Lanzarote has through history strong links with South America and the Caribean. There have been many people come to settlle on the island from these countries so its not surprising that they have brought some of their customs and traditions with them. You may find on...
Cool Off With A Nice Jug Of Sangria
The hight of summer the temperetures rise and its time to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you are on holiday relaxing by the pool or at home having a BBQ in the garden a jug of sangria is the perfect drink to help you chill. The ingredients are basic and its...
Michelin Restuarants in Lanzarote
Looking for a restaurants where you know that you are going to have a good meal? Lanzarote has a selection of restaurants which have reached the the Michelin guide. Heres the list below Casa Brito A restaurant with a rustic ambience, where the high standard of cooking...
Salchipapas
If you feel like spoiling yourself with carbs and are looking for a Burger King or McDonalds, why don't you try something different and do it in a Latin American style. Street food is becomming increasingly popular on the island. salchipapas is a fast food dish...
Canarian Chicken
One of the most famous dishes in the Canary Islands after the well known Canarian potatos with mojo sauce is Adeje Chicken. More known in Tenerife there can be a slight variations in the recipe. It can be satuated with high levels of oil and sauce which is something...
Lanzarote Cactus Burger
From the 17th May there will be something different on the menu in many of art and culture centers in Lanzarote. At first it doesnt seem that apetising but I have yet to try one. This is a first in the whole of Spain a fusion between the American burger with an...
Smoked Salmon – La Ahumaderia de Uga
The Ahumaderia de Uga is a family business that has been operating in Lanzarote for over 40 years. If you are travelling down to Playa Blanca you will see the premisses on the left hand side when you pass by the village of Uga. This business is dedicated to the...
La Batata
The landscape doesnt seem as though it can lend itself to agriculture but another vegetable that is cultivated in Lanzarote is the sweet potato. The origin of this vegetable is not really known although it is probably from South America but it has reached this little...
Bodega Vulcano
Definitely one of my favourites and highly recommended is the Vulcano Wine. Whether your choice be White, Rose, Red or even Moscatel...you won't be disappointed. This local wine was "born" in 2009. The Vulcano concept is "Boutique Winery"and the main...
Fried Cheese and Mojo
One of my favorites, especially as a starter is a fried fresh cheese. Normally this comes with a red fruit jam or cranberry sauce. If you venture out to the Lanzarote villages or traditional restaurants outside the resort, you can find this delicious dish with a...