What do they eat for Christmas in the Canary Islands?

Popular dishes at Christmas The main plate in Canary Islands is meat or fish. Among the preparations with meat, rabbit, chicken, veal (veal round), pork or lamb cannot be missing. Some of the most popular dishes are the rabbit in salmorejo, the cochino de adobo or de fiesta and the marinated kid.



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One of the most typical Christmas traditions in Spain is to visit nativity scenes and one of the most remarkables in the Canaries is the emblematic Bethlehem of Las Canteras beach, in the capital of Gran Canaria. It is an immense sculpture made of sand that represent traditional images of the Nativity Scene.

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This also depends on which beach you choose, since beaches that are more sheltered will have a warmer sea temperature. We've been able to swim in December in the Canaries several times, as well as all the other winter months, although there can be significant differences from year to year.

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Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are the hottest of the islands in December. There's only a very small chance of rain, and temperatures can reach as high as 26ºC, even over Christmas.

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December-February The islands especially see a lot of older tourists, looking to bask in the warmer weather, though it may be a bit too cool for sunbathing. Average temperatures hover between 60 and 71 degrees make for pleasant strolls along the beach and through the national parks.

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With the emphasis on freshness, everyday Canarian dishes comprise grilled meats or fish (tuna, parrot fish, vieja, swordfish, sea bass), soups, stews and vegetables - many of which are surprisingly hearty. The best way to discover an authentic culinary experience is to eat like - and eat with - the locals.

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The barraquito is a coffee cocktail unique to the Canary Islands that adds layers of sweetness and alcohol to the traditional morning drink. Local lore suggests it's named after a man who first started ordering the mixture with his meals at the Imperial Bar on the island of Tenerife.

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The most popular destinations for the Christmas holidays in the Canary Islands are Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Tenerife but that does not mean that the rest of the Canaries do not celebrate Christmas. On the contrary, Santa's bag of toys has many hidden surprises!

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Celebrating Christmas in Tenerife Like mainland Spain, Christmas here is mainly celebrated on Christmas Eve. This is when the locals have a family dinner at home with many shops and restaurants closing early. Many Spanish people also like to attend Midnight Mass (misa del gallo) after dinner.

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In this way, we can say that if the weather is a determining factor when deciding the destination of your vacation, making a trip to the Canary Islands in December will be a great success. The islands where the climate is most favorable at any time of the year are Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote.

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December is one of the coolest months of the year in Tenerife, Canary Islands. But compared to the rest of Europe, it's still a lot warmer and you can usually still sunbathe and swim in the sea.

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December-February The islands especially see a lot of older tourists, looking to bask in the warmer weather, though it may be a bit too cool for sunbathing. Average temperatures hover between 60 and 71 degrees make for pleasant strolls along the beach and through the national parks.

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Which is the sunniest island in winter in the Canary Islands? The south of Tenerife and the south of Gran Canaria, especially Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan, are the sunniest places in the Canary Islands in the months of December, January and February.

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Areas to Avoid Because of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.

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From November through December, January February and March it can be cool and wet so pack a lightweight raincoat and travel umbrella. And the winter months can be cold in the evenings, so take a jacket or sweater to put round you.

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