Flaó de Ibiza

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Although the term flaó is used in other Spanish regions to denote similar cheese-based specialties, the Ibizan version refers to a dessert consisting of a pastry base that is filled with a combination of fresh cheese, eggs, sugar or honey, citrus zest, and fresh mint. The cake usually calls for the use of goat or sheep cheese, and it is traditionally flavored with aniseed and anise liqueur. In the past, flaó was typically prepared for Easter, but nowadays it is enjoyed all year round and has become one of the most common desserts on Ibiza.