If you have been traveling along with us over that past ten years or so then you know that a big part of our adventures includes exploring the local cuisine where ever we go. We feel strongly that this helps us to understand and enjoy new destinations at a level beyond the everyday tourist.
With that in mind we want to take a look at some of the best options for great food on Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands. More specifically, around the town of Corralejo on the north end of the island.
Of course, we will need a home base for our explorations so we are very glad to have found these Apartments with terrace in Fuerteventura. These are much more than regular hotel rooms, Buendía Corralejo feature fully equipped apartments with magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean from your own private terrace.
They are thoughtfully laid out so that everyone can feel right at home, which makes it much easier to relax and enjoy a holiday in our own way. Which means having the freedom, and time, to check out as many of the culinary specialties of the area that we can.
By asking around we can usually find the best local spots and we have learned that eating where the locals eat is one of the best ways to immerse ourselves in a new place’s food scene. That way we bypass the tourist menus and places trying to cater to unadventurous eaters and can truly discover the culture and delicacies of the region.
Fuerteventura is an island after all, so for us the logical place to begin our food tour is the Pier. There’s nothing quite like picking out a freshly caught fish for dinner. What a treat! And with the full kitchen at Buendía Corralejo we can even cook it ourselves. Who are we kidding? We’ll let the pros handle that. And there are plenty of professionals to prepare amazing seafood dishes that incorporate all of the surrounding water’s bounty.
Fuerteventura is also a part of Spain, so tapas are a must for us. And the consensus is that the Old Town is the place to go to find the best of them. The cobble stone streets and alleys surround the port and are like a time capsule back to centuries ago, yet this is still a haven for incredible Canarian cuisine. It is also a fantastic area for finding unique, family-run restaurants that prepare every meal with love and attention to detail.
But we also love the idea that we don’t even need to leave the hotel to find some of the best food in Fuerteventura. Enjoying breakfast or lunch served al fresco on the patio at the Pool Bar in Corralejo is an absolute delight. Every dish is prepared with the best local Canarian ingredients and served with a smile. The menu at Waves Food & Drink brings the best of island living and the passion for the sea, surfing, nature, and great company to life in every bite.
If we have managed to whet your appetite with this, we found a great resource with more information about all of the culinary options and ideas in Fuerteventura that you can check out by clicking here.
As for us, we are ready to eat!
David & Veronica, GypsyNester.com
