What is the traditional food from the Canary Islands?

If you are going to visit the islands soon, why not try some of the most well-known dishes:
  • Papas con mojo picón (wrinkly potatoes with a spicy red mojo sauce) ...
  • Cocido Canario (Canary Island Stew) ...
  • Rabbit in Salmorejo. ...
  • Watercress Stew. ...
  • Roasted Cheese with Mojo. ...
  • Escaldón de Gofio.




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Must-try Canary Island's food specialities
  • Mojo.
  • Papas Arrugadas.
  • Pella de Gofio.
  • Puchero Canario.
  • Ropa Vieja.
  • Wine.


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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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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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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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While this bustling Spanish island is widely known for its spectacular beaches and busy nightlife, Tenerife is also considered one of the best places to go stargazing in Europe.

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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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In Tenerife it is usual to have lunch at about 1 a.m. or 2 a.m., and dinner after 8 p.m. Please keep that in mind when you go out for a meal in typical Spanish restaurants. In the tourist centres, the mealtime has already been adapted to the tourists. You should also ask for the dish of the day (menu del día).

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The most common are Canarian banana, mangoes, figs, papayas, paraguayan, custard apples, peaches, and avocados.

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Sun, sand and sea aside, the Canary Islands are famous for their rugged natural landscapes, historical significance and diverse cultures. Gran Canaria and Tenerife are the largest Canary Islands, but nature-lovers should visit La Palma and observe breathtaking views from the iconic Tilos Bridge.

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Canary Islanders, or Canarians (Spanish: canarios), are the people of the Canary Islands, an autonomous community of Spain near the coast of northwest Africa. The distinctive variety of the Spanish language spoken in the region is known as habla canaria (Canary speech) or the (dialecto) canario (Canarian dialect).

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The Canary Islands and Health The climate and lifestyle are undoubtedly extremely beneficial to one's health and people from all over the world still visit the Canary Islands to renew their energies, body and mind.

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Tenerife and Gran Canaria are the warmest islands in the Canaries during the months of December, January and February. What you need to keep in mind is that those temperatures refer only to the weather in Tenerife South and also the south of Gran Canaria.

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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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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 smallest of the main Canary Islands, El Hierro is also the least touristy.

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In 2022, the United Kingdom was the most important tourism source market for the Canary Island of Tenerife. Close to 2.3 million British tourists visited this Spanish island that year, roughly three times the number of Spanish tourists from the mainland.

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There's great nightlife and beaches. Some UK workers have even received free holidays to Tenerife as a reward for all their pandemic-related hard work. There's a sense of togetherness to the place for Brits, and everyone's united on their visits.

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