Local Specialties
Tenerife
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A great way to sample Tenerife's cuisine is to try one of the island's local delicacies, like the Papas Arrugadas served with red or green mojo sauce. There is a rich variety dishes to excite foodies, such as the Canarian stew made with mixed vegetables and meat, as well as melt-in-your-mouth grilled sardines. Honey is a popular dessert ingredient, and the island offers unique tasting honey obtained from endemic species like the Teide broom.
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The local gastronomy is a further example of Tenerife’s authenticity and certainly the most delicious. Dishes made from local produce create a marvellous fusion between traditional and avant-garde. Tenerife's traditional cuisine revolves around the abundant resources of the sea, with an emphasis on fish and seafood. What is more, the island's culinary heritage is inspired by South American countries, such as Venezuela and the Caribbean. The island's gastronomy is characterized by its simplicity, prioritizing locally-sourced products like fish, potatoes, pork and cheeses.
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