Word of the Day: MAJADERO / MAJADERA
If someone’s driving you up the wall with their stubbornness or nonsense, this is your word: Majadero (or Majadera, for the ladies)….
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Word of the Day: ÑOS
If you only learn one Canarian interjection before landing in Tenerife, let it be this one: Ños (pronounced like “Nyohss!” —…
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Word of the Day: CHUNGO / A
Ever heard a Spaniard say something is chungo( (pronounced CHOON-go / CHOON-ga)? You’re about to fall in love with…
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Word of the Day: OSTYA
If you’ve spent more than 10 minutes on a Canarian terrace, you’ve probably heard someone say “¡ostya!” with all…
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Word of the Day: Tiquismiquis
Ever met someone who refuses to eat spaghetti because the sauce touched the fork? Congratulations — you’ve just encountered…
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Barraquito: Tenerife’s Sweet and Layered Coffee You Need to Try
What is it? Barraquito is a Canarian layered coffee that looks as stunning as it tastes. It combines sweet…
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Chorizo de Teror: The Spreadable Sausage That Breaks All the Rules
What is it? Unlike the firm, sliceable chorizo found throughout mainland Spain, Chorizo de Teror — hailing from the…
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Guachinche: Where Wine Flows, and the Kitchen Feeds Your Soul
What is it? A guachinche is not just a place to eat — it’s an experience. These informal, family-run…
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Ron Miel: The Canary Islands’ Sweetest Little Secret
What is it? Ron miel — or honey rum — is the Canary Islands’ favorite way to end a…
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Gofio: The Ancient Superfood That Still Powers the Canaries
What is it? Gofio is a finely ground, toasted cereal flour — usually made from corn, wheat, or sometimes…
