Canarian cuisine is a delicious blend of Spanish, African, and Latin American influences. During your stay in Tenerife, make sure to sample these traditional dishes.
Papas Arrugadas con Mojo
The island's most iconic dish: small potatoes boiled in salt water until wrinkled, served with spicy red mojo (mojo picón) or mild green mojo (mojo verde). Simple but unforgettable.
Fresh Fish and Seafood
Try local catches like vieja (parrotfish), cherne (wreckfish), and lapas (limpets). Seafood restaurants line the coastal towns.
Gofio
A traditional flour made from toasted grains, used in soups, desserts, and as a side dish. An ancient staple dating back to the original Guanche inhabitants.
Conejo en Salmorejo
Rabbit marinated in a flavorful sauce of garlic, paprika, and herbs, then slowly cooked. A hearty traditional dish found in rural restaurants.
Local Wine
Tenerife's volcanic soil produces excellent wines. Visit vineyards in the Orotava Valley or Güímar to taste unique varieties.
Where to Eat
For authentic experiences, seek out "guachinches" – family-run taverns serving homemade food and local wine at great prices.
Stay in a TenerifeRelax.com rental with a full kitchen to prepare local ingredients from farmers' markets, or dine at our recommended restaurants.
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