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What fish do they eat in Tenerife?

Cherney, vyeha, wahoo, sea bass, mackerel, dorada, seabass-lubin, marlin, barracuda, shrimps, squid, mussels and many others. Almost all the coastal cities of Tenerife, you can buy fish from the sea, even today many Canarian families live by the seafood.



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Here are some of the traditional foods you can enjoy on the island.
  • Mojo. ...
  • Goat Cheese. ...
  • Fish and Sancocho Canaria. ...
  • Ropa Vieja Canaria. ...
  • Papas Arrugadas (Wrinkled Potatoes) ...
  • Conejo al salmorejo (rabbit stew) ...
  • Gofio. ...
  • Arroz a la Cubana.


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The Barraquito is one of the star drinks of Tenerife. Its mixture of liquor, coffee and lemon captivates locals and visitors to the point of wanting to take the recipe home. We head to an iconic spot for the drink, El Camino in Puerto de la Cruz, to learn the secrets of the perfect Barraquito.

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Papas arrugadas [wrinkled potatoes] are, without doubt, the binding ingredient not only of Tenerife's traditional food, but of all Canarian cuisine. A simple dish, based on the small, black potatoes grown on the archipelago itself.

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Canarian cuisine is very mixed and multi-ethnic, typically Mediterranean but with some Latin American influence. The most famous ingredient is Gofio, which is obtained by toasting wheat or corn flour and is used for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in milk, fish or desserts, enriched with more or less spicy sauces (mojos).

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Papas arrugadas (wrinkly potatoes) is the signature dish of the Canary Islands. This incredibly simple specialty is made with whole, unpeeled potatoes that are thoroughly cleaned and then cooked in salted water. The dish was traditionally prepared with seawater, but nowadays, the water is usually just heavily salted.

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Mango, papaya, cherimoya and avocado, four exotic Spanish fruits that are conquering European markets. Their competitive advantages: their flavor, sweetness, perfect ripeness and the logistics and exporting experience of Spanish companies.

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Tipping servers in restaurants and cafés in Spain, while appreciated, isn't mandatory. It's tough for Americans to get used to not leaving a tip, but locals generally don't leave anything extra at all in more casual eateries. In fine-dining restaurants, a tip may already be included in the check.

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The crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean around Tenerife and the Canary Islands are internationally known for their quality and temperatures of 70 degrees. Filled with a rich diversity of marine life, the island is an undersea paradise for experienced or first time divers.

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Most of Tenerife drinking tap water comes from desalinated sea water and doesn't have a good taste, it's fine for bathing or washing clothes, etc. For drinking, tea, coffee or ice always use bottled water. Some people experience upset tummies and other digestive problems that possibly are caused by the tap water.

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Drinking on the streets Avoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught.

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Barraquito (Spanish pronunciation: [bara'kito]) is a coffee liqueur commonly available on Tenerife (one of the Canary Islands), also known as zaperoco.

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