More than a deli: Mediterranean and Middle Eastern vibes in Santa Maria – CSN News

Small in size but offering a varied menu, it features a cosy dining area in earthy colours and a deli counter. The open kitchen allows guests to watch the chefs at work, adding a charming touch. Services include sit-down meals for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, as well as takeaways and home delivered goods, and catering for any occasion, from business meetings to family gatherings.

The restaurant’s daily-changing menu focuses on fresh, healthy ingredients with creative, seasonal dishes, such as sweet potatoes with pimentón and millet balls in Spanish sauce.

Individual and group takeaway menus are strongly influenced by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine and are divided into sections: Lebanese dips like green tahini; legume and grain-based salads for groups of 3-4; trays of dishes like lasagne, borek, and quiche for 6-8; and a “Falafel night” option, with falafel mix to make your own, salads, hummus, and tahini for 8-10 people. Other options include deli items inspired by Lebanese and Greek cuisine, such as vine leaves with rice, and a range of desserts like carrot cake and vegan cocoa brownie, ideal for 6-8 people.

Their bakery is also a must, with handmade pita bread, borek, quiches, granola, crackers, cakes, and muffins. You’ll find Mallorcan olive oils, tahini, pickles, honey, and salt available on the shelves for purchase.

Prices are definitely a good value for money, with mezze plates at €9, borek or quiche with salad at €10, and gluten-free pumpkin wraps or the dish of the day at €12 each.

For a day out or a house party, their Picnic menu is ideal, with pitas in vegan, veggie, eggy, or cheesy options. There’s also a “pitapicnic” for breakfast or lunch and three picnic baskets: the vegan, the Mediterranean and the romantic.

Service is friendly and attentive, with a cosy and elegant terrace and dining area. Sundays gets especially busy because of the Santa María Market, so it’s best to book in advance at (+34) 628 00 80 66 or via email at info@deli-caffe.com. The deli is located on Carrer de l’Església, 13 in Santa María.

Opening hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except Sundays (closing at 4:00 pm) and closed on Saturdays. You can visit Santa María by car or train. Don’t forget to try the local wineries in the area!