Tenerife cuisine

A holiday in Tenerife is one of the most willingly chosen forms of relaxation. There are numerous factors which make the place extremely attractive for holidaymakers, such as fantastic weather, incredible beaches or marvellous landscape. However, one should also be aware of the fact, that among local attractions you can also count on delicious traditional cuisine.   

Local way of cooking is not widely known, and therefore not fully appreciated. If you decide to spend holidays in Tenerife, you can be positive to enjoy a variety of great restaurants serving both international dishes, but also local specialties. Tenerife cuisine is based on fresh local ingredients, such as fish, meat, vegetables and fruit, which are of a very high quality.

Tenerife cuisine is known for a fine selection of Spanish and Canarian eateries serving local specialties. The selection of traditional dishes appears fantastic, as one can choose between cheeses, tapas, sea food or paellas. Tenerife cuisine is a mixture of Guanches cooking with ingredients typical for other continents, like sweet corn, or bananas. The richness of local fruit and vegetables is definitely one of the strongest sides connected with Tenerife cooking, and fresh sea food dishes leave unforgettable tastes.  

If you decide to eat a dinner in a Tenerife restaurant, you can be positive to find a great choice of delicious dishes to try. Some of the most popular ones include for instance, Arroz con verduras, which is a mixture of rice, chopped peppers, sweet corn and tomatoes, Potaje de berros – a thick soup with watercress, pork ribs, corns, potatoes, beans and cumin, or Sancocho, parboiled fish prepared with sama and served with sweet and plain potatoes. Some other popular Tenerife dishes are Sama frita con mojo verde, Conejo al salmorejo or Canary bananas, served in a variety of ways.

Additionally, you should also remember that Tenerife is famous for its excellent wine – the amber-coloured Malyasia. The best of it is produced in Lanzarote. It’s sweet and highly alcoholic. Red and white Tenerife wines are not so popular, and are produced in Tacoronte – Acetejo region. The place is also appreciated for a variety of spirits, prepared mostly with white and dark rum. Moreover, women will also find something special for themselves, as the selection of flavored liqueurs is really impressive.   

Summing up, everyone should be delighted with the range of served on Tenerife dishes, as well as their excellent quality. Food prepared with fresh ingredients, traditional recipes, but also international way of cooking, are the best recommendations of the local cuisine.