting from this year, but their unmistakable pizzas have remained as they are, as has the pleasant, very friendly atmosphere. The choice of change of “Macondo 2” was commissioned by the four historic partners (Caesar, Roberto, Lorenzo – known as the “Prince” – and Giorgio) and was dictated by the desire to stand out from the “Macondo 1″ (that of Sant Ferran). Mirco’s entry into the company was precisely the added value the opportunity to create a different restaurant, with excellent meat and sublime Tuscan cuisine, but also maintaining the pizzas. A novelty that in just a few months has already conquered the palates of many in the enchanting Formentera. Of many.
Above is a video on “Macondo” (Sant Ferran) and on “El Cruce” (Punta Prima). Two different places, each with its own style and menu, but both with the same mix of friendliness, friendliness and quality.
Below are all the articles by Formentera News on all the best local attractions and activities Formentera.
– Click here to read the article on the “Chezz Gerdi” program of events for 2024: from the “Flower Party” to the party for its 15 years of activity.
– Click here to read the article on “Chezz Gerdi Boutique”
Click here to read the article on the new season of the beautiful venue “Ritmo”
Click here to read the article on the rental of the “Mobs” boat
Click here to read the article on the famous “Macondo” pizzeria in Sant Ferran.
Click here to read the article on some real estate proposals from the sales and rental agency “Lafittacase”.
Click here to read the article on “LadaCrem”, the excellent ice cream shop in Formentera
Click here to read the article on the beautiful clothing store “Nuëet” in Sant Francesc.
Click here to read the article on the historic takeaway pizzeria “SaPizza”
Click here to read the article on the new “San Farra” pizzeria
Click here to read the article on the restaurant (Roman cuisine) “Cheese and black pepper”
Click here to see the Instagram page of the beautiful venue in La Savina “Port Amagat”.
Click here to read the article on the new Mexican restaurant in La Savina “Cantina Mexicana”
Click here to read the article on the new restaurant in La Savina serving Roman cuisine “We love them”
Click here to read the article on the new “Pequeño” vinotheque and jamoneria in La Savina
Click here to read the article on “Caffè Miranda” (excellent prices, facing the sea)
Click here to read the article on the 2024 season of the first pizzeria in Formentera “Pizza Pazza”
Click here to read the article about Tito and his beautiful silver creations.
Click here to rent a scooter (110 or 125 engine capacity) or a bicycle
Click here to see the Instagram page of the “Hola” shop in Es Pujols
Click here to read the article on the historic “Mare Nostrum” shop in Es Pujols
Click here to see the Instagram page of the brand “Baci e Abbracci
Click here to read the article on the beautiful villa (for rent for stays or events) “Ca Na Platera”
Click here to read the article on the famous “Big Store”
Click here to read the article on the historic restaurant-café “CaNaPepa”
Click here to read the article on the excellent restaurant “El Sueño”
Click here to read the article on the on-the-road venue “Ugly Garage”
Click here to read the article on the construction company “RG Construction”
Click here to read the article on the “Sa Farmacia” restaurant: quality at maximum power
Click here to read the article on the well-known pizzeria “Ugly Pizza”
Click here to read the article on the “Poke” restaurant: for those who love eating on the beach
Click here to read the article on “Blu Martin”: excellent Romagna piadinas
Click here to read the article on the delicious “Al Dente” restaurant in Es Pujols
Click here to read the article on the medical center (directed by an Italian doctor) “Katarsia”
Click here to read the article on the two “Strivancus” footwear and accessories shops: excellent prices
Click here to read the article on the “Kavra” clothing store
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Click here to see the “La Piadina” Instagram page
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Click here to read the article on the enchanting Casa Joana exhibition (and sales) space.
