It seems that people on the Island started making cheese during the Prehistoric times , according to

I have always believed that food is a part of the culture of a country, and even more of an area. Whether you believe it or not, you have here the perfect pretense to eat without feeling guilty during your holidays in Menorca . If you are renting an apartment in Menorca , it's even better: you can have a cheese degustation and then cook a light meal to compensate for the huge amount of calories!
It seems that people on the Island started making cheese during the Prehistoric times , according rental cars for sale to the tools that have been discovered. However, it is only in the 18th century , when Menorca was occupied by the British, that the production of cheese expanded. As the cheese was exported to other countries from the port of Mahón (where there is La Mola Fortress I told you about a while ago), it was given the name of Mahón cheese .
Made from whole dairy milk, the Mahón Menorca cheese is a typical production of the island, so by eating it you will get to know some the island's culture. It has won several awards, so if you're on holiday in Menorca it's definitely something you have to taste!