Gastronomy

Gastronomy in Tenerife Taste the paradise of the Canary Islands

Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, is not only a destination for lovers of sun and beautiful nature, but also a true paradise for gourmets Thanks to a combination of Spanish, African and Latin American influences, the island offers a unique gastronomy worth tasting

Traditional Canarian cuisine

Canarian cuisine is simple but tasty Local ingredients such as fresh fish, seafood, bananas, potatoes and goat's cheese play a major role in many dishes

Papas arrugadas with mojo sauce

One of the most typical dishes is papas arrugadas, small wrinkled potatoes cooked in salt water and served with spicy mojo rojo (red, paprika and garlic) and mojo verde (coriander and parsley) sauces

Fish and seafood

Tenerife is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, so fish and seafood have a special place here Favourites include vieja (Canarian parrot fish), tuna and octopus. Often grilled or fried and served with potatoes and vegetables

Gofio - traditional flour

Gofio is a roasted cereal flour that has been part of the diet since the time of the indigenous Guanche people It is added to soups, sauces, desserts or mixed with milk

Carne fiesta and other meat specialties

Meat in Tenerife also has its own tradition A popular dish is carne fiesta, marinated and fried pork, which is often served during local festivals Meat lovers should not miss the conejo en salmorejo - rabbit meat in a marinade of wine, garlic and herbs

Sweet delicacies

Tenerife also offers a wide selection of sweets Bienmesabe, an almond dessert with honey, is a popular treat, as is quesillo, a caramel pudding similar to flan Not to be forgotten are the local bananas, which are smaller, sweeter and have a more intense flavour than those commonly available in Europe

Canarian wines and ru

Wine has been grown on Tenerife since the 15th century. The most famous area is the Valle de La Orotava, where wines are made from the Malvasía grape. As well as wine, the local ron miel, a sweet rum with honey, is also worth a taste and is ideal as a digestif.

Conclusion

Tenerife's gastronomy is varied and full of authentic flavours Whether you enjoy traditional potatoes, fresh fish or a glass of fine wine, the island will not disappoint you gastronomically When visiting Tenerife, it is worth trying the local specialities and experiencing the true Canarian atmosphere.

Enjoy – ¡buen provecho! 🍽️