4 typical souvenirs from Tenerife, the island known as the Hawaii of the Atlantic Ocean

Tenerife Island, part of Spain’s Canary Islands, boasts the largest area and population among the islands. It is home to Mount Teide, the highest peak in Spain and a registered World Heritage site. Tenerife Island offers a wide array of attractive souvenirs, including traditional home-cooked dishes from the Canary Islands, original goods and folk crafts that reflect its beautiful scenery and culture. This time, we introduce four representative souvenirs from Tenerife Island. Be sure to refer to this when you visit Tenerife Island.

1. Mojo sauce

One of the traditional home-cooked dishes from the Canary Islands, to which Tenerife belongs, is Mojo Sauce. This sauce contains a large amount of olive oil and garlic, and various other ingredients mixed differently in each household. It is eaten with a variety of dishes such as bread, potatoes, and meat.

This traditional Mojo Sauce is easily found in supermarkets and souvenir shops, making it one of the staple souvenirs from Tenerife Island. Most come in canned form, with a wide variety of flavors and sizes available. When visiting Tenerife Island, be sure to try Mojo Sauce, one of the Canary Islands’ traditional dishes.

2. Almogrote

Just like Mojo Sauce, Almogrote is one of the traditional home-cooked dishes of the Canary Islands. It is also highly popular as a souvenir. Almogrote is a cheese and spice pâté with a very rich flavor, and it is recommended to enjoy it spread on bread. It can also be eaten as is, and makes a great snack to pair with alcohol.

Almogrote is sold everywhere, including supermarkets and souvenir shops, making it easily accessible—another part of its charm. When you visit Tenerife Island, be sure to pick up Almogrote along with Mojo Sauce, both of which are traditional home-style dishes of the Canary Islands.

3. Tenerife original goods

Original local goods, which are classic souvenir staples, are also available on Tenerife Island. Many types of items with designs themed after Tenerife Island are sold, among which postcards are especially popular. Postcards featuring beautiful views of the Tenerife coast are perfect for capturing memories of your trip. Keychains and magnets shaped like Tenerife Island are also well-liked.

These Tenerife Island original goods are available at souvenir shops, so be sure to stop by. When sightseeing on Tenerife Island, why not choose original goods such as postcards with scenic views or small items shaped like the island as your souvenirs?

4. Folk crafts

As an island of beaches, Tenerife is known for beach-themed trinkets like shells, which are very popular as souvenirs. Also in demand are folk crafts inspired by the geometric patterns of the “Pintadera,” handed down from the Guanche people, the Berber-descended indigenous inhabitants of the Canary Islands. Please note that these folk crafts are not sold in regular supermarkets but are only available at souvenir shops or the airport.

When you visit Tenerife Island, why not select folk crafts that let you experience the culture of the island as your souvenir?

◎ Summary

We introduced a variety of souvenirs, from those that let you enjoy traditional home-cooked dishes of the Canary Islands to items that reflect the unique culture and nature of Tenerife Island. After enjoying the tropical island known as the Hawaii of the Atlantic, find your favorite souvenir to remember your journey.

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4 typical souvenirs from Tenerife, the island known as the Hawaii of the Atlantic Ocean