The gastronomy of Tenerife is a true gem that enchants all those who try it. It has been recognised several times with one of the most emblematic awards: the Michelin star. The island offers a culinary diversity that combines tradition with innovation and the link between Europe, Africa and America, influenced by the Atlantic.
The island’s gastronomy has stood out on the international scene for its local and seasonal produce, in an enclave that is known for its climate, biodiversity, orography and heritage.
Local products for a personal, creative and quality cuisine.
The island of Tenerife has an extensive list of restaurants offering local ingredients and a wide variety of flavours to surprise diners. Local chefs have managed to stand out on the international scene, as the island boasts seven Michelin stars.
Gastronomy is a fundamental part of the culture and identity of any place. Each region has its own dishes and recipes that have developed over the years, influenced by the factors mentioned above. Making gastronomy an essential part of the island’s culture and identity.
Gastro tourism
Tenerife’s culinary offerings have become one of the island’s main tourist attractions.
NUB, Kabuki, San-Hô, El Rincón de Juan Carlos and M.B.: restaurants that shine in Tenerife
Tenerife has five restaurants that have been awarded Michelin stars once and even twice, which reaffirms and highlights their creativity and elaboration.
With two Michelin stars, in Guía de Isora, you will find Martín Berasategui’s M.B 2* at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Abama, run by chef Erlantz Gorostiza. The restaurant showcases creativity and innovation in its cuisine, as well as a deep understanding of flavours and ingredients. M.B is recognised by the Michelin Guide as an exceptional dining destination, and is characterised by offering a high quality experience in every sense.
The M.B 2*, is joined by the restaurant El Rincón de Juan Carlos 2*, at the Royal Hideaway Corales Beach in Adeje. A modern style restaurant that captivates all visitors with its breath-taking ocean views, as well as its impeccable service and gastronomic level. The restaurant adheres to its philosophy of creative Canarian cuisine, using premium ingredients and refined presentations. Its offer focuses on a unique and extensive tasting menu.
Among the Michelin-starred restaurants, the 1* San-Hô at the Royal Hideaway Corales Beach hotel in Adeje, awarded for its architecture, offers a fascinating fusion proposal that combines elements of Japanese, Peruvian and Canarian cuisine. Chefs Adrián Bosch and Eduardo Domínguez are renowned for their talent and creativity in the kitchen, making their proposal stand out for the personalised notes, elevating the concept of culinary fusion to another level.
The NUB 1* at the Hotel Bahía del Duque in Adeje also has a Michelin star. This gastronomic space offers a unique and personal cuisine, where the connection between Latin America, Italy and the Canary Islands is an unforgettable experience and stands out for its creative and avant-garde cuisine.
Finally, the Abama Kabuki 1* Ritz-Carlton Abama restaurant in Guía de Isora, presents an explosion of flavour that combines Japanese cuisine with excellent Mediterranean products, creating a fusion cuisine that surprises both for its flavour and its aesthetics.
Without a doubt, the gastronomy of Tenerife is a unique experience that combines tradition with the avant-garde, and which highlights the differentiating elements of the island. The island’s restaurants offer personal, different and attractive cuisine, with something to suit all tastes. Thus, the Michelin Guide included restaurants such as Etéreo by Pedro Nel and Jaxana, both in the capital of Tenerife, in its latest edition of recommendations.
