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    Quail Lollipops with Raspberry SauceQuail Lollipops with Raspberry Sauce

    Often served in Tenerife as a New Year’s Day tapa (Chupachups de Codorniz con Salsa de Frambuesa), this dish offers a delicious flavor and vibrant color.

    Salted Fish with Sweet PotatoesSalted Fish with Sweet Potatoes

    This simple Canarian dish consists of stewed grouper or salt cod accompanied by boiled potatoes (optional) and sweet potatoes . It is usually served with red or green mojo sauce.

    Beef with Peas Over Carrot-Potato MashBeef with Peas Over Carrot-Potato Mash

    Savory ground beef is paired with peas atop a warm blanket of carrot and mashed potatoes in this variation on Irish Cottage Pie.

    Carnival TorrijasCarnival Torrijas

    Carnival torrijas (French Toast)  are a festive classic: bread, milk, cinnamon. They are especially popular during Holy Week and Lent.

    Chicken and Pineapple SkewersChicken and Pineapple Skewers

    A healthy protein-packed recipe with a delightful Hawaiian style sweet and savory balance. Use the lighter white meat from the breast or the more flavorful and juicy meat from the ...

    Sausage and Tortilla SandwichSausage and Tortilla Sandwich

    Fat Thursday is a tradition observed in parts of Spain and the Canary Islands; its name comes from the verb “lardear,” which means to spread sausage or pork fat on ...

    Escaldón and Mojo Croquettes with Sea Bass SashimiEscaldón and Mojo Croquettes with Sea Bass Sashimi

    Escaldón, a dish deeply rooted in Tenerife has made its way into the world of croquettes. Key ingredients like gofio, broth, and ribs are mixed into a béchamel sauce, then ...

    Canarian-Style Roasted Pork LegCanarian-Style Roasted Pork Leg

    With its crispy skin, juicy meat, and a marinade of garlic, cumin, and oregano that tastes of tradition, it has secured a place at celebrations, roadside taverns, and late-night sandwiches.

    Canarian Fiesta PorkCanarian Fiesta Pork

    Fiesta meat is a traditional dish that is very popular in Tenerife. It consists of pork or sometimes beef,  usually lean meat, chops or ribs, which is marinated and then ...

    Cheesy Potato CupsCheesy Potato Cups

    Tazas de papa con queso: Kitchen Cupboard Cooking – Don’t have much to work with? Bacon Cintas – perfect emergency freezer supplies, Leftover Chili/Bolognaise – frozen makes good toppings