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Cuisine of Fuerteventura for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

Fuerteventura The picturesque island will delight fans of gastronomic tourism with a large selection of ethnic restaurants. You should definitely include a tasting of popular national dishes in the recreation program, as Canarian cuisine is considered one of the most interesting in the world. It features an abundance of exotic seafood and interesting vegetable dishes; many travelers prefer local fruits.
Authentic traditions, festivals and lifestyle of Fuerteventura inhabitants
Fuerteventura is considered to be the oldest island of the Canary archipelago. It has got its name because of the specific climatic conditions, as very strong wind is blowing on the island … Open
The local cuisine has some important distinctive features, for example, Fuerteventura is famous for its excellent cheeses. The mahorero cheese produced of goat’s milk is well-known to gourmets. Cheese has an incomparable taste and lots of benefits, for which it has repeatedly won awards at international exhibitions.
Restaurants of Fuerteventura make out the paradise for seafood lovers. Among the classical treats sea bass and sea bream are noteworthy; local chefs prepare excellent tuna and swordfish. Fans of more exotic treats would like shark meat. In addition to fish dishes, you are sure to enjoy original sauces. Literally at any local restaurant visitors are offered a decent selection of shrimp, squid, octopus and lobster, as well as vegetable salads with addition of seafood. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Excursion over cultural sights of Fuerteventura - 'must visit' points of interest
Each town of Fuerteventura has its own great attraction, so the island is ready to offer its guests an extensive cultural program. An interesting site is the Museum of Miguel de Unamuno … Open
As for the vegetable dishes, baked potatoes in their skins remain the most popular and recognizable treat. The local soil is ideal for growing potatoes; it is boiled in salted water and served to the table with a fragrant garlic sauce. There are also entrees including nourishing stews prepared on meat broth, fish broth and a large selection of vegetable soups appreciated by vegetarians.
Around the Fuerteventura Princess Spanish restaurants are common on the island. Tapas bars are also popular among holidaymakers. In restaurants of Spanish cuisine a decent selection of national dishes is represented; they serve great paella, traditional tortilla and popular tapas snacks. A pleasant surprise waits for sweet lovers on the island, as there they could taste the incomparable creamy dessert, bienmesable. It is made of rum, almond cream and honey; this tender dessert is simply irresistible. Another popular dessert is churra, flavorful donuts in chocolate, which are usually eaten for breakfast here.
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National cuisine of Spain

Within the gastronomic framework, Spain is one of the richest countries in the world. The variety of dishes in different regions is amazing. The traditional Spanish table is full of colors and incredible smells. The Basque country bordering with France, is dominated by a refined cuisine, specializing in seafood. In Aragon, locals honor and know how to cook meat superbly. In Galicia, it is obligatory to taste boiled octopus and pork legs with turnip. In Andalusia, which is the homeland of flamenco, incredibly delicious dishes are deep fried. This region is the birthplace of the best olive oil. Rioja and Navarre will surprise travelers with delicious side dishes. In Toledo, you should try the marzipan cooked following old recipes. … Open

Where to go for dinner in Fuerteventura: recommended cafe and restaurants

Bahia De Cata (better Known As Nestor’s
Where: Next to Caleta Gardens, Caleta de Fuste, Fuerteventura; Telephone: +34 619 729133;
Casa Princess Arminda
Where: Calle Juan de Bethencourt 2, Betancuria, Fuerteventura; Telephone: +34 928 878979;
Marisma Restaurant
Where: Calle Santo Tomas, El Cotillo, Fuerteventura; Telephone: +34 928 538543;
El Patio De Lajares
Where: Calle la Cerca 9, Lajares, Fuerteventura; Telephone: +34 650 134030;
Reference information
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Fuerteventura
♥   Restaurant 'Casa Santa María' Betancuria. Type - Traditional cuisine. 5.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Casa Marcos' Villaverde. Type - Traditional cuisine|Modern cuisine. 33.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'El Patio de Lajares' Lajares. Type - Classic cuisine. 35.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Cuisine and restaurants in the neighbours of Fuerteventura

Playa Blanca
To make it cooks use various types of fish, the fish soup with allmouth is considered the real delicacy. This fish cooking needs special abilities, because only tail’s meat can be used for food. People who want to treat themselves by delicious fish dishes will ... Open »
Puerto del Carmen
You can order Conejo en Salmorejo for lunch. Pieces of a young rabbit are marinated in salmorejo sauce, fried and stewed. This dish is served on a large platter. Potatoes boiled in seawater are ideal as a side dish. It is also called papas arrugadas or patatas ... Open »
Lanzarote
The local cuisine is distinguished by plenty of simple and hearty dishes. National treats that are offered in local restaurants are more like a normal family food, rather than challenging gastronomic and drink specialties. Boiled potatoes and seasonal vegetables, meat ... Open »
Las Palmas
Among European cuisine restaurants, guests of the island point out the Baluarte. Its chefs are perfect in both classic fish dishes and meat meals; fans of vegetarian food will be pleased with a large selection of vegetable soups and salads. No less popular is the ... Open »
Gran Canaria
When it comes to meat dishes, marinated rabbit remains the undisputed leader here. The preparation of this dish has already transformed into a kind of a ritual. First rabbit meat is marinated with various spices and herbs, and then it’s cooked in clay pots. Sturdy ... Open »
Maspalomas
It is worth noting that the "tapas" culture is still less popular in local restaurants than in continental Spain. But in general, snacks are served in large quantities here. Not only tourists who want Spanish flavor, but also locals order them. Locals usually order ... Open »
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